The Leadership Psychologist. Dr Elaine Smith.

16/07/2025

This is what makes psychological therapy special.

It offers us new experiences of telling difficult stories out loud, in a safe and non judgemental environment.

Even the most well meaning family and friends can struggle to respond in a helpful way.

We tend to avoid painful conversations.

Clinical Psychologists are trained to a high level, and we can sit with your pain, help you to understand it, then process it.

The therapeutic relationship is incredibly important and it holds the key to lasting, meaningful changes when we are carrying difficult stories.

Attending psychological therapy is an investment in you ❤️.

Any questions, just ask!

16/07/2025

Does the thought of getting ready to go on annual leave from work fill you with:

a) dread?
b) dreams about the sunbed?

Annual leave can create anxiety before, during and after your actual holiday or leave?

78% of UK professionals report feeling anxious upon returning to work after annual leave.

Sometimes I wonder how we got to this point, though I've got lots of ideas about that.

The good news?

There's plenty we CAN do to lessen this anxiety.

That's why I wrote a mini course about it - link is in stories and in bio.

Change your annual leave mindset, reduce anxiety and fully embrace your holiday in just 30 minutes.

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09/07/2025

Does taking time off work feel more hassle than it’s worth?

Does it cause you additional stress?

Would you love to be fully present on your holiday and enjoy every minute, without thinking about work?

👀 Check out Holiday Headspace. The 30-minute mini course to revolutionise your time off work.

Contact me for team and organisation licences drelainesmith@protonmail.com.

Link in stories.

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09/07/2025

When people read my book and take time to review it, I couldn't be more grateful or delighted.

Thank you so much to Rosie for this.

I wrote this book to support entrepreneurs on the emotional rollercoaster that comes with the territory.

Entrepreneurship is like Scottish weather. You get all the seasons (emotions) in one day.

Link to book in bio/on stories.

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07/07/2025

It took me a long time in private practice to ask for testimonials.

Psychological therapy is deeply personal and so is the decision to write a testimonial.

We want reviews for everything else in life, so naturally, we want to have an idea of other people's experiences of a clinical psychologist, where the relationship is so important.

Thank you to this client for describing their experience.

Psychological therapy requires the clients to make the changes and sit with those difficult feelings. It's full of ups and downs but the progress can be incredible.

I'm lucky I get to facilitate and witness these shifts and changes 🙏

03/07/2025

I know from years of clinical practice that attending psychological therapy can take a great deal of courage, commitment and motivation.

As a Clinical Psychologist, it is my job to ensure people feel as safe as possible in a truly non judgemental space.

I have supported hundreds of people in my career - all progress is progress and amazing to see.

♥️ Here are some words from a previous client about their experience of therapy with me.

I support adults 18+, senior executives and leaders to overcome challenges.

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To self-refer for Psychological Therapy, the link is in my bio.

03/07/2025

I had a surreal experience this week presenting at virtual bootcamp, with and .

I had the opportunity to share my Masterclass:

🧠 Love Your Brain: The Entrepreneur's Superpower 🦸‍♀️

We talked about entrepreneur mental health and wellbeing, the importance of rest, and the power of our brain.

So grateful for the opportunity and for the wonderful community I'm part of at .

Opportunities are always just around the corner.

This testimonial is from Emily Tanner at Heart E Designs ♥️

29/06/2025

Sunday night can elicit anxiety and difficult feelings.

You're not alone in dreading work tomorrow. I've worked with many clients on this over the years.

Sunday night blues are a sign something needs your attention.

It's okay to ask for help.

I help clients to communicate with their workplace and reclaim their life outside work.

When you ask for help, it will get better 🙏❤️

22/06/2025

🌴 Switching off on holiday feels tricky, but investing in Holiday Headspace can give you practical tools to truly relax and enjoy your time off.

Find out more here: https://drelainesmith.thinkific.com/products/courses/beat-annual-leave-anxiety

Gift it. Share it. Buy it.

Make real changes.

21/06/2025

Still checking work emails on holiday?
Do you get anxious about annual leave?
Do you worry about returning to work?

You’re definitely not alone.

I've been there. I really struggled with annual leave in previous roles. It just felt so stressful.

Over 40% of professionals feel anxious before or after annual leave.

So.... I created Holiday Headspace.

A 30-minute masterclass to help you:
- Ditch inbox dread
- Set real boundaries
- Actually rest

🎧 £39 • Instant access • Link in stories

♻️ Share with someone you know who struggles with annual leave anxiety.

Holiday Headspace: A 30-minute masterclass with practical, science-backed strategies to beat holiday anxiety and inbox dread. Set boundaries, relax fully, and return to work refreshed. Instant access. Personal use license.

19/06/2025

You’d never know they’re burning out.

Senior leaders. HR. Execs.
Holding it all together... until they can’t.

I’m Dr. Elaine Smith, The Leadership Psychologist.

I offer calm, discreet 1:1 support for people under serious pressure.

No fluff. No pressure. Just space to feel clear, recharged, and ready for what’s next.

Support starts here, link in bio 🔗

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18/06/2025

A day of meetings for today.

🤝We love to meet prospective clients and tell them about our vision for:

- Creating a psychologically safe space - where people can share or not, without judgement or consequence.

- Offering a leadership retreat with real-life impact. We aren't interested in box ticking or wellbeing for instagram. We are interested in real change. That's why we offer a follow-up session.

- Creating an experience where people can reflect on their own wellbeing and how this impacts their leadership. We want to support the leaders to support their teams.

- Introspection = self-awareness = steps towards compassionate leadership.

- An opportunity for real team building, connection and relationship building. We build in time for your teams to connect with each other. This isn't a 'jolly'. It is a day with real impact, to improve overall wellbeing and your bottom line.

People are your best asset.

❤️ We'll help you to nurture them.