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We all need someone to talk to at some point in our lives but who do you turn to when you feel overwhelmed by your emotions? Call Colourful World

21/11/2025

Not everything needs to be spun into a “lesson.”
Sometimes something truly strange, painful, or life-altering happens… and the most honest thing we can say is: “This changed me.”

There’s a quiet strength in acknowledging that.
No gloss. No forced positivity.
Just truth.

In therapy, this is often where real healing begins not in pretending we’re fine, but in giving ourselves permission to name what actually happened and how deeply it shook us.

If you’re carrying something that altered you, you don’t need to apologise for it.
You don’t need to tidy it up.
You just deserve space to explore it safely, gently, and without judgement.

You’re not alone in that process.
And you’re not “failing” if you’re still affected.
You’re human. 🌈❤️

19/11/2025

Not everything has to be turned into a positive.
Sometimes something painful happens, it shakes your world, and it leaves a mark. There’s this pressure to “bounce back,” find meaning, or make it inspirational. But the truth is some experiences simply change you. And admitting that isn’t weakness… it’s honesty.

In therapy, I see this again and again: people apologising for struggling, minimising their own pain, or feeling guilty that they haven’t “found the silver lining.” But healing doesn’t start with positivity. It starts with permission — permission to say:

“This was awful. It altered me. I’m still figuring out who I am after it.”

And that’s valid. That’s human.

If you’re carrying something heavy and you’re tired of pretending it didn’t impact you, you’re not alone. You don’t need to tidy up your story before you come to therapy. You don’t need to make it inspiring. You just need to show up as you are changed, hurt, confused, or somewhere in between.

I’m here for the real version of you.
The one behind the brave face.

If you’d like support, I have availability in Saline and Dunfermline get in touch any time. 🌈❤️

18/11/2025

🧠 ADHD isn’t just about attention it’s about how a person experiences the world.
And when you love or support someone with ADHD, understanding their inner landscape makes all the difference.

The images below highlight things I see every day in therapy:
• Focus that shifts quickly
• Emotions that hit hard
• Starting tasks that feel like mountains
• Small wins that genuinely matter
• Organisation that’s a journey, not a single skill
• Hyperfixation, overwhelm, and the constant push-pull of “too much” and “not enough”

ADHD isn’t laziness.
It isn’t carelessness.
It isn’t a lack of love or effort.

It’s a different brain wiring and when we meet that with patience, clarity, humour, and compassion, relationships become stronger rather than strained.

Whether you’re living with ADHD or loving someone who has it, you don’t need to navigate it alone. I offer a safe, non-judgemental space to explore:
• Emotional overwhelm
• Rejection sensitivity
• Relationship triggers
• Motivation struggles
• Organisation and daily-life stress
• Parenting challenges
• How to communicate in a way that actually lands

If the patterns in these posts feel familiar, get in touch.
Understanding brings connection — and connection changes everything. ❤️🌈

17/11/2025

Stimming isn’t “bad behaviour” or something to shut down it’s a self-regulation tool. For many neurodivergent people (children and adults), repetitive movements, sounds, or actions are what help the body manage overwhelm, anxiety, and sensory input.

Hand flapping, pacing, humming, tapping, repeating words… these aren’t attention-seeking behaviours. They’re the nervous system trying to steady itself.

When stimming is understood and allowed, people feel safer, calmer, and more connected to their bodies.
When it’s stopped, stress rises quickly.

If you support someone who stims, here are a few things that genuinely help:
• Notice the purpose behind the behaviour before stepping in.
• If it’s safe, let it happen. Regulation matters more than appearances.
• Create sensory-friendly spaces where stimming isn’t judged.
• If a stim becomes harmful, redirect rather than suppress.
• Above all — understanding and acceptance change everything.

Stimming is communication. It’s coping. It’s wisdom from the body. ❤️🌈

15/11/2025

I’ve had a lot of new enquiries recently asking about neurodivergence, so I’m going to be sharing more posts around this over the next wee while. It’s something many people are quietly struggling with, and the more we talk about it, the easier it becomes to spot what’s really going on underneath the overwhelm.

Autistic and ADHD burnout is real and it hits hard.
It’s not laziness, lack of effort, or “not coping.” It’s the result of constant sensory overload, relentless demands, masking, big life changes, limited support, and pushing through for far too long.

Here are some of the common signs I see in clients:
• struggling to regulate emotions
• exhaustion that sleep doesn’t fix
• changes in sensory sensitivity
• communication feeling harder
• reduced executive functioning
• more frequent shutdowns or meltdowns
• everyday tasks becoming overwhelming
• avoiding demands because your system is past capacity

Burnout doesn’t happen overnight it builds. And recovery isn’t about “trying harder.” It’s about understanding your nervous system, reducing pressure, and meeting your needs without guilt.

A few things that can genuinely support recovery:
• rest that’s actually restorative
• cutting down unnecessary demands
• spending time on your true interests
• reminders for eating, drinking, resting
• supporting your sensory needs
• taking breaks from social interaction
• building a burnout plan in advance

If any of this resonates, you’re not alone. Neurodivergent burnout is common, misunderstood, and absolutely something we can work through together. Therapy can help you explore your sensory profile, your coping patterns, and build a plan that supports you — not the version of you you’ve been trying to mask into.

If you’d like support around neurodivergence, burnout, or overwhelm, please get in touch. ❤️🌈

14/11/2025

🌈 Understanding Sensory Overload & Neurodivergence

Sensory overwhelm isn’t “bad behaviour,” defiance, or attention-seeking.
It’s a nervous system under pressure too much sound, light, emotion, or expectation hitting all at once. The brain jumps into survival mode, and the person is simply trying to cope in the only way their system can manage.

