Shifting Seas Counselling

24/01/2026

This is a powerful watch for anyone navigating a challenge right now—mental health, physical health, or both.

It reminded me how individual our journeys are, even when we’re walking the same path. The balance of space and connection. Isolation and camaraderie. Drive, honesty, and support.

We often fixate on the end goal, but there are moments of real triumph along the way—and those moments matter just as much.

https://www.channel4.com/programmes/arctic-adventure-ultimate-survival

An elite team of military veterans tackle one of the world’s toughest ultramarathons

12/01/2026

Stop. Breathe and notice.

05/01/2026

As many of us in the UK head back to work and school this week, here are some helpful grounding techniques to use when feeling overwhelmed, nervous or on edge.

Credit to , thanks for creating this animation

02/01/2026

Comment below or journal for yourself: something you are ready to leave behind and one belief/habit or value you want to carry into 2026.

02/01/2026

13/12/2025

It's so easy to get caught up in focusing on goals and striving to achieve that sometimes we can forget how far we have actually come and all we have already achieved. Someone who knows me best reminded me of this this morning and it was exactly what I needed to hear. I thought I would share it in the hope that it resonates with you too.

08/11/2025

This comes up so frequently in my sessions. We need to shift this narrative and it starts with how we treat our sons.

29/09/2025

Offering reduced rates for Supervision for qualified counsellors. Sessions available online or face to face.

28/07/2025

Helping young voices feel heard- a safe space for children and teens to talk, heal and grow.

25/07/2025

I recently attended a powerful workshop, Daring to Be Wise by Jacqui Dillon. It’s taken time to process — the content was deep and thought-provoking.

I’ve realised how important it is to truly listen, to meet each person where they are, beyond labels or diagnoses.

To my current and future clients: I commit to hearing your voice — even if it feels faint at first — and respecting your knowledge of your own needs.

If you’ve ever felt misunderstood or unheard in your mental health journey, please reach out. You're the expert on you, and I'd be honoured to walk alongside you.

💬 Let’s shift the conversation — together.

https://www.shifting-seas-counselling.co.uk/daring-to-be-wise-a-therapist-s-reflection/

28/06/2025

The slow burn which can have such a huge impact- check in with yourself, practice self care and show yourself the same kindness you show others.

24/06/2025

Fresh flowers for the office, a gorgeous gift from a special friend 🌻

-A sunflower instinctively follows the sun, by being self-aware, a person understands what energizes them and where to focus their efforts.

-As symbols of hope and resilience, sunflowers remind us to seek the light even in difficult times.