The Counselling Space

20/11/2025

19/11/2025

On Men’s Mental Health Day, we are sharing an important article, written by Andy on why some men swing from relationship to relationship.

Not because they don’t care—but because pausing to feel, grieve, or reflect hasn’t been made safe for them.

So many men carry emotional pressure in silence, trying to cope in ways that make sense with the tools they were given.

It’s time we talked about this openly, without shame, and created spaces where men feel supported to slow down, reflect, and heal.

Read the article here - https://www.thecounsellingspace.info/blog/why-some-men-swing-from-relationship-to-relationship.

19/11/2025

People talk about “regulating your emotions” as if it’s something everyone naturally knows how to do.
But for many of us — especially those who grew up around chaos, criticism, or emotional neglect — regulation wasn’t something we were taught.

We learned to cope, not to feel safe.

So here’s what emotional regulation actually means:
It’s not about staying calm all the time.
It’s not about ignoring how you feel.
It’s not about being “too emotional” or “not emotional enough.”

Emotional regulation is simply the ability to support your nervous system when your feelings get big.
It’s the skill of noticing what’s happening inside you and giving yourself what you need, instead of spiralling, shutting down, or reacting on autopilot.

Sometimes it looks like:
• taking a breath before responding
• grounding your feet on the floor
• naming what you feel without judging it
• asking for space
• soothing your body with movement or stillness
• choosing a healthier response, not a perfect one

It’s not about controlling emotions.

It’s about staying connected to yourself while you’re having them. And if this doesn’t come naturally to you — that’s not your fault.

It’s a skill you were never taught.

But it can be learned, slowly and gently, at your own pace.

You don’t have to figure it out alone.

— The Counselling Space


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18/11/2025

✨ Sunday Soul Soothing – Live on Sunday 23 November at 7:30pm ✨
Join me and the lovely Beccie for a gentle, grounding chat about switching off, replenishing and finding peace outside of our work.

Grab a brew, a blanket, or something you love, and wind down with us as we talk self-care, connection, and the little things that keep us (mostly) sane. 🌙🤍

Can’t wait to see you there.

18/11/2025

So many of us are walking around carrying quiet cracks no one can see.

Holding it together on the outside… while slowly unravelling on the inside.

If these slides resonated with you, please know this:
You are not weak.

You are not failing.

You are simply human — and you’ve been carrying far too much, for far too long.

At The Counselling Space, we support people through the parts of life that feel too heavy to hold alone.

If you recognise these quiet cracks in yourself, reach out. You deserve support that doesn’t ask you to pretend you’re okay.

If this spoke to you, please save it, share it, or send it to someone who might need it today.

You never know who’s struggling silently.

You’re not alone here.

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16/11/2025

Tune in tonight at 7:30pm for some Sunday Soul Soothing with Andy and Bex!!!

Find the link below:

https://www.instagram.com/silver_seas_counselling?igsh=MXo0eTE2bzBvM29k

14/11/2025

Some Fridays feel like a finish line.

Others feel like a relief.

Either way, you’re allowed to arrive exactly as you are.

If this week has been heavy, you’re not failing — you’re human.
Slow down. Breathe. Be gentle with your mind today. 💛

11/11/2025

Too many women are told they’re “disordered” when what they really are is traumatised by a world that harms and silences them.

In her latest blog, Beccie shares why she no longer believes in diagnosis — and what it means to see trauma not as illness, but as survival.

Written by Beccie

10/11/2025

Welcome to The Counselling Space.

We’re not just counsellors — we’re a community of humans supporting humans. 💛

Our team includes specialists in:
✨ Trauma
✨ Grief
✨ Addiction
✨ Neurodivergence
✨ Children & young people
✨ Relationships

Here, you’ll find:

💬 Honest conversations about healing and mental health
🌱 Practical tools, reflections, and gentle reminders
✨ Updates on our Lives, events, and resources
🤝 A safe space to feel heard, seen, and supported

Whether you’re here for insight, connection, or guidance, you’re welcome just as you are.

Follow along, join the conversation, and be part of our community. 💛

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https://www.thecounsellingspace.info

08/11/2025

Join Andy and Rebecca for Sunday soul soothing!

We all talk about the importance of self-care - but how do we actually do it?

Join me and Bex tomorrow night for Sunday Soul Soothing, a relaxed and honest chat about recharging, joy, and the small rituals that keep us grounded.
It’s therapy for the therapists (and anyone who needs a dose of calm before Monday)

29/10/2025

🎧 Podcast Recommendation of the Week 🎧
This week, I’m sharing one of my favorite listens: The Diary of a CEO by Steven Bartlett.

Why do I love it?
✔️ The conversations are thought-provoking and often go beyond surface-level ideas.
✔️ Some episodes are informative, others spark deep reflection, and a few are even controversial, which makes them so engaging!
✔️ Most importantly, the topics feel relevant to what’s happening in our world today, offering fresh perspectives on mental health, personal growth, resilience, relationships, and navigating life’s challenges.

If you’re looking for something that challenges your thinking and inspires meaningful conversations, this podcast is worth adding to your playlist!

💡 Current episode I’m listening to:
Atheist vs Christian vs Spiritual Thinker
What podcasts are you loving right now? Drop your recommendations below! 👇

29/10/2025

Between clients and on days off I like to catch up with my CPD and listen to interesting people exploring different issues. This podcast by NCPS is a great listen, covering lots of different topics related to mental health 😊