Deirdre Coyne CBT

07/03/2026

In my therapy work I often meet adults who feel constantly overwhelmed.

They describe struggling with procrastination, feeling emotionally drained or being very hard on themselves when things don’t go to plan.

Increasingly we are recognising how often these patterns are connected to ADHD traits in adulthood.

It’s an area I specialise in because CBT approaches can be very helpful in supporting focus, emotional regulation and sustainable routines.

If you recognise these patterns in yourself, you’re certainly not alone.

04/03/2026

A quick follow up to my post yesterday 💛

I’m still looking to speak with a few women who are either:

• currently using a GLP-1 medication
• thinking about starting
• or wondering what happens when they eventually come off it

As a CBT therapist who works with emotional and binge eating, I’m really interested in understanding the psychological side of this journey — not just the medication itself.

This is simply market research to help me shape better support.

There is no selling involved at all.

Just a relaxed 30-minute Zoom conversation about your experience.

In return I’m happy to offer 30 minutes of focused CBT support on something you’re currently finding difficult.

If you’d be open to helping, just send me a message saying RESEARCH 🤍

04/03/2026

Good Morning,
Today is World Obesity Day.

As a CBT therapist working with emotional and binge eating, I want to say something clearly.

Obesity is not a failure of willpower.

It is influenced by biology, psychology, stress, trauma, medication, hormones, sleep and the environment we live in.

And yet so many people still carry shame.

Shame does not create change.
Support does.

Medication such as GLP-1 can be helpful for some.
But long-term wellbeing also requires psychological support and behavioural change.

If you struggle with binge eating, emotional eating, or feel confused about food while on or coming off medication — you are not broken.

You deserve proper support.

03/03/2026

03/03/2026

Good morning,

I’m looking for 5–10 people to help me with something.

I’m developing further support for women who are:

• On GLP-1 medication
• Thinking about starting
• Or coming off it
• And struggling with emotional or binge eating patterns

This isn’t a sales call.

I’d simply love to speak to you for 30 minutes on Zoom to better understand:

– What’s working
– What’s hard
– What you wish you had more support with
– What would actually make ongoing support feel worth investing in

In exchange, I’ll offer you 30 minutes of focused CBT-style coaching on something you’re currently struggling with.

If you’d like to take part, send me a DM saying “RESEARCH”.

Thank you — it really helps me shape something genuinely useful.

Best wishes
Deirdre

01/03/2026

Good Morning,

Welcome to March, I thought it would be a good time to share why my work with psychological support for GLP-1 users is so important to me.

Over the past few years as we have seen the rise in GLP-1 medications, I kept noticing the same thing again and again.

The medication changes hunger, but it doesn’t automatically change our thoughts, our habits, or our relationship with ourselves.

And that’s where so many people start to feel lost.
Because this journey isn’t just physical — it’s emotional, psychological, and deeply personal.
I’ve seen the self-doubt.
The fear of “what if I regain the weight?”
The guilt around food.
The identity shifts.
The pressure to finally “get it right.”
And I realised, people need support during this journey, not just medication.
That’s why I’m creating my GLP-1 Psychological Support Membership.
A space where you’re not doing this alone.
A space to understand your mindset, your habits, your emotional relationship with food and weight.
A space to feel supported, understood and guided while your life is changing.
Because this work is one of the most fulfilling parts of being a therapist for me.
This membership is my way of helping more people feel supported, empowered and truly prepared for long-term change.
If you’re on a GLP-1 journey and you’ve been wishing for support like this… you’re exactly who I created it for.
I’ll be sharing more soon.
Warmly,
Deirdre

11/02/2026

Good Morning,

Thinking about GLP-1?
Already on it?
Or quietly worrying about what happens after?

GLP-1 can reduce food noise — but it doesn’t automatically help with emotional eating, fear of regain, or trusting yourself when hunger returns.

That’s why I’ve opened a CBT-informed food & mindset membership to support people before, during, or after GLP-1.

This is psychological and lifestyle support — not dieting, not calorie tracking, and not medical advice.