For many neurodivergent people (ADHD, autism, trauma-shaped nervous systems), this is an everyday reality.
Feeling “too much,” shutting down, withdrawing, or melting down isn’t a choice it’s a response to overload.

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How I Can Help:

In therapy, I support neurodivergent adults, teens, and families by:

✔️ Helping you understand your sensory profile — what spikes overwhelm and what soothes it
✔️ Co-regulation techniques to steady the nervous system
✔️ Building personalised coping tools (visual aids, grounding strategies, routines)
✔️ Reducing shame around masking, meltdowns, shutdowns, and emotional fatigue
✔️ Identifying early signs of overload and learning how to respond before it becomes too much
✔️ Supporting parents to understand their child’s cues, needs, and emotional world
✔️ Creating a safe, non-judgemental space where you’re understood, not criticised

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If you are struggling with sensory overload, emotional overwhelm, or feeling “too much,” you’re not alone.

There are ways to make life feel calmer, clearer, and more manageable — and I can walk that journey with you. ❤️🌈

13/11/2025

Starting over isn’t failure it’s courage.

Sometimes life forces us to admit that something isn’t working. That moment isn’t weakness it’s bravery.
It takes strength to recognise when you need a new beginning, and even more strength to take the first step toward it.

We often forget that endings can be disguised blessings.
The door you’re scared to close might be the one blocking your peace.

And here’s the truth:
You’re allowed to rebuild slowly.
You’re allowed to heal quietly.
You’re allowed to grow into someone softer, wiser, and more grounded than before.

You can start over as many times as you need and every version of you is still deserving of love, understanding, and safety.

This is where I can help.
In therapy, I offer a calm, non-judgmental space where you can untangle the heavy parts, make sense of your emotions, and rebuild at your own pace.
Whether you’re overwhelmed, struggling with change, or finding your feet again, you don’t have to do it alone.
I support you to understand your patterns, strengthen your boundaries, reconnect with yourself, and create a life that feels like yours again.

If you’re ready to start over even just a little I’m here. ❤️🌈

12/11/2025

You Are Not a Machine

Every day won’t look the same and that’s okay. Some days you’ll smash goals, other days you’ll just get through but each one still counts as your best.

Progress isn’t about perfection, it’s about showing up. Even the small wins build momentum. Even the slow days move you forward.

Keep reminding yourself: your “best” will look different each day, but it’s always enough. You’re doing better than you realise — keep going ❤️🌈

11/11/2025

💜 Love People Loudly 💜

This one really touched me. I’ve always been that person who tells friends and family “I love you” — sometimes more than they probably expect, but I’d rather they always know than ever have to wonder.

Life moves quickly, and moments slip by. Letting people know how much they mean to us through words, support, or a simple hug (I love a hug!) can make such a difference. None of us reach the end wishing we’d said it less.

In therapy, I’m often reminded how powerful love, connection, and being seen truly are. When we feel cared for and valued, healing happens in the quietest of ways.

Love fully. Speak gently. Show up for the people who matter. Every time you do, you’re reminding them they’re not alone. ❤️🌈

10/11/2025

🌿 Choosing Yourself Isn’t Easy — But It’s Healing 🌿

The strength it takes to face loneliness rather than settle for harm is enormous.
It means sitting with the ache of fear, loss, or uncertainty — and still choosing yourself.

In therapy, this is often the turning point: when someone begins to recognise that peace isn’t found in people who hurt them, but in the boundaries that protect them.

If you’re in that space right now — learning to trust your own needs, to sit with discomfort instead of running back to what broke you — know that you’re not weak. You’re rebuilding safety. You’re teaching yourself what love is meant to feel like. ❤️🌈

07/11/2025

Craig doesn’t know it yet… but this Saturday I’ll be casually handing over 400 feet of tangled Christmas lights and calling it “a growth opportunity.” 😂🎄

Funny how untangling lights feels a lot like untangling thoughts, emotions, and life’s messy moments — frustrating at first, but way easier with patience, space, and maybe a cup of tea (or three).

If your mind feels a bit like a knot of wires right now, you don’t need to wrestle with it alone. Therapy gives you room to sort through things one loop at a time — no judgement, no rush, just support.

I’ve got space available in Saline and Dunfermline.
Not for Christmas lights… but definitely for untangling the other stuff. 💬✨

Send me a message if you’re ready to start.
(And if someone wants to volunteer for the lights, applications are also open. 😅) ❤️🌈

06/11/2025

First Day in Dunfermline!

I’m absolutely delighted to be starting my Thursdays here at Quantum Healing & Crystal Corner on Chalmers Street. It’s a beautiful, calming space and I’m really looking forward to welcoming clients here each week.

I do still have availability, so if you’ve been thinking about beginning therapy, taking the next step in your healing, or simply needing a safe space to talk things through – now is the perfect time to get in touch.

📍 Dunfermline – every Thursday
📍 Saline – all other weekdays and Saturday’s

Send me a message to book or ask any questions. I look forward to supporting you. ❤️🌈

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24 Upper Kinneddar
Dunfermline
KY129TR

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 6:30pm
Tuesday	9am - 6:30pm
Wednesday	9am - 6:30pm
Thursday	9am - 6:30pm
Friday	9am - 5:30pm
Saturday	9am - 2pm

Telephone

+447875501239

Website

http://colourful-world.co.uk/

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