Lisa Lillicrap Counselling

04/01/2026

January can feel like a collision of 'out with the old and in with the new' and getting over a busy December and smashing through into a new year and expecting a transformation.

For many, shedding the year of the snake can be a relief and focusing on the rise of the horse. A fresh start can work, it can help us with hope in moving forward.

For others, it can be overwhelming, exhausting and all too much.
What about pace and feeling ok where we currently are?

This is about taking care of yourself in January, not taking it out on yourself.

28/12/2025

Embracing the 'lull' or feeling stuck in it? It can be about finding balance.

I have been taking some festive time off and have discovered what Twixmas stands for. It has also been about finding a balance to look ahead AND continue this festive time. It looks different for many, this is why I am preparing and taking enquiries for January 2026.



Wishing you all a Merry Twixmas, however you are spending it.

26/12/2025

19/12/2025

Fidgets and spinners...

*Shout out! Look at these! Designed and made by a 12 year old boy who has many different designs/ colours and overall variety (not to mention creativity and talent!).

Fidgets and spinners can be a supportive source to support clients/ children/ young peopel/ adults to feel grounded and focused. They can also help stress and anxiety with a sensory outlet.

I now have these and cannot wait for them to be available in my sessions for my clients.

17/12/2025

'Don't forget that this Christmas'..

Busy times, decisions to be made and making sure everything going swimmingly! What happens when you suddenly feel swamped?

This is a time to also be realistic with expectations, reduce the pressure and be gentle on yourself.

You may not feel festive, you may feel like an overcooked Turkey! However you spend it, check in with someone if you need to, rest up if you want to and it is ok to say no.

Equally, enjoy the festive season where you can, go for a walk, have the extra mince pie. You deserve to enjoy it the way you want to!

05/12/2025

Ever have days when you think your doing well and then boom, thoughts or feelings may resurface and then.. 'Hello Anxiety, we meet again!'.

This time of year particularly things can start to pile up- 'I am at capacity' and it still overflows. Busier shops, extra jobs, later nights and more social 'doo's' than ever.

How we think will influence how we feel and our actions (CBT right there for you!). Maybe if we talk back to some feelings, we may change the way we think about some things.

Anxiety may always be there and remind you of its presence- find out what it wants.

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21/11/2025

Amongst the feeling of never ending cycle of tasks, there comes a need to recharge.
A common day for this is a Sunday to digest and 'best prepare for the week ahead'.

What about yesterday or today? These days can be any days and to remember there is flexibility and finding balance.
A fresh walk this morning to do just that.

Added picture of my boy, bouncing around, taking it all in and care free.

16/11/2025

Good luck to this bunch and taking on the Hyrox Sim!

This crazy bunch are participating in the Hyrox Sim tomorrow and we could not be more proud of them 🖤💛

Training (and cake eating) complete, now for the relay and teamwork.
We know you will smash it!

We will be cheering you on.
Have the best time!

01/11/2025

It can take alot to walk in somewhere new to meet and talk with someone.

Take a peak at a space I work in.

Based in Ivybridge, the Devon Family Hub offers a lovely warm and welcoming setting.

An experienced team offering counselling support to families, children, young people and adults.

As the evenings are drawing in, we are still open and evening appointments are available.

This time of year particularly can be tough and meeting or speaking to someone can bring relief in times you may feel alone- you don't have to be.

Please feel able to message via FB or email,

Lisalillicrapcounselling@gmail.com should you require any information