How the membership works (£30/month):

✔️ Monthly CBT-informed focus themes (food, mindset & behaviour)
✔️ Gentle prompts to build awareness and confidence
✔️ Support separating hunger, habit, emotion, and fear
✔️ Private Facebook group for reflection and learning
✔️ Optional WhatsApp support for encouragement and reminders

We’re starting with a gentle food journaling focus — not for control, but for awareness and clarity — especially helpful if you’re considering GLP-1 or preparing to come off.

🎁 Bonus when you join:

You’ll receive my GLP-1 support ebook to help you understand what you need to know about GLP1 medication.

You can:
• join anytime
• start where you are
• stay for as long as it’s useful

This membership is particularly supportive if:
– you’re considering GLP-1 and want to understand your eating first
– you’re on GLP-1 and want skills alongside medication
– you’re coming off GLP-1 and want support as hunger returns

I don’t advise on starting or stopping medication — this work sits alongside medical care.

If you want a calmer, more confident relationship with food — with or without GLP-1 — you’re very welcome here.

👉 Comment “JOURNAL” or DM me and I’ll send the details.

11/02/2026

Good morning

When You’re Emotionally Overloaded

You’re not crying — but your chest feels tight.
You’re not panicking — but your thoughts won’t settle.
You open the fridge, then close it again.

When everything feels like too much, don’t try to fix it all.

Instead:

• Step away from the decision that’s asking too much.
• Shrink your focus to the next ten minutes.
• Let your exhale be slightly longer than your inhale.
• Name it gently: “This is a lot.”

Emotional overload doesn’t need optimisation.
It needs steadiness.

If this is something that often shows up around food, you’re not failing — your system may just need support.

I hope this helps and have a great day.

Deirdre

CBT-informed support for emotional eating & sustainable weight management

06/02/2026

Good Morning,

Welcome to the weekend and today I thought I might offer you a way to make this weekend actually feel restful.

What should feel like relief often doesn’t. When Friday night arrives, instead of unwinding, your body tenses up. An internal checklist looms: washing up, laundry, that one email you couldn't quite finish. Even when there’s time to relax, the nervous system doesn’t always know how to embrace it.

So, the question shifts from how to rest to what prevents rest from feeling genuine.

Here are a few areas this question can explore:

1) Notice how you cross the threshold into the weekend.

Do you finish your week by abruptly shutting your laptop, or do you take a moment to allow the ending to register in your body? Perhaps it’s washing your hands after completing your last task, lighting a candle, or simply sitting down with both feet on the floor and acknowledging that the day has changed.

2) Ask: Are you defaulting into recovery or choosing it?

Spending time on the couch and scrolling through your phone can often feel like the only activities you have the energy for, and sometimes, that’s completely justified. However, it's important to consider whether your nervous system is truly recovering or simply being numbed. One option can leave you feeling more replenished and resourced, while the other might leave you feeling more disoriented or scrambled.

3) Let your pace mirror how you want to feel.

Move slowly while tidying the kitchen. Pour your tea with both hands. Get in the car without checking your phone first. When the body moves at a slower pace, sometimes the breath follows.

4) Protect one pocket of time that isn’t productive.

Not the entire weekend or even a full day -- just one hour that isn’t tied to any specific outcome. Keep it simple: sit on the porch, flip through a magazine, or take the long route home from the shop. Allow it to be intentionally unproductive.

5) Don’t assume rest means stillness.

Sometimes, your body craves movement to feel better, but the way you move is important. For instance, hoovering to music can be more rejuvenating than attempting meditation when you're not in the mood. Similarly, sorting through a drawer might help you feel more settled than taking a nap when you're not actually tired.

Rest doesn’t begin the moment your schedule clears. It starts when your system feels safe enough to stop bracing. Sometimes, this invitation to safety starts with something as simple as how you step into Saturday.

05/02/2026

Good Morning

On my reading list good to see open conversations in my view.

Podcast Episode · Real Health with Karl Henry · 05/02/2026 · 32m