Mindful Path

23/03/2026

🤍 Self-Care Bundle Giveaway – Nominations Now Open 🤍

At Mindful Path, I truly believe in the power of kindness, community, and looking out for one another.

I’m putting together a special self-care bundle filled with thoughtful items and vouchers kindly donated by local businesses, and it will be gifted to someone in our community who really deserves a moment of care and support. I have been given some AMAZING donations, products and HUGE vouchers, from local businesses and local people! Thank you especially to:

Bella BeautyBrackley
Jennifer Brookfield from Lilly Brooke Art Classes
MK Beauty
C aesthetics
Dawnie Colmer
The Moody Mare
Harry Pane

Please give all the business pages a follow 🤍

Life can be incredibly tough sometimes, and often the people who need kindness the most are the ones quietly carrying the heaviest loads.

✨ This is where you come in.

I would love for you to nominate someone special who you feel deserves this bundle.

Maybe they are:
• Going through a difficult time
• Always putting others first
• Supporting everyone else but rarely themselves
• Someone who could simply do with a little reminder that they matter

💌 To nominate someone, please send me a private message with:
• Their first name
• A little about them
• Why you feel they deserve this self-care bundle

All nominations will be read with care and compassion. The winner will be chosen on Saturday 4th April.

Let’s come together as a community and remind someone that they are seen, valued, and not alone. 🤍

Please feel free to share this post so we can reach as many people as possible.

🌿 Mindful Path 🌿

23/03/2026

Self-care isn’t selfish — it’s essential.

So many of us are used to putting everyone else first. We show up, we give, we carry, we cope… and somewhere along the way, we forget about ourselves.

But here’s the truth:
You cannot pour from an empty cup.

Self-care isn’t just bubble baths and quiet time (although those can help).

It’s about:

• Setting boundaries without guilt
• Saying “no” when you need to
• Listening to your body and your emotions
• Giving yourself permission to rest
• Choosing what’s right for you, not just what’s expected

When you take care of yourself, you show up differently — calmer, clearer, more present. Not just for others, but for you.

And you deserve that.

If you’ve been running on empty lately, this is your reminder:
You are allowed to pause.
You are allowed to prioritise yourself.
You are allowed to take up space in your own life.

Self-care isn’t a luxury. It’s part of healing.

It can be something as simple as a nice hot bath, fresh PJ's and your favourite book 🤍🌿

What is your favourite self care routine? Comment below, it may just inspire others! ⬇️⬇️⬇️⬇️⬇️

23/03/2026

A healthy relationship should feel like a place you can grow… not shrink. 🤍

The right partner doesn’t dim your light, compete with you, or make you question your worth. They lift you up. They remind you of your strength on the days you forget. They support your goals, celebrate your wins (big and small), and stand beside you through the hard moments without tearing you down.

Being with someone who constantly criticises, dismisses, or drains you can slowly chip away at your confidence and sense of self. And over time, that can feel exhausting and confusing.

Love should feel safe. Encouraging. Respectful.

Ask yourself:
✨ Do I feel supported in this relationship?
✨ Am I able to be fully myself?
✨ Do they build me up or break me down?

You deserve a partnership where you feel seen, valued, and empowered — not one where you feel “less than.”

If this resonates with you, you’re not alone. And you don’t have to settle for anything less than being lifted up. 🤍🌿

22/03/2026

There is something incredibly powerful about hearing someone say they finally feel safe enough to be themselves. 🤍🌿

Taking that first step to reach out for support isn’t easy. It can feel overwhelming, scary, and full of uncertainty. That’s why creating a space where people feel truly heard, understood, and free from judgement is at the heart of everything I do.
Reading words like this reminds me why I’m so passionate about this work. Feeling listened to, supported, and accepted can be life-changing. It’s not about “fixing” you — it’s about walking alongside you while you find your way back to yourself.

I’m so grateful to every person who trusts me with their story. Your courage never goes unnoticed.
If you’re thinking about reaching out, let this be your reminder: you don’t have to do it alone. 🤍🌿

19/03/2026

Progress isn't glamorous 😍🤍🌿

18/03/2026

Six years ago, my life looked very different....

I was going through a separation from the father of my children. I felt lost in every sense of the word. I was overweight, trying to change how I looked instead of how I felt — even damaging my hair going blonde because I thought it might somehow fix me. My home felt chaotic, my mind even more so. I didn’t feel like the mum or friend I wanted to be.

I was going out constantly, trying to numb the pain rather than face it. I was being passed from doctor to doctor, medication to medication, searching for something — anything — to help. But the truth is, I had completely lost myself and my mental health.

Looking back, counselling could have helped me sooner. But it never felt accessible, or something I could afford at the time.

Eventually, I hit rock bottom. Truly rock bottom. I remember being on the floor, broken, barely able to speak. And it was my friends who helped pick me up when I couldn’t do it myself.

That moment changed everything.

I made a promise to myself — that I would do better. Not just for my children, but for me. I needed direction, purpose, something to hold onto. And I decided I would become the person I so desperately needed back then.

I enrolled in my Master’s degree in Forensic Psychology. I went on to complete my counselling diplomas in Levels 3, 4, and 5.

And now?

I have my own practice.

A space built from lived experience, compassion, and understanding. My mission has always been simple — to help as many people as I can, and to make support as accessible and affordable as possible.

