Rachael Cann Counsellor

25/03/2026

I have the most heartbreaking update, on the 4th March I lost my beautiful Annie to the road.

She was the most loving and charismatic cat, having been involved in sessions from being just 6 weeks old so many clients were especially fond of her.

She will be forever young and forever missed 💔

21/03/2026

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19/03/2026

Sleeping on the job 💤 🐾 💗

10/03/2026

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03/03/2026

02/03/2026

My beautiful, happy herd; they’re truly blissful to watch and spend time with 💗

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01/03/2026

Even therapy dogs can’t always be on their best behaviour 😏
After rolling in 🦊 💩 Charley discovered that ‘the horses’ now have a hot shower 😅👌

25/02/2026

This image shows my five therapy horses standing together, each looking in a slightly different direction — a natural herd instinct.

In the wild, horses share responsibility for watching their surroundings, each scanning a different area to help keep the group safe.

So many of the clients I work with carry far more than their share of responsibility, feeling they have to hold everything together on their own.

The herd reminds us that safety and strength don’t come from one individual doing it all — they come from shared awareness, clear boundaries, and each member holding their own role.

Counselling can be a space to explore what truly belongs to you, what may never have been yours to carry, and how it might feel to share responsibility instead of holding it all alone.

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25/02/2026

In this image, my herd of five therapy horses are gathered closely together, standing shoulder to shoulder in the quiet of the evening.

This is a natural herd behaviour — horses instinctively group together for warmth, comfort, and protection. They live as a bonded herd in an environment designed to support their physical and emotional wellbeing, allowing them to express these natural instincts freely.

Supporting their needs in this way helps maintain the calm, attuned, and grounded presence they bring into the therapeutic space.

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24/02/2026

After a good run and plenty of fresh air, my four little therapists are fully recharged… or perhaps fully switched off! 🐶💤 There’s something so powerful about the calm presence of a dog — no expectations, no judgement, just quiet companionship. In my counselling work, I aim to offer that same safe, warm space where you can simply be. If you’re feeling overwhelmed or in need of support, you’re always welcome to reach out.

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20/02/2026

In times of deep distress, especially when we lose a loved one it can be hard to see life continuing as normal.

The world keeps turning seemingly oblivious to your pain.

It can also be confusing to see your own life continuing; perhaps feelings of guilt about carrying on with day to day activities or when you notice you’ve managed to smile.

Life does go on; but very differently.

It’s ok to need some time to navigate and learn this new way of being - To learn to live with grief.

Counselling can offer a safe space to explore these difficult and sometimes confusing feelings.

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