Corsham Counselling

17/12/2025

What are you going to gift yourself this Christmas...☺️

How about the gift of connection? 🤝🎁

If you've lost a loved one, please know you are not alone in your grief. The overwhelming pressure to be 'festive' this time of year can truly hurt. It's vital to be gentle with yourself and lower expectations. We're sharing this important message (below) as a reminder that comfort and support are available. If you're struggling, you can find stories, practical advice, and emotional support from others who understand at The Good Grief Trust https://www.thegoodgrieftrust.org/

15/12/2025

What are you going to gift yourself this Christmas?

How about permission to play! 😜

In a world that constantly pushes us to hustle and optimise, it's easy to feel like every moment needs to be productive. But here’s a playful thought, maybe the most productive thing you can do for yourself is to engage in something absolutely non-productive. Self-care isn't just about resting, it’s about actively embracing the pure fun of play, without any goal. How would it be to allow yourself time to listen to music, doodle, watch a silly movie, or simply play. Ditch the to-do list and embrace the to-joy list! The simple act of playing and having fun is what truly fuels your resilience.

Struggling to let go of the "must be productive" mindset? That pressure is common! If you find it hard to start, you're not alone. I help people unpack that pressure and find simple ways to integrate guilt-free joy.

For more information visit www.corshamcounselling.co.uk or message me!

12/12/2025

What will you gift yourself this Christmas?

How about the gift of silence....shhhh..🤫

Create Space to Hear Yourself.
The noise of the season can be overwhelming. Find a quiet corner for 15 minutes without any phone or TV. What is your inner
self trying to tell you?
Listen with empathy.

Sometimes we can loose that connection between our inner and outserselves. We can loose contact with our body and our feelings. As a result of this disconnection, we can find it hard to even know what we need.

I am here to help you rebuild that connection with yourself.

www.corshamcounselling.co.uk

11/12/2025

Sometimes all the extra pressure at this time of year makes things feel even heavier, especially if you’re already having a tough time. We’re here if you need us. 116 123 📱

10/12/2025

What are you going to gift yourself this Christmas? 🎁

Perhaps the gift of Grounding might be welcome 🫶

If anxiety hits, notice:
5 things you can see
4 things you can touch
3 things you can hear
2 things you can smell, and
1 thing you can taste
This is an act of care for your nervous system 🤗

08/12/2025

What will you gift yourself this Christmas?🎁

How about the gift of being good enough!

The holidays and New Year don't need to be picture-perfect. If you manage to do things well enough, accept that as a success. Kindness towards yourself means recognising that good enough is perfectly enough when life is demanding.

If you find it tricky accepting 'good enough', I am here to help. We can explore together the pressure you lay on yourself, and how it can be relieved.

24/11/2025

What a wonderful day I had hosted by Writing & Therapy at Hazel Hill Wood. Words in the Wood is a day of connections - with the woods and nature, with each other and with ourselves.
It was such a privilege to kick the day off with a mindful walk, to wake up our senses to the colours, sounds and smells the woods provide.

It was a bit damp and chilly, but the experience wasn’t impaired. I was surprised at how the invitation to write around a loose theme, can bring unanticipated feelings to the surface. Caroline worked perfectly alongside the beautiful venue and team to gently but securely hold the group through the day.

If you would like to understand more on how writing can be therapeutic, take a look at the article Caroline wrote on my website:

https://www.corshamcounselling.co.uk/blog/fj4kwebeqo0x5eufmzjz9di2eu5pmt

10/11/2025

Try Something New This November!

Okay, so I appreciate we're over a week in, but perhaps my 'something new' is to be less efficient! 😉

Finally, I'm excited to share the Action for Happiness calendar for November, focusing on the theme of "Trying Something New!"

Action for Happiness reminds us:

"Trying something new helps us grow. Fresh activities bring joy and confidence – and can often help us see challenges in a different light."

I couldn't agree more! Changing your routine, no matter how small the action, offers significant benefits for your mental health:

Boosted Confidence: Successfully completing a new task, even a small one, builds self-belief.

Increased Mental Flexibility: Stepping out of your comfort zone trains your brain to adapt to change, making you more resilient.

New Perspectives: A shift in routine or activity can offer a fresh outlook on persistent problems or life challenges.

A Spark of Joy: Novelty is engaging and can bring unexpected happiness and a sense of accomplishment.

This month, let's consciously seek out those new activities and opportunities for growth!

Take the Next Step in Your Growth Journey
If you feel stuck in a rut, or if the idea of changing your routine feels daunting, support is available. I can help you explore what's holding you back and gently guide you toward positive change.

Counselling: Start a one-to-one therapeutic journey to explore your feelings and find clarity.

8-Week Mindfulness Course: Learn powerful, evidence-based techniques to change your relationship with challenging thoughts and emotions. Contact me for details on starting your private course.

Click below to see the full Action for Happiness calendar and join in the fun!

Get in touch today to discuss how counselling or mindfulness can help you embrace change.

Message me directly or visit https://www.corshamcounselling.co.uk/

23/10/2025

Such a lovely feeling of unity seeing all the poppies decorating the high street and shop windows in Corsham. We have joined in at The Wellbeing Clinic and decorated our window in memory and in celebration of those who dedicate their lives to protect ours. Let us not forget and continue to learn from what has come before.

Wellbeing Osteopaths FoodWorks_SW Jean Watt - Health

21/10/2025

Are you a member of a peer support group or support network? If so, you've already taken the courageous step of showing up for each other and demonstrating real strength! 💪

I'm writing to extend a gentle, evidence-based invitation to explore a powerful new tool for your collective well-being: a Mindfulness Workshop.

You already know the profound strength of coming together to share experiences. What mindfulness brings is a proven way to cultivate calm, find clarity, and build resilience. It offers practical techniques that can significantly help individuals manage the everyday stress, anxiety, and low mood.

Would you be interested in me facilitating a workshop specifically for your group?

Doing mindfulness together creates a powerful, unifying experience. You will gain a shared language for finding calm and building resilience, which will naturally deepen the incredible sense of connection you already have. And don't worry, we'll be sure to have some fun along the way!

This workshop or course is designed to give you skills to carry into your everyday life, and a shared memory that will further strengthen your group's bond.

If this idea resonates with you, and you're curious about learning more about a tailored workshop for your group:

WhatsApp me for a chat through the options or to get more information. 🙏

05/09/2025

Are you experiencing loss or grief at the moment? This could be a death, or the loss of a relationship, children leaving home or the loss of something about yourself you may have previously taken for granted. This article from the British Association of Counsellors and Psychotherapists, shares some observations and experiences from therapists…just demonstrates how everyone’s experience is unique to them.

If you are finding it difficult to navigate grief, I am here to help and explore how you’re feeling without judgement.

News from BACP | Bereavement counsellors and therapists have shared how grief can impact people in different and surprising ways

03/09/2025

Poor mental health doesn’t just affect one person, it can ripple out to their whole team and the business too. Mindfulness training helps everyone: the individual, the team, and the company. Sounds like a win–win to me!