Leicester Therapy and Counselling Services

11/05/2026

10/05/2026

DAY 1 | MONDAY - MANAGING THE MONDAY BLUES
The weekend has passed and a new week is here 📅 If you’re feeling that familiar sense of pressure, low mood or worry as you get started, please know you are not alone in this. It is completely normal to feel overwhelmed sometimes – and you don’t have to work through these feelings by yourself.

Therapy is not only for times of crisis. It is a safe space where you can talk through everyday stress, worries or changes in your life, helping you feel balanced and confident. At Leicester Therapy, we provide confidential support tailored exactly to what you need.

✅ EVERY DAY WE OFFER A FREE 20‑MINUTE CONSULTATION – this gives you the chance to meet us, ask questions and decide if working together feels right for you, with no obligation at all.

📞 Call: 07453 424 377
📧 Email: leicestertherapy@gmail.com
🌐 Website: www.leicestertherapy.co.uk
📍 Based in Leicester | Face‑to‑face & Online sessions available

How are you feeling today? Drop a comment below 👇

23/04/2026

Phase 7 – Closure: Ending on a High Note
Every EMDR session is carefully structured to ensure you leave feeling stable. Even if we are in the middle of a difficult memory, Phase 7 provides a "wrap-up." We use the self-calming techniques we practiced to bring your nervous system back to a state of equilibrium.
We might use a "Container" exercise to safely store away any unprocessed material until our next session. This ensures that the work we do in the therapy room stays in the room, allowing you to go about your daily life, work, and family time without feeling "raw" or overwhelmed. Your safety and stability are my absolute priority.
Safe, controlled, and professional
phase 8 – Re-evaluation: Checking Your Progress
Healing isn't always a straight line, which is why Phase 8 is so vital. At the start of every new session, we re-evaluate the work we’ve done. We check to see if the targets we processed are still "clear" and if any new triggers have popped up during your week.
This phase ensures that your progress is permanent and that we are covering all the bases of your trauma, anxiety, or stress. We look at your past, your present triggers, and your future goals. EMDR is a comprehensive journey that doesn't just fix the past—it prepares you for a bright, confident future.
Start your 8-phase journey to freedom today.
📧 leicestertherapy@gmail.com
📱 07453 424 377 (Call or WhatsApp)
🌐 www.leicestertherapy.co.uk

22/04/2026

Phase 6 – The Body Scan: Total Somatic Relief
The brain and the body are deeply connected. Even when we think we are "over" something, our body might still hold onto the stress in the form of a tight chest, a knotted stomach, or shallow breathing.
In Phase 6, I will ask you to think about the original target and the positive belief while mentally scanning your body from head to toe. We are looking for any lingering traces of physical tension. If we find any, we continue processing until your body feels completely neutral and relaxed. EMDR is a full-system reset; we ensure you feel calm not just in your thoughts, but in your physical self.
Experience true, physical peace.
📧 leicestertherapy@gmail.com
📱 07453 424 377 (Call or WhatsApp)
🌐 www.leicestertherapy.co.uk

21/04/2026

Phase 5 – Installation: Rewriting Your Internal Script
Once the negative sting of a memory has been cleared, we don't just leave an empty space. Phase 5 is about "Installation." We take the positive belief you want to have about yourself—such as "I am resilient," "I am safe now," or "I did the best I could"—and we use further bilateral stimulation to strengthen it.
We measure how "true" this positive belief feels in your gut. We work until that positive thought feels stronger than the old, negative one. This phase changes your self-image, helping you move from a "victim" mindset to a "survivor" mindset, and eventually, to a place of thriving.
It’s time to believe in yourself again.
📧 leicestertherapy@gmail.com
📱 07453 424 377 (Call or WhatsApp)
🌐 www.leicestertherapy.co.uk

20/04/2026

Phase 4 – Desensitisation: Moving the "Stuck" Files
This is where the transformation happens. When we experience trauma, the brain often fails to process the information correctly; it gets "stuck" in the nervous system. In Phase 4, we use Bilateral Stimulation (BLS)—usually through guided eye movements, hand-tapping, or audio tones.
This stimulates both sides of your brain, allowing the "stuck" memory to move from the emotional, reactive part of the brain to the logical part. You aren't "forgetting" what happened, but you are lowering the volume on the pain. Clients often describe this as the memory finally feeling like it’s "in the past" rather than happening right now.
Healing is a biological process, and we can help you start it.
📧 leicestertherapy@gmail.com
📱 07453 424 377 (Call or WhatsApp)
🌐 www.leicestertherapy.co.uk

19/04/2026

Phase 3 – Assessment: Pinpointing the Target
Many people feel overwhelmed by a general sense of "anxiety," but EMDR works by being specific. In Phase 3, we select a "Target Memory"—the specific event or feeling that fuels your current distress.
We break this target down into four parts: a vivid visual image, the negative belief you hold (e.g., "I’m in danger" or "I’m not good enough"), the emotions you feel, and the physical sensations in your body (like a racing heart or a tight throat). By naming these components, we take the "power" away from the trauma and prepare it for processing. It’s about looking at the problem objectively so we can dismantle it together.
Let’s identify what is really holding you back.
📧 leicestertherapy@gmail.com
📱 07453 424 377 (Call or WhatsApp)
🌐 www.leicestertherapy.co.uk

18/04/2026

Phase 1 & 2 – Laying the Foundation & Building Resources
Before we dive into the past, we focus on your present safety. In Phase 1, we look at your history—not just what happened, but how it affects your life today. We identify the triggers that cause your anxiety or stress.
In Phase 2, we "armour" you. We teach you specific "Safe State" and grounding techniques, such as the "Lightstream" or "Butterfly Hug." These are physical and mental tools you can use at home to manage emotional spikes. We don't start processing memories until you feel confident that you can handle the emotions that come up. We are building a solid foundation for your healing journey.
Ready to build your mental health toolkit?
📧 leicestertherapy@gmail.com
📱 07453 424 377 (Call or WhatsApp)
🌐 www.leicestertherapy.co.uk

18/04/2026

Understanding EMDR – Beyond Talk Therapy
Have you ever felt like you "know" you are safe, but your body still reacts with a racing heart and shallow breath? 🧠
Trauma and chronic stress don't just live in our thoughts; they live in our nervous system. When we experience something distressing, our brain’s natural processing system can become overwhelmed, causing that memory