Because I know what it feels like to be there.

And if you’re there right now, please know — you are not alone. Healing is possible. And I will be here to support you, every step of the way 🤍🌿

18/03/2026

Sometimes I sit and think about how much life can change in a few short years.

The version of me from March 2019 wouldn’t recognise the person I am today. Not because everything is perfect—but because of the strength it took to get here. The healing. The setbacks. The quiet battles no one else saw. The boundaries learned. The growth that didn’t happen overnight.

And that’s the part we don’t talk about enough.

Growth isn’t always loud or obvious. Sometimes it looks like:
• Getting out of bed when it feels impossible
• Saying “no” without guilt
• Walking away from what hurts you
• Choosing yourself, even when it’s uncomfortable

If you feel like you’re not where you “should” be, take a moment to look back. You are not the same person you once were—and that matters.

Be proud of how far you’ve come, even if no one else sees it yet 🤍

15/03/2026

🌿 A little about me 🌿

I’m the face behind Mindful Path Therapy- Gabriela, but before I’m a therapist, I’m just a human who deeply cares about other humans.

My journey into therapy didn’t come from textbooks alone. It came from a genuine curiosity about people, their stories, their pain, and their resilience. I’ve always been someone others talk to — the one people sit with when life feels heavy.

Over the years I realised how powerful it can be to simply feel heard, understood, and not judged.

That’s what I wanted to create with Mindful Path.

A space where people can show up exactly as they are.
Messy thoughts. Big feelings. Unanswered questions. All of it.

I don’t believe therapy should feel cold or clinical. I believe in real conversations, compassion, honesty, and sometimes even a bit of humour when things feel overwhelming.

Life can throw a lot at us — anxiety, relationship struggles, family wounds, self-doubt, feeling lost or stuck. Whatever someone brings into the room, my role is simply to walk alongside them while they figure things out.

Watching people slowly reconnect with themselves, find their voice, and realise their own strength is one of the most meaningful parts of what I do.

So if you’re new here — welcome.
And if you’re struggling quietly, just know you don’t have to carry everything on your own. 🤍🌿

15/03/2026

Mother’s Day Isn’t Easy for Everyone 🤍🌿

While Mother’s Day can be a beautiful time of appreciation and celebration, for many people it can also bring up complicated emotions.
For some, it’s a reminder of a mum they’ve lost.
For others, it may highlight difficult or strained relationships.

Some people are navigating infertility, pregnancy loss, or the deep longing to become a parent.
Others may be grieving the childhood they didn’t have.
Days like this can stir up feelings we try hard to manage the rest of the year — sadness, anger, guilt, grief, or even loneliness. And all of those feelings are valid.

If Mother’s Day feels difficult for you, here are a few gentle reminders:

✨ Give yourself permission to feel whatever comes up. You don’t have to force happiness today.
✨ Set boundaries if you need to. It’s okay to mute social media or step away from conversations that feel overwhelming.
✨ Create your own way of marking the day. That might mean lighting a candle, writing a letter, spending time in nature, or doing something nurturing for yourself.
✨ Reach out for support. Talk to a trusted friend, family member, or therapist if you need a space to process your feelings.
✨ Be kind to yourself. Grief and complicated relationships don’t disappear just because a date on the calendar tells us to celebrate.
However today looks for you — whether joyful, painful, quiet, or somewhere in between — your experience matters.

You are allowed to honour your feelings in whatever way feels right for you. 🤍🌿

14/03/2026

A brilliant way to help children understand ADHD 🎤🧠

I came across the wonderful book ADHD: Rapped Up! by Jamie Gilbert, and I just had to share it.

For many children, ADHD can feel confusing. They might hear words like “distracted,” “hyper,” or “too much energy” without really understanding what’s happening in their own brains. Books like this help change that conversation.

What makes this book special is the way it explains ADHD through music, rhythm, and fun storytelling. It helps children see that their brains simply work a little differently — and that different doesn’t mean broken. In fact, it can come with some pretty amazing strengths: creativity, energy, curiosity, and big ideas.

As therapists, parents, and educators, tools like this can open the door to really important conversations:

• Understanding how our brains work
• Reducing shame or self-blame
• Celebrating neurodiversity
• Helping children feel seen and understood
When children can recognise themselves in a story, it often helps them realise they’re not alone and not “wrong” — just wired differently.

If you work with or support children with ADHD, this is definitely one to explore.
Sometimes the most powerful therapy tools start with something as simple as a story.
🤍🌿

11/03/2026

10/03/2026

Reading messages like this is a powerful reminder of why I do the work that I do. 🤍

Reaching out for help can feel incredibly daunting. For many people, anxiety can make even the idea of speaking to someone feel overwhelming. But taking that first step – sending a message, making that first appointment, walking into the room – is often the bravest part of the journey.

Therapy isn’t about “fixing” you. It’s about creating a safe, supportive space where you can finally talk openly, feel understood, and start making sense of what you’ve been carrying.

I feel incredibly grateful when someone trusts me with their story and allows me to walk alongside them as they begin to move forward.

If you’ve been struggling with anxiety or feel like things will never change, please know that support is available and things can get better.
You don’t have to do it alone. 🌿

If you’re thinking about starting therapy, feel free to reach out.
— Gabriela 🤍🌿