Kay Thomas Counselling

19/04/2026

I'm very privileged to work with people living with a breast cancer diagnosis via my work with The Primrose Centre in Locksbottom, Orpington.
Unfortunately, it's not uncommon for those undergoing treatment to also be experiencing symptoms of perimenopause and menopause and the effects of this to show up in the counselling space, including exhaustion, rumination, anxiety and brain fog. It therefore feels important to spread the word about these free support sessions, bookable via the Centre.

Please feel free to share with anyone you know who might be living with breast cancer and struggling with symptoms of menopause - I'll certainly be signposting my clients to these events

03/04/2026

Wishing you all a peaceful Easter break.
I’m taking time off to walk and connect and will be back in the chair on Tuesday with some exciting news brewing for later in the week

15/03/2026

11/03/2026

I’m excited to announce that I’ve found a lovely therapy space close to Locksbottom and Bromley for evening appointments. These are limited at present so do get in touch if you think therapy might help you.
Please email info@kaythomascounselling.com for further details or to book an intro call to explore if we could work together

07/03/2026

A new blog and a bit of a personal one this week, with some professional insight because it's about a universal topic: grief.

Having sat with many clients as they come to terms with their loss (and it's not always much-loved people who have died: sometimes it's an abuser or someone they had a complicated relationship with) I've noted some common patterns of thinking, feeling and acting and created a list of what helps, and what doesn't when you're dealing with bereavement.

This blog also contains signposting to helplines, podcasts, drop-in bereavement events and other sources of suppport.

Please feel free to share with anyone who might benefit 🙏

Link in comments, below

02/03/2026

Support for partners of those living with breast cancer launching this month in

🩵 Launching this month ! Free pint and a chat in our fabulous local.
Supported by Thursday’s Child 🩵
Please share

20/02/2026

Many of us have had enough of the incessant rain and gloom of winter this year - but is your low mood persistent and affecting your life and wellbeing? If so, there's a chance you might be living with Seasonal Affective Disorder - or SAD, for short.

I've written a blog about how to spot the signs and symptoms, and what you might do to help yourself if you think you might be suffering. Link in comments, below 👇

Get in touch at info@kaythomascounselling.com if you think therapy might help you talk things through

13/02/2026

Always grateful to those who feel they want to leave a Google review. As a BACP registered member I work within their ethical framework, which has confidentiality at the heart of it. This means counselling isn’t the most obvious sector for garnering reviews - but I’m always truly touched when people take the time to leave one🙏🏻

11/02/2026

Some of my clients have switched to fortnightly sessions so I have some availability coming up.

Please get in touch if you're interested to see how therapy could help you

06/02/2026

TOP 5 WAYS TO DEAL WITH ANXIETY

Anxiety: it's one of the top words used by those looking for therapy. But what is anxiety - and what helps those who are frequently affected by it?

My latest blog features 5 simple ways to cope with anxious thoughts. Link below👇

10/01/2026

I've had lots of enquiries this week and the same question comes up a lot in intro calls or in emails: 'What will happen in the first session?' and it's a great question.

In short, the first therapy session is a little different to subsequent ones. We'll talk about how we work together going forward, confidentiality, practicalities (like where, when, payment, cancellation policies) and we'll establish what it is you're coming to therapy for and what your aims are, too.

I'll also do an assessment - which in practice means I'll ask more direct questions and perhaps talk a little more than I might usually.

I've written a blog that explains a bit more and hopefully demystifies what will happen. You can read more here: https://kaythomascounselling.com/2026/01/09/what-to-expect-in-your-first-therapy-session/

Let me know if there are any other topics you'd like me to write about - anything that helps reassure, explain or make therapy more accessible to those who might feel a bit anxious about seeking help.

04/01/2026

Happy New Year to you all!

Does anyone else dislike ‘new year, new me’ resolutions?

Maybe it’s the grumpy ex women’s mag writer in me (I’ve written this feature dozens of times in the 90s/00s 🥱) but I truly think that January is a terrible time for big changes.

Unless you have real health concerns that need urgently addressing, why not set gentler intentions to be kinder to yourself and do more of what you, your body and your brain love? Fill the dreariest months with joy and learning and breathing and just… being.

Honestly. It’s enough!

(Will continue to attempt to glug more water, though💦)