Space Between Us

15/12/2025

Caring for ourselves isn’t a luxury.
It isn’t something we earn after exhaustion.

It’s self-preservation.
A quiet act of respect for our own lives.

If today calls for rest, boundaries, or softness, that counts.
You don’t have to justify it.

If this resonates, save it for the days you forget. 🤍

- Audre Lorde

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10/12/2025

We’re so proud to share something special with our community today. 💚

Niki has recently completed her qualification in Pet Bereavement Therapy, a deeply meaningful step that reflects her lifelong connection with animals and her commitment to supporting those who love them.

For many of us, our pets are family. They shape our days, our routines, and the quiet spaces of our lives. When they pass, the grief can feel heavy and often misunderstood. Niki’s new qualification allows her to offer compassionate, dedicated support to anyone navigating this kind of loss.

We’ve published a new blog honouring her journey and the heart behind this work. It explores why pet bereavement matters, what this support can offer, and how Niki creates a safe space for people to share their stories of love and loss.

If this resonates, we’d love you to read it and share it with someone who might need it today.

👇 Read the full blog below!

For many of us, our pets are more than companions. They become part of the fabric of our days; padding softly through our routines, filling our homes with a familiar presence, and holding a quiet place in our hearts. When they die, the grief can feel deep and disorienting. And yet, it’s a kind of ...

22/11/2025

Sometimes our system doesn’t go into fight or flight… it just goes quiet.
Freeze. Numbness. Shutdown.
It’s not you “being dramatic”, it’s your body asking for safety.

In those moments, small grounding steps can help you come back to yourself.
A deeper breath. Feeling your feet on the floor.
Noticing one thing you can see, one thing you can touch.
Tiny anchors. Nothing forced.

If this feels familiar, you’re not alone.
Save this for the days when everything feels too much.
And take it at your own pace, always.

08/11/2025

So often people ask, “What makes therapy work?”
And the answer isn’t found in a single method or theory, it’s in the relationship.

Kirstie, our Integrative Counsellor, shares in this video.
When trust and safety grow between counsellor and client, something shifts.
You begin to breathe differently. You begin to see yourself differently.

Sometimes that’s where the real work begins — in the space between two people. 💬

💛 If this speaks to you, save it for later or share it with someone who’s curious about starting therapy.

01/11/2025

🌿 Free Consultations This Friday with Niki 🌿

If you’ve been thinking about starting therapy, or just want to explore whether it could be right for you, Niki has a couple of free 20-minute consultation slots available this Friday, 7th November.

🕤 9:30am
🕥 10:30am

A consultation is a relaxed, no-pressure space to ask questions, talk through what’s been going on, and get a feel for whether therapy with Niki feels like a good fit.

If you’ve been waiting for a sign to reach out, this might be it 💬

📍Online via our secure platform
📞 Visit our website to book your slot

18/10/2025

🎨 Paint Your Partner Night at Space Between Us!

Last night, we swapped therapy rooms for paint brushes, and enjoyed our first ever ‘Paint Your Partner’ night! 🖌️✨

It was messy, hilarious, and surprisingly heartfelt, a reminder that connection, laughter, and play are just as important for our wellbeing as reflection and rest.

As therapists and business owners, we talk a lot about self-care and relationships…but nights like this remind us to live them too.

Good relationships, whether with partners, friends, or colleagues, are one of the most powerful supports for mental health. 💚

Here’s to fun, friendship, and not taking ourselves too seriously.
(Though we might need a little therapy after seeing some of these portraits!) 😅🎨

13/10/2025

🌿 Free online consultations this Friday 17th October.

If you’ve been thinking about starting therapy, or simply want to find out more about how counselling could support you, we have a few free 20-minute online consultations available this Friday.

🕰️ Available times:
With Kirstie: 1.30pm and 2.30pm
With Niki: 9.30am, 1.30pm and 2.30pm

These short, confidential chats are a gentle way to:
✨ Ask questions about therapy
✨ Find the right fit with a therapist
✨ Explore what support might look like for you

To book your free consultation, visit:
👉 https://clientportal.uk.zandahealth.com/clientportal/spacebetweenus

💬 Please share this post with anyone who might need a little extra support right now. It could be the sign they’ve been waiting for.

Sometimes the hardest step is the first one. We’re here to make it a little easier.

13/10/2025

“Although the world is full of suffering, it is also full of the overcoming of it.” - Helen Keller

This quote reminds us that even in the hardest moments, there is resilience…quiet, persistent, and deeply human.
Therapy often begins in pain, but it moves towards healing, strength, and hope.

Every day, we witness people overcoming, one small step at a time. 💚

10/10/2025

💚 World Mental Health Day 2025

Today is a reminder that we all have mental health and that caring for it starts with connection.

Every act of kindness, every honest conversation, every moment of listening matters.
Because healing doesn’t happen in isolation, it happens between us.

Let’s make today about more than awareness.
Let’s make it about connection, compassion, and care.

06/10/2025

💬 “Connection is why we’re here; it gives purpose and meaning to our lives.” - Brené Brown

At Space Between Us, this is what therapy is all about; creating a space where connection heals, where we can be seen, heard, and understood.
Because healing doesn’t happen in isolation, it happens between us. 💚