Gail Ann Counselling

27/07/2025

🌸We’re all growing through things the world doesn’t see.🌸

It’s taken six years, but here it is, finally flowering.

This hydrangea was a gift from my mother six years ago, and it has been through a lot. It’s been moved from place to place. It’s survived poor soil, harsh weather, and more than one sheep regularly nibbling it down its efforts. And mine!

And this year, quietly, it bloomed!
There’s something in that. Because the truth is, we all go through times when things don’t feel like they’re working, when we’re trying our best and still feel stuck.

We all have patches of ourselves that feel hopeless, tired, or left behind. But that doesn’t mean things won’t shift.

Our personal growth isn’t always obvious, and it doesn’t follow a straight line. And just because it hasn’t happened yet, doesn’t mean it never will. We all have the potential to bloom, when the time is right, when our time is right.

It might not look like anyone else’s timeline, there may be years of waiting, false starts and harsh seasons, stress, anxiety, sadness and old patterns. But the capacity remains. We all have the capacity to grow, to change, to begin again, not in spite of what we’ve been through, but because of it.

If we can stop expecting ourselves to thrive in poor conditions, begin to care for ourselves, actively, like something worth loving and protecting, we can begin to grow into who we were always meant to be.

www.gailanncounselling.co.uk

23/07/2025

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20/07/2025

Anxiety doesn't always look how we expect it to. It can show up quietly in our day-to-day life in different ways.

This is something I shared last year that felt worth bringing back. Awareness is a kind of strength, noticing in itself is a powerful first step.

One of the first and most important steps we can take towards addressing our anxiety and the ways in which it impacts our lives, is understanding how it shows up for us as individuals. What activates our anxiety is often dependent upon early or significant experiences which were not fully resolved, and how we coped then influences how we respond to our anxiety in adulthood. Therefore, how it shows up, whether in our thoughts, emotions, our bodies or our actions, is unique to each of us. When we can recognise what we’re experiencing and why, we can begin to reclaim our power.

19/07/2025

Shame grows in silence 💛.

When we don’t talk about the things that make us feel ashamed, shame gets stronger. It can convince us we’re bad, broken, or somehow different. Over time, it can shape how we see ourselves.

But when we find someone we can truly talk to, someone who listens with kindness and without judgement, shame begins to lose its grip. Bit by bit, it softens.
We can begin to feel lighter. We start to see ourselves more clearly, not as broken, but as human. As someone who is worthy of gentleness, understanding, and peace.
You're not alone, and wherever you are in your life, it's okay to begin 🤝🫶

www.gailanncounselling.co.uk

16/07/2025

“They were all wrong” AP ❤️

12/07/2025

🌞 What’s one thing that brought you joy this week? 🌞
This week I went for a walk with my dog and found myself noticing the little things …. birdsong, the smell of the grass, the warmth in the air. It reminded me how the unexpected moments are often the most important.
In the middle of all life’s ups and downs, there are often small, quiet moments that bring us peace, joy, or a tiny spark of light and hope ✨.
It could be….
🌿 A walk in nature
🎧 Listening to a favourite song
☕ A hot cup of tea
📚 A good book
☺️ A kind word or action
🐾 A cuddle with a pet
👂🏽 A worthwhile conversation with a valued friend
🫁 A deep breath that reminded you you're okay

I'd love to know …what’s one thing that lifted your spirits this week?
Drop it in the comments, or just keep it for yourself if you prefer.
Let’s remind ourselves and each other that even in hard weeks, there are glimmers of goodness🌻.

09/07/2025

No matter where we are in life, we’re all still growing, developing, and becoming more fully ourselves, one step at a time 🫶🌸

Photo credit: UlovemeloveU

24/06/2025

One of the reasons I love my work is because I deeply believe, and see time and again, that it’s never too late for change. No matter your past, your experiences, or how stuck things might feel, our brains and hearts are incredibly adaptable, and we can always learn new ways of being. We’re never too old, never too far gone, and never beyond hope 💛








Sunrise photo credit

13/06/2025

🌿 Now offering more appointments 🌿

I’m pleased to share that I now have space to welcome a few more clients, as I’ve opened up an additional day in my counselling practice.

Whether you're looking for a safe space to talk openly and be met with acceptance and compassion, or you feel you need more guiding support, I’m here to listen and offer meaningful emotional support.

To know more about how I work or get in touch, you can visit my profile here below, email or visit my website:

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If you feel that you would like to talk to someone, even if you don't know where to begin, I am here to listen and provide support. I can help with feelings of worry, inner-conflict and self-doubt, as you find your way forward towards lasting change.

25/05/2025

We’re only human.
But so often, we forget what that really means.
We judge ourselves for feeling too much, needing rest, failing, making mistakes or not coping.
But struggle isn’t a flaw, it’s a natural and necessary part of being human.
It’s through our struggles that we learn, grow, and become more fully ourselves.

20/04/2025

Hello to my new followers! It’s lovely to have you here.

I realised I’ve never shared a photo of myself on here, so here I am. I hope this helps you get a little sense of the person behind the posts.

Wishing you all a Happy Easter 🐣