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30/05/2025

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23/05/2025

16/05/2025

Friday Thoughts 💚

09/05/2025

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05/05/2025

🌿 Meditation Monday 🌿
Take just 5 minutes today to pause, breathe, and reconnect with yourself.
You deserve a moment of peace — and your mind will thank you for it. 🧘‍♀️💆‍♂️
Start your week with calm and clarity. 💖

23/04/2025

Check out our latest blog post

On a powerful day filled with warmth, wisdom, and connection, ADTherapies UK welcomed individuals and organisations from across the third sector to Seasons in Recovery—an inspiring event designed to explore trauma and recovery through the metaphor of the seasons of life.

06/04/2025

Breaking Free from Codependency: Healing from Trauma 💙

Trauma can shape the way we connect with others, and for many, it can lead to patterns of codependency—where our sense of worth becomes tied to meeting others’ needs while neglecting our own. This can feel like:

🔹 Difficulty setting boundaries
🔹 Fear of upsetting others or being abandoned
🔹 Feeling responsible for others’ emotions

Healing from trauma in therapy means learning to rebuild a sense of self-worth that isn’t dependent on others. It’s about realizing:

✨ Your needs and feelings matter.
✨ Setting boundaries is not selfish—it’s self-care.
✨ You deserve relationships built on mutual respect, not self-sacrifice.

Recovery is possible, and you don’t have to do it alone. We’re here to help. 💛

03/04/2025

The Power of Self-Compassion in Healing Trauma 💙

Healing from trauma is a journey, and along the way, self-compassion is one of the most powerful tools you can carry. Too often, we judge ourselves for struggling or feel like we “should” be further along. But real healing happens when we give ourselves the same kindness we would offer a loved one.

✨ Be patient with yourself.
✨ Acknowledge your progress, no matter how small.
✨ Speak to yourself with the same gentleness you deserve.

You are not broken—you are healing. And that takes incredible strength. If you need support, we’re he

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29/03/2025

Emotional Dysregulation in Adults: How to Find Balance

Do you ever feel like your emotions are controlling you instead of the other way around? Emotional dysregulation—difficulty managing intense feelings—often stems from past trauma, anxiety, or chronic stress. It can lead to mood swings, impulsive reactions, and strained relationships.

The good news? You can learn to regulate your emotions. Here are a few strategies to help:

💙 Pause Before Reacting – When emotions feel overwhelming, take a deep breath. Give yourself a moment before responding to a situation.

📝 Name the Emotion – Simply identifying what you’re feeling (“I’m anxious,” “I’m frustrated”) can help reduce its intensity.

🌿 Engage in Grounding Techniques – Try deep breathing, mindfulness, or physical movement (like stretching) to bring yourself back to the present moment.

💬 Seek Support – You don’t have to navigate emotional regulation alone. A trusted friend, therapist, or support group can provide guidance and validation.

💖 Practice Self-Compassion – Healing takes time. Be kind to yourself as you learn new ways to manage your emotions.

If trauma is making emotional regulation difficult, professional counseling can help. You're not alone in this journey. 💙

27/03/2025

Looking Back on Seasons in Recovery 🌱🍂❄️☀️

On 14th March, ADTherapies UK hosted the Seasons in Recovery seminar—a powerful day of learning, connection, and inspiration. We explored the ups and downs of trauma recovery, recognising that healing comes in seasons—winters of struggle, springs of renewal, summers of stability, and autumns of change.

With expert speakers, engaging discussions, and real-life stories, attendees left feeling more equipped to support themselves and others. The energy in the room was incredible! 🌟

💬 What attendees said:
🗣 "Great content and well-organised!"
🗣 "A powerful, trauma-informed event."

A huge thank you to everyone who joined us. Let’s keep the conversation going! 💙

Big thank you to Riverside Church Ayrshire for use of their beautiful venue and to our speakers who provided invaluable information and advice.

David Thomson - ADTherapies

Shona Stirling -Healing for the heart

Robert Izat - Scottish Recovery Consortium

Colin MacDonald - Life Recovery

All of this made possible by

25/03/2025

Why We Isolate During Trauma—And How to Reconnect

When we’re struggling with trauma, withdrawing from others can feel like the safest choice. Isolation often happens because:

🔹 We feel misunderstood – It seems easier to shut down than to explain what we’re going through.
🔹 Shame takes over – Trauma can make us believe we’re “too much” for others.
🔹 We’re emotionally exhausted – Socializing requires energy we may not have.
🔹 We’re protecting ourselves – Past hurt can make us fearful of new pain.

But while isolation may feel comforting in the moment, long-term disconnection can deepen feelings of loneliness and make healing harder.

Here’s how to gently step back into connection:

💛 Start Small – A short text or a low-pressure chat with a trusted person can help ease back into social interactions.
🌿 Find Safe Spaces – Support groups, therapy, or online communities can provide connection without pressure.
🚶‍♀️ Engage in the World – Even small acts like walking in a park or visiting a café can remind you that you’re not alone.
🫂 Allow Yourself to Receive Support – You don’t have to go through this alone. Letting others in can be part of the healing process.

If trauma is keeping you isolated, professional support can help you rebuild trust and connection at your own pace. You dese

Visit our website today to make an appointment to talk to someone.
www.adtherapies.com

15/03/2025

🧘‍♀️ Healing Through Meditation 🧘‍♂️

Trauma can leave deep emotional wounds, but meditation offers a powerful path to recovery. By calming the nervous system, meditation helps reduce anxiety, improve emotional regulation, and create a sense of safety within.

🌿 Lowers stress & anxiety
🌿 Enhances emotional resilience
🌿 Rewires the brain for healing
🌿 Cultivates self-compassion

Even just a few minutes a day can make a difference. Your healing journey starts with a single breath. 💙