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Castle Counselling Services offers assistance to individuals of all ages in Colchester, Braintree,Essex and Suffolk.

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13/11/2025

🎄 Taking Care of Yourself This Christmas 🎄
As the festive season approaches, many of us start to feel the pressure — planning gatherings, juggling family expectations, and trying to make everything “perfect.”
While Christmas can bring moments of joy, it can also lead to stress, anxiety, and relationship challenges. It’s completely normal to feel this way.
A few gentle reminders for the weeks ahead:
✨ It’s okay to say no — you don’t need to be everywhere or please everyone.
✨ Protect your energy — make time to rest and recharge.
✨ Set boundaries — it’s healthy to express what you need.
✨ Remember, your worth isn’t measured by how much you give or do.
If you’re finding this time of year difficult, counselling can help. Talking with a qualified therapist provides a supportive space to explore your feelings, strengthen boundaries, and manage holiday stress — helping you approach Christmas with more calm and clarity.
You don’t have to face it alone.
✨ Appointments available in the lead-up to Christmas — message today to find out more or to book a session. Your wellbeing matters.
info@castlecounsellingservice.co.uk or visit our website https://castlecounsellingservice.co.uk/?preview
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11/11/2025

November is Men’s Mental Health Month
At Castle Counselling, we believe that talking saves lives.
1 in 8 men in the UK experience mental health challenges, yet many still feel pressure to stay silent.
This month, we’re encouraging men to reach out — whether that’s to a friend, a loved one, or a professional.
It’s not a weakness to ask for help. It’s a step towards strength and healing.
If you’re struggling, you’re not alone.
We’re here to listen, without judgment. 💙
email us at info@castlecounsellingservice.co.uk or complete our contact form at https://castlecounsellingservice.co.uk

30/10/2025

Do you find it hard to say no?
Many people struggle with setting boundaries — especially if they’re used to keeping the peace, avoiding conflict, or putting others first. But constantly saying yes when you really mean no can leave you feeling drained, resentful, or disconnected from yourself.
Counselling can help you understand what makes boundaries difficult, explore the beliefs that keep you stuck, and develop the confidence to express your needs in a calm, healthy way. Learning to set boundaries isn’t about pushing people away — it’s about creating space for mutual respect and genuine connection.
If this resonates with you, Castle Counselling can help you take the first steps toward healthier boundaries and greater emotional wellbeing.

29/10/2025

Supporting Children, Teens, Parents, Couples, and Adults in Earls Colne, Colchester, Halstead, and Surrounding Villages

Life can feel complicated at times.
A child’s changing behaviour, teenage challenges, relationship struggles, or other personal difficulties — these moments can leave us unsure of what to do next.
At Castle Counselling Service Ltd, we understand how these experiences often affect each other. Stress in one area of life can ripple into another. That’s why, through our specialist qualifications in Child & Young Person counselling (CYP), couple therapy, and parent–child work, we support individuals, parents, and couples in a safe, confidential space, helping you reframe difficulties, strengthen connections, and move forward together.
We are BACP registered and hold Enhanced DBS clearance, giving you confidence in our professional and ethical standards.
🌱 For over five years, we’ve been supporting people across Earls Colne, Colchester, Halstead, Braintree, and surrounding villages. Our centre offers dedicated parking and a comfortable, welcoming reception area, designed so parents can relax while their child attends sessions.
💡 While weekly sessions are ideal, we understand this approach doesn’t suit everyone. We offer flexible options, including weekly or bi-weekly sessions, and monthly parent sessions, to meet your individual needs.
💚 Whatever stage of life you’re in — whether you’re worried about your child, your teen, your relationship, or other personal challenges — support is here when you’re ready to reach out.
📩 Message us today to take the first step toward healing.
Phone:07889386822
Email: info@castlecounsellingservice.co.uk
Web: https://castlecounsellingservice.co.uk
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24/10/2025

School holidays are a great time to rest, recharge and spend time together. However, they can also bring challenges when routines change and emotions run high.
Here are a few gentle reminders to help you and your family look after your wellbeing:
• Keep a bit of structure. Regular meals, consistent sleep, and a daily rhythm can make a big difference.
• Talk openly about feelings. It’s okay if things feel a little tricky sometimes.
• Make space for calm moments. Rest is just as important as fun and activity.
• Remember to care for yourself too. Your wellbeing matters.
If things start to feel overwhelming, please reach out for support. Castle Counselling is here to help. You can also contact your GP or talk with someone you trust.
Take it one day at a time. Small steps can make a big difference.

