Bolton Counselling & Hypnotherapy

19/01/2026

Just a reminder…

19/07/2025

14/06/2025

When others believe in your potential, you’re more likely to take healthy risks and persevere through setbacks.

12/06/2025

This week at school is always full of mixed emotions. Saying goodbye to all my year 11 pupils and hoping that, as their counsellor, I’ve helped them deal with their problems.
The tears they shed today are still from sadness, but different.
Don’t cry because it’s over, smile because it happened.

23/05/2025

This popped up my feed earlier and I thought it was worth sharing…

25/04/2025

In the absence of clearly defined goals, we become strangely loyal to performing daily acts of
trívía.

20/04/2025

This quote is often shared on 1st January, but in reality, it can be used at anytime.

25/03/2025

When people attempt to guilt trap you, practice saying:

- It sounds like you didn't like my answer, and I'm not going to change it.
- I understand you're upset, but my decision stands.
- I'm sorry you feel that way, but I need to prioritise my well-being.
- Your feelings are valid, but I can't meet your expectations.
- I respect your perspective, but I have to stick to my boundaries.
- I won't be manipulated by guilt.
- It's important for me to stay true to myself.
- I can't please everyone, and that's okay.
- I need you to respect my choices.
- I'm making this decision for my own reasons, not to hurt you.
- Let's agree to disagree on this matter.
- I'm not responsible for your feelings about my choices.
- My feelings and needs are just as important as yours.

20/02/2025

2025 is a milestone year for me.
I've spent the last 20 years of supporting clients on their journeys of personal growth. From schools to private practice, I’m grateful for the incredible humans I've had the privilege to walk alongside and witness their growth and resilience.
To all my clients and supervisees, past and present, thank you for the trust and vulnerability you have shared with me over the last two decades.

24/12/2024

How very true...

17/12/2024

Just a thought.
Use your weekends to build the life you want instead of trying to escape the life you have.