Amanda Tooms Therapy and Wellbeing

Amanda Tooms Therapy and Wellbeing MBACP, NCPS Accredited Trauma informed Psychotherapist & Clinical Supervisor. Hypnotherapist and Mentor.

Anxiety|Trauma|ED|BPD|LGBTQ+ & ND affirming.
🌱Helping you on your journey to a better place🌱
Career in performing arts, education & leadership

05/02/2026

🍃You don’t need the right words.
🍃You don’t need a clear story.
🍃You don’t even need to know where to start.

Many people begin therapy feeling confused, stuck or unsure how to speak about what’s going on. That’s okay. Talking is something we build together.

In this excerpt from a podcast I recorded last year, my guest Sylvia Bruce speaks honestly about her own struggles before opening up and gently encourages anyone listening to keep trying, to talk to someone if you’re struggling.

It’s a powerful reminder of why talking matters, especially on Time to Talk Day.

If you’ve been thinking about reaching out, this clip and the full conversation might be a helpful place to start.

The full episode is available on Spotify, Amazon and Buzzsprout (search ‘Broadly Speaking episode 5’).

04/02/2026

Breathing is one of the best things you can do to calm your nervous system.

Each of these exercises can be done daily as part of your self care routine. Add them in to the start and end of your day 😮‍💨

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🍃Divorce and separation don’t just end relationships, they can reopen deep attachment wounds.When a relationship ends, e...
01/02/2026

🍃Divorce and separation don’t just end relationships, they can reopen deep attachment wounds.

When a relationship ends, especially through divorce or separation, the pain can feel all‑consuming. It’s not just heartbreak; it’s your nervous system responding to loss, disconnection and the breaking of attachment bonds.

Attachment trauma often shows up when someone once meant safety, belonging or home. The grief can feel intrusive, overwhelming and frightening, as though you’ll never find solid ground again.

Healing doesn’t happen by rushing yourself to “move on”.
It happens in safe, supportive relationships where you’re met with compassion and steadiness.

Life after divorce may look different than you imagined but different doesn’t mean broken.
Repair takes time, and you are allowed to take all the time you need.

Like Kintsugi, the Japanese art of repairing broken pottery with gold, healing doesn’t erase the cracks. It honours them.

You are not failing because this hurts.
You are human.

🌱Save this if you’re grieving.
💫Share it with someone navigating separation.
✨Reach out when you’re ready.




29/01/2026

🍃 Do you ever sit and think?….

Sometimes the quiet moments are when we realise we need support.

Psychotherapy and counselling offer a safe, confidential space to explore anxiety, trauma, emotional overwhelm, and life transitions with compassion and care.

You don’t need to have everything figured out before you begin, I’m right here beside you and together we explore your story 🍃

✨ I offer therapy in the UK with a gentle and supportive trauma-informed approach.

👉 Book a free introductory call via the link in my bio or send me a message.

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28/01/2026

✨Thinking about starting therapy but don’t know where to start?

You don’t need to know what to say or have a clear goal before you start therapy.

Many people begin counselling feeling confused, stuck or exhausted, often after living with anxiety, trauma or emotional overwhelm for a long time.

In therapy, we work together to gently make sense of what’s going on for you, at your pace.

Therapy is a relationship first and foremost built on trust, safety and being heard.

If you’ve been wondering where to start with therapy, this is your sign that starting exactly where you are is enough.

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🍃I work with clients who feel overwhelmed, anxious, stuck in difficult patterns of behaviour, or carrying the impact of ...
25/01/2026

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I work with clients who feel overwhelmed, anxious, stuck in difficult patterns of behaviour, or carrying the impact of past experiences.

Many people come to therapy feeling like they should be coping better, or that their struggles aren’t “serious enough.” If that sounds familiar, you’re not alone and you deserve support.

In therapy, we can gently explore anxiety, trauma, emotional regulation, relationships, and your relationship with yourself, at a pace that feels safe for you.

My approach is warm, compassionate, and tailored to you as an individual.

If this resonates, you’re very welcome to get in touch. I offer counselling in Kent and online therapy across the UK.

✨ Message me or visit my website, link in bio, to explore starting therapy.


One practice I often encourage clients to try is noticing three positive things in a day; something concrete that you ca...
23/01/2026

One practice I often encourage clients to try is noticing three positive things in a day; something concrete that you can feel in your body and emotions.

Today, I experienced a beautiful real-life reminder of how powerful this can be.

☕ A kind person held the door open for me as I left Costa, making my exit easier.
🌤️ Another person smiled and said, “Good morning, you’re set up for the day.”
💬 And finally, I spent time booking introductory calls and getting to know new clients—something that always reminds me why I love this work.

Each of these moments helped me slow down, feel connected, and embrace a sense of humanity and wholeness.

Small gestures can have a big impact on our nervous system and emotional wellbeing.

If you’re feeling overwhelmed, try this tonight:
✨ what were your three positives today?

And if you’d like support with anxiety, trauma, eating difficulties or emotional wellbeing, I’m here to help. Feel free to message me to book an introductory call.

23/01/2026

✨ Therapy isn’t about being “fixed.”✨
✨ You’re not broken, you’re human. ✨

Therapy is a space to explore, understand, and gently support the parts of you that need care and compassion.

If you’re ready to begin therapy in Kent or online across the UK, I’m here to walk alongside you.

✨ DM me to book a free consultation or visit my website to learn more (link in bio).




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21/01/2026

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Starting therapy can bring up fear, uncertainty, and a lot of “what ifs” and that’s completely normal.

You don’t need to feel ready, confident, or certain to begin. Therapy is a space where we go at your pace, build trust, and make sense of what you’re carrying together.

If you’ve been feeling nervous about therapy, you’re not alone and you’re not doing it wrong.

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19/01/2026

Blue Monday may not be real, but the way you feel is.

If you’re struggling and feeling ‘blue’ there is support to help you through it!

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Take care, Amanda 🫶

19/01/2026

That first message can feel scary…….but it’s enough 🙏

Taking that first step to start therapy is often the hardest part.
For many people, it begins with a message you draft… delete… and rewrite.

It’s normal to worry about what to say, whether you’ll be judged, or if your struggles are “enough”.
They are!

Therapy begins exactly there with what feels uncertain, messy, or unfinished.
You don’t need the right words to begin.

If you’re considering therapy for anxiety, trauma, disordered eating, or emotional overwhelm, that first message is enough.

You don’t have to have it all figured out, just take that first step when you’re ready.

Therapy isn’t about living in the past.And it isn’t about rushing toward a better future either.It’s about starting exac...
16/01/2026

Therapy isn’t about living in the past.
And it isn’t about rushing toward a better future either.

It’s about starting exactly where you are.

In therapy, we might gently explore what’s happened before because our experiences matter.

We might imagine what’s possible ahead because hope matters.

But meaningful change begins in the present moment:

• How you’re coping right now
• What feels heavy today
• What you need in this session

You don’t need to have clarity.
You don’t need a plan.
You don’t need to know where you’re heading.

You just need a safe space to begin right here, right now.

If you would like to know more, please contact me and I’ll be happy to answer any questions.

You can also read my latest blog ‘What is therapy really like’ link in bio 🍃

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