20/10/2025

Rediscover You
Rediscover You: Take the First Step Toward Yourself
Feeling disconnected from yourself? Life can pull us in so many directions that we sometimes lose touch with who we truly are. Counselling provides a safe, supportive space to pause, reflect, and reconnect with your inner self.
Whether in person or online, we’ll meet you where you are and help you take those first steps back to you.

18/10/2025

This week marks OCD Awareness Week 12/10/25 -18/10/25 — a time to raise understanding, compassion, and awareness for those living with obsessive-compulsive disorder.
OCD is often misunderstood. It’s not simply about cleanliness or order; it’s a complex and deeply challenging mental health condition that can impact every aspect of a person’s life.
By listening without judgment, learning from credible sources, and speaking with empathy, we can help create a world where those affected by OCD feel seen, supported, and understood.
💙 Let’s stand together to end stigma and promote acceptance.

15/10/2025

How Childhood Trauma Can Show Up in Adulthood — and How Counselling Can Help.

The experiences we have as children shape how we see ourselves and the world around us. When those experiences involve trauma, the effects can sometimes follow us into adulthood — even if we don’t always realise it.
Childhood trauma can show up in ways such as:
Struggling to trust or feel safe in relationships
People-pleasing or fearing rejection
Feeling anxious, on edge, or easily overwhelmed
Low self-worth or a harsh inner critic
Emotional numbness or difficulty expressing feelings
Counselling can help you gently explore these patterns and begin to understand where they come from. Together, we can work towards:
Making sense of your story
Building self-compassion and confidence
Creating healthier ways of coping and relating to others
Healing doesn’t mean forgetting what happened — it means learning to live fully and freely beyond it.
If this resonates with you, please know you don’t have to go through it alone. Reaching out for support can be the first step toward healing.
We are offering a free 10-minute introductory call if you’d like to see whether counselling might be right for you. Message us to arrange a time that suits.
https://castlecounsellingservice.co.uk/ or email info@castlecounsellingservice.co.uk

11/10/2025

Sometimes being a parent feels harder than ever.
You want to protect, guide, and connect — but the world moves fast, and communication can feel lost.
At Castle Counselling, we help you find calm, compassion, and practical ways to reconnect with your child. 🌿

10/10/2025

World Mental Health Day reminds us that caring for our wellbeing is something we can all take part in — not just in therapy, but through everyday connection.
At Castle Counselling Service in Earls Colne, Essex, we believe healing begins in relationships — the ones we build with ourselves, our loved ones, and within our community.
A kind word, a check-in, or a shared moment of understanding can be just as powerful as a counselling session.
If you, your child, or someone you care about needs emotional support, we offer counselling for children, teenagers, adults, and parents — in person in Earls Colne and online across Essex and the UK.
🌿 Let’s look after each other today — and every day.

06/10/2025

💗 Baby Loss Awareness Week (9-15 October) 💗
This week, we take time to remember and honour all the babies who are no longer in our arms but remain forever in our hearts.
Baby loss touches far more families than many realise, yet it’s often carried in silence. Whether your loss was recent or many years ago, your grief and love are valid.
If you’re remembering a little one this week, please know you’re not alone. There is a community that understands and stands beside you.

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Blackwell House
Colchester
CO62JX

Opening Hours

Monday	8am - 9pm
Tuesday	8am - 9pm
Wednesday	8am - 9pm
Thursday	8am - 9pm
Friday	8am - 9pm
Saturday	10am - 6am

Telephone

+447939042368

Website

http://www.castlecounsellingservice.co.uk/

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