Place to Talk Therapies

Place to Talk Therapies DM Kay

BACP Accredited Therapist | EMDR Practitioner | Supervisor
Supporting you to release shame, reconnect with yourself, & honour your needs.
1:1 & couples counselling, in-person (Bournemouth, Poole, Burbage & Hinckley) & online.

High functioning shame often wears a quiet mask — success and composure hiding deep inner struggle.It convinces us to ke...
31/03/2026

High functioning shame often wears a quiet mask — success and composure hiding deep inner struggle.

It convinces us to keep pushing, even when we feel disconnected from ourselves.

At Place to Talk Therapies, we create a safe, shame-informed space to gently unravel these hidden burdens, helping you rebuild authentic self-worth at your own pace.

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31/03/2026

High-functioning shame is often hidden behind what looks like success.

From the outside, everything may appear to be going well.
You’re coping, achieving, and managing day-to-day life.

But internally, there can be a quieter experience.
A sense of pressure to keep going, even when things feel difficult.
A feeling that you have to manage everything alone.

This can be exhausting, and at times, isolating.

Healing doesn’t come from pushing through or trying to do more.

It begins when those feelings are met with understanding and compassion, rather than judgement.

In a supportive therapeutic space, it’s possible to explore this gently and begin to build a more compassionate relationship with yourself.

You don’t have to carry it on your own.

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30/03/2026

High-functioning shame looks like everything is fine on the outside, but inside, it feels heavy and isolating.

You might be meeting every expectation, yet still feel disconnected from yourself.

At Place to Talk Therapies, we offer a safe, compassionate space to explore these hidden feelings and begin healing at your own pace.

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High-functioning shame is something many people experience, though it often goes unnoticed.It can sit quietly beneath ac...
30/03/2026

High-functioning shame is something many people experience, though it often goes unnoticed.

It can sit quietly beneath achievements, success, and the ability to keep everything going. From the outside, things may appear to be working well.

But internally, there can be a different experience.
A sense of pressure to keep performing.
A feeling of not quite being enough, even when you are doing well.
A tendency to manage things alone.

This space offers an opportunity to begin exploring this more gently.
To understand how these patterns develop, and how they can begin to shift.

Healing does not come from pushing harder.
It begins with being able to safely explore these feelings in a space of dignity and compassion.

If any part of this resonates, you are not alone.

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Building Resilience | Inspiring Hope

27/03/2026

Sometimes disconnection doesn’t look like struggle

It looks like carrying on
getting things done
being “fine”

But inside, something feels distant

This can be a protective response
Especially if things have felt overwhelming at some point

Therapy often begins in that same place
Not with answers
But with gentle awareness

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You’re getting through the dayYou’re functioningYou’re doing what needs to be doneBut something feels… distantLike you’r...
27/03/2026

You’re getting through the day
You’re functioning
You’re doing what needs to be done

But something feels… distant

Like you’re not fully in your life

This is something many people experience
And it often goes unnoticed

It can feel like:
• Emotional numbness
• Disconnection from your thoughts or feelings
• Moving through life on autopilot
• Not recognising yourself in the way you used to

In Frozen II, Elsa seems composed
But inside, she knows something isn’t quite right

She doesn’t ignore it
She gently follows it

In therapy, we often begin in that same place
Not forcing clarity
Not rushing change

Just slowly reconnecting
With what has gone quiet inside

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26/03/2026

Feeling overwhelmed by anxiety?

Here's how to recognise when it's taking hold:

• Notice physical signs like a racing heart, shallow breathing, or tense muscles.
• Pay attention to racing thoughts or sudden feelings of dread.
• Check if you're avoiding situations or withdrawing from others.

When you spot these signs, try grounding yourself:

1. Take slow, deep breaths – in for 4 seconds, hold, and out for 6.
2. Name 5 things you see, 4 you can touch, 3 you hear, 2 you smell, and 1 you taste.
3. Gently press your feet into the floor and feel your connection to the ground.

Remember, anxiety is a signal, not a flaw. Respond with kindness to yourself.

If this feels familiar, you're not alone. There's support available to help you build resilience and find calm.

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Emotional flashbacks can feel confusing and overwhelmingEspecially when there is no clear “trigger”But there is always a...
26/03/2026

Emotional flashbacks can feel confusing and overwhelming
Especially when there is no clear “trigger”

But there is always a reason your system responds the way it does

Therapy can help you understand these patterns
And feel more in control of your emotional world

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Building Resilience | Inspiring Hope

Trauma-informed therapy isn't just about looking back at what happened. It's about gently reclaiming your emotional bala...
25/03/2026

Trauma-informed therapy isn't just about looking back at what happened. It's about gently reclaiming your emotional balance, step by step, in a safe and compassionate space.

By honouring your story and meeting you where you are, therapy helps you build resilience, manage overwhelming feelings, and restore your sense of self-worth. Healing doesn't happen overnight, but with steady support, you can find hope and strength again.

What small step could you take today towards feeling more emotionally balanced?

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Setting healthy boundaries is not about shutting others out. It is about protecting your emotional wellbeing so your rel...
25/03/2026

Setting healthy boundaries is not about shutting others out. It is about protecting your emotional wellbeing so your relationships can truly thrive.

One client came to therapy feeling constantly drained, pulled in every direction by work and family. Saying yes had become automatic, driven by guilt and fear of letting others down. On the outside she was coping, but inside she felt anxious and disconnected.

Together, we gently explored these patterns. With CBT and shame-informed support, she began to recognise her limits, pause before agreeing, and communicate boundaries with both kindness and clarity.

Slowly, her confidence grew. Not by becoming someone new, but by reconnecting with herself and allowing her needs to matter.

Boundaries are not selfish. They are an act of self-respect.

What is one small boundary you could set today?

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Overwhelm isn’t a sign of weakness. It’s a sign that your plate is full and your nervous system needs a reset.Myth: Bein...
24/03/2026

Overwhelm isn’t a sign of weakness. It’s a sign that your plate is full and your nervous system needs a reset.

Myth: Being overwhelmed means you aren't capable or organized enough.

Reality: Overwhelm is a natural response to a high cognitive and emotional load.

In my latest blog, I dive into how we can navigate these heavy moments with more self-compassion.

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When everything feels like too much, focus on just one thing for two minutes: A single drop of water, a small plant, or ...
24/03/2026

When everything feels like too much, focus on just one thing for two minutes: A single drop of water, a small plant, or a focused detail.

Small steps lead to big shifts in how we feel. Check out my latest blog for more actionable tips on managing stress.

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