Debbie Kelly Counselling

23/06/2025

With Lisa Warren – I just got recognised as one of their top fans! 🎉

23/06/2025

🌿 You’re invited to our Open Day at the Better Health & Wellbeing Hub & IGP Private GPs! 🌿
🗓 Saturday 26th July | 10:30AM - 3PM
📍 Parc Dewi Sant, Carmarthen SA31 3HB

✨ Taster sessions just £10
🩺 Free health checks with IGP
☕ Refreshments at The Old Theatre Cafe

https://www.therapycarmarthen.co.uk/open-day

Come along, bring a friend, and discover the power of wellbeing! 💆‍♀️💙

18/06/2025

We can all be deeply impacted by hearing about traumatic events, even if we’re not directly affected.

In the wake of shocking news, such as a tragic incident or natural disaster, many of us feel overwhelmed by the emotional weight of what we see and hear – particularly in a world of 24-hour news streaming and instant updates.

In our latest blog, we've shared with you some tips for looking after yourself when the news feels overwhelming.

Find out more here ⬇️

https://ow.ly/Bq6b50WaQqO

18/06/2025

Brilliant to see emotional wellbeing being addressed preemptively for pregnant women

16/06/2025

Motherhood can be joyful but it can also be lonely, overwhelming, and filled with unspoken struggles. If you’re finding things hard right now, you’re not alone. You don’t have to go through it on your own.

Our Closed Facebook Group is a safe, supportive space for mums and carers affected by perinatal mental health challenges. Whether you’re experiencing anxiety, low mood, or just need to speak to someone who understands, this group is here for you.

❤️ Every member gets it.
❤️ Every post is met with kindness.
❤️ Run by a warm team of trained volunteer mums.
❤️ Private, moderated and non-judgemental.

Whatever you're feeling, there is a place for you here.

Simply search for 'PANDAS Foundation Closed Group: Perinatal Mental Illness Advice and Support' on Facebook.

13/06/2025

This is a really good resource. Some people don't realise that they are in an abusive relationship until someone else points out that their partner's behaviour is not ok. This poster helps by naming some of the behaviours that can happen in an emotionally abusive relationship. Sometimes we just need to see it in black and white.

🌟Emotional Abuse🌟

Emotional abuse can feel as destructive and damaging as physical abuse, and can severely impact your mental health. The scars of emotional abuse are real and long-lasting.

It’s often used as a way to maintain power and control over someone.
Emotional abuse may be accompanied by other kinds of abuse. (see attached poster created by CAMHS)
Physical violence is often seen as being more serious than emotional abuse, but this simply isn’t true.

As well as having a negative impact on your self-esteem and confidence, emotional abuse can leave you feeling depressed, anxious or even suicidal.

The first step in escaping an abusive situation is realising that you're not alone and it's not your fault.
If you decide to leave be careful who you tell. It's important your partner does not know where you're going.
Before you go, try to get advice from an organisation that can give you information and support about making a safety plan.

🔸Women's Aid: https://www.womensaid.org.uk/
🔸Refuge: https://www.refuge.org.uk/
🔸Changing Pathways (Essex): https://changingpathways.org/

🔸Whilst women are the predominant victims of violence at the hands of men we know that men also so suffer this link for men: Men's Advice Line: https://mensadviceline.org.uk/

🔸And for those in the for LGBT+ community – GALOP: https://galop.org.uk/

12/06/2025

🥰A Little Message...🥰

12/06/2025

It's good to know there is support out there. Celebrations such as Father's Day can be difficult, and full of mixed feelings, especially when you have other children in the family. Be gentle with yourself

Whether you’re a bereaved dad, grandad or other family member, we understand that Father’s Day can be difficult.

As well as our usual opening hours, our Helpline is open 10am - 12pm this Sunday for Father's Day if you need to talk 💙🧡

☎️ 0808 164 3332
📧 helpline@sands.org.uk

sands.org.uk/fathers-day

27/05/2025

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27/05/2025

There are some good ideas on this poster for making changes when you are experiencing depression. Although it can feel like you have no energy or motivation, just changing one small thing can be beneficial to raise mood and change thought patterns.

Celebrate the wins, if all you have managed to do today is get out of bed or have a shower or brush your teeth or get dressed, that's a win.

🌟TIPS FOR COPING WITH DEPRESSION🌟

💜Loving this poster from CAMHS – please have a look and try some of the suggestions.

Depression is a common medical illness that negatively affects how you feel, the way you think and how you act. Depression symptoms can vary from mild to severe but fortunately, it is also treatable.
Depression causes feelings of sadness and/or a loss of interest in activities you once enjoyed. Sadly it can lead to a variety of emotional and physical problems and can decrease your ability to function at work and at home.
What’s really important is that you get help if you're still feeling down or depressed after a couple of weeks. Do not try to hide away from how you are feeling.

🔹If you start to feel that your life isn't worth living or about harming yourself, get help straight away. Call 999 / 111 (option 2), reach out to a loved one or go to your local A&E – REACH OUT.💜

22/05/2025

What is pre-eclampsia?

Pre-eclampsia is a condition that affects between 1 and 5 in 100 pregnant women and birthing people in the UK. It can cause high blood pressure as well as lead to complications like premature birth, liver or kidney failure. The only way to 'cure' it is to deliver the baby and placenta.

Symptoms of pre-eclampsia include a headache that doesn't go away with painkillers, vision problems like blurring or flashing, swelling of your hands, feet or face, and persistent heartburn.

If you notice any of these symptoms during pregnancy, it's important to speak to your midwife or GP.

Find out more: https://bit.ly/3dXZhK8

21/05/2025

This kind of clear guidance is a great resource, not only in schools but other work places

How can schools support staff affected by pregnancy loss?

It can be difficult to know how to best support a member of staff who has been affected by pregnancy loss. Our new article from the Miscarriage Association offers some guidance on how to ensure you’re providing the support they need.

📸 Miscarriage Association

Read here: https://ow.ly/FYIq50VOxjX