The Listening Room Diaries

30/03/2025

Happy Nurturing Day to all the amazing humans out there. Today we mark mothering Sunday in the UK. A day were some may feel reminded of how loved and appreciated they are. But a day too, where some may want to hide under the covers and sit out this day the world celebrates while the silent wounds of many weep from within.

So today I wanted to turn this around and wish you all a happy Nurturing Sunday. Because the real meaning of being a mum is to nurture and protect. Guide and love unconditionally. But most of all be human. So for all of you out there who feel unseen. 💜Who have lost a child here on earth or in the stars. 💛To those that have been let down by what we wished a mum would mean. 💜To those that have broken relationships as a mum because they too struggle as a human 💛To those that this day reminds them of the gaping hole in their life. 💜To those whose life path has chosen their destiny of not being a bilogical mum. 💛To those that have bought their own mother’s gift for themselves. 💜 To those soothing the wounds of a mother’s love taken too soon 💛And for those hiding under the covers wishing this day would just pass. 🌅I see you. I send you everything you may need right now.

But I welcome you to turn this day into a day where you see yourself. Wounds and all. Nurture yourself today. Start to dream again from that place of love, healing and hope again.

Life can be so cruel. But equally it can be so beautiful, if only we seek to see the beauty even in the pile of ruins.

Sending you all love and a massive high five for just getting through today.

And if you are a mum without wounds ( do they even exist 🤔) soak it all up because you deserve it too.

Lots of love
Sally x

The Listening Room - Colchester Counselling Service

19/12/2024

We had 43 silent 999 calls in November where we were needed at the scene immediately – that’s more than one every single day 😞 📱

Most of these calls were from people suffering domestic abuse, who couldn't say much but urgently needed our help to escape a desperate situation or confide in officers what had happened to them 🏠 🚓

Did you know? Dialling 55 after calling 999 alerts police operators that you need help but are in a situation where you can't talk.

Pressing 55 lets the 999 operator know your call is genuine, and they will try to track your location. If you can't speak, listen carefully to the questions and instructions from our demand hub call agents so they can assess your call and arrange help.

Find out more on our dedicated web page: https://orlo.uk/Silent-999_X6IL6

11/12/2024

There is always hope - always someone waiting to take your hand. If there is one ounce of hope left, keep going and use it to reach out to those who care and can hold you while you struggle to hang on for dear life 🫶🏻 ‪Sam Fender‬ thank you Sam and the boys for putting into words what so many feel 🙏

Andys Man Club

https://andysmanclub.co.uk/

SOS Silence of Su***de

https://sossilenceofsuicide.org/

Samaritans

Find a therapist links:( non emergency )

Counselling Directory Psychology Today

https://youtu.be/2pQeczHDfcU?si=eVu6BcMpE9J26k-p

⁠There is always hope - always someone waiting to take your hand. If there is one ounce of hope left, keep going and use it to reach out to those who care an...

08/12/2024

What to expect from a ADHD assessment / testing in the UK through Right to Choose NHS

Part 2 has just gone LIVE. If you are awaiting an assessment for ADHD or curious to know about what happens in an assessment, head on over to my channel where I give you a breakdown of my experience.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N0zi3hCiXEo



Sally x

06/12/2024

New video uploaded - My ADHD assessment journey through Right to Choose NHS (UK)

Join Sally, as she shows up not as the Therapist but as a human, on a quest to find the potential missing piece of the puzzle to her experience of life.

Through a ADHD asssessment with Right to Choose - NHS UK - we'll cover the real life of experience of what it feels like to always feel like you were slightly different to many - as we go in search of the answers.

From the ADHD backlash many experience through people's opinions and the media around how ADHD is the new found trend and bandwagon "everyone is jumping on". To the trauma wounds many Neurodivergent people carry in their hearts. As well as the roller coaster of emotions you may experience when going for the assessment.

https://youtu.be/LEFkmfkdt9I

Part 1 of a 2 part recording - to follow I'll give you a break down of my experience going for the ADHD assessment through Right to Choose - NHS UK

Join Sally as she goes not as a Therapist but as the human, for her ADHD Assessment through Right to Choose - NHS UK. How does it feel to go for the assessme...

23/11/2024

Part 2 in this Q&A video series is Here!

In this video, Sally Jervis, Practice Owner of The Listening Room and qualified Psychotherapist/Counsellor, shares everything you need to know to feel ready before you start seeing your first clients.

Join us for a powerful discussion covering:
- The importance of self-reflection and personal growth
- Trusting your clients to bring you your work
- Handling and normalising pre-session nerves and anxiety
- Finding your personal and professional support pillars
- Helpful Facebook groups for trainees
- Recommended videos, books, and podcasts

Whether you're a trainee Counsellor or an aspiring Psychotherapist, Sally shares valuable insights to help you feel prepared and confident as you begin working with clients.

Watch Part 2 now!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=czQDLKN1Luk&t=3s

Got questions about getting ready for client work? Comment below and Sally could address YOUR question in the next video!

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14/11/2024

Join Psychotherapist Sally Jervis as she takes you on an insightful journey back to Colchester University Centre, where her counselling journey began.

In this video, which is video 1 of 3, Sally shares her experiences, invaluable tips, and the realities of being a trainee therapist. If you're thinking about starting your journey in counselling or you're an aspiring therapist preparing to see your first clients, this video is for you!

Discover what to expect, how to prepare, and what it's really like to work with clients as a trainee. From practical advice to inspiring reflections, Sally is here to help you navigate your way through the world of counselling therapy.

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To watch the video on YouTube, click on the link below:
https://youtu.be/gDIpFMck1wo?si=2QfOO1eCbzsvjf13

Join Sally Jervis, a Counselling Therapist in private practice, based in the UK, as she travels back to Essex University - Colchester University Centre, to w...

14/11/2024

“What’s the difference between your neurodevelopmental assessments and those offered from other providers?” -This is a question we are often asked when people enquire about our service. Let us tell you a little more about SENsational Minds

⭐️Who we are ⭐️
We are a small team of highly trained clinical professionals who have extensive knowledge and understanding of Autism and ADHD. We stem from a variety of professions including clinical psychology, mental health nurse specialist, psychotherapy, Speech and Language therapist, Specialist teaching and SENCO. We have all worked in clinical assessment for many many years and have supported so many children, young people and adults on their journey. Our diversity as a multi-disciplinary team gives us an extended lens of the persons presentation meaning that we are able to offer personalised advice support and intervention following diagnostic processes with us.

⭐️What do receive with an independent assessment?⭐️

⭐️Care. From the moment you enquire with us, you are greeted with a friendly and supportive response. You will be guided through your process with our care coordinator who is on hand to answer any questions or concerns.

⭐️We prepare those who may be anxious to attend with visuals, social stories and even welcome virtual calls so that young people are aware of the person they may be meeting in the assessment.

⭐️We complete our face to face assessments in a wonderful setting in called The Chill Out Centre in Colchester, Essex which is neutral in tones and a very calming space. Small, quiet and perfectly placed! We aim for everyone to feel comfortable in this space with time dedicated to ensuring that we capture all the information needed within the sessions.

⭐️We offer elements to our assessments virtually too! This is a great way to work when completing the clinical interviews as it can mean that more than one parent/carer or family member can attend the appointment- allowing for more information to be shared in assessment.

⭐️We will send a member of the team to your child’s education setting to complete an in-person observation to complement the assessment process for ADHD (children) assessments. This covers all Essex schools/colleges. We observe a structured lesson and an unstructured session to ensure that we capture all the evidence we need.

⭐️Gold standard assessment tools delivered by outstanding practitioners. We don’t do anything by halves and strive for excellence in every single assessment.

⭐️A 4-6 week wait list for your first appointment 📅. Once the final session has been concluded and the team have met for their MDT discussion, we are able to feedback to parents/carers and the person who has undertaken assessment with us.

⭐️We can also feedback to schools/education settings if you feel that you would like us to do this on your behalf.

Please do reach out if you would like to learn more or if you have any questions, we are happy to support you. We hope to connect with you soon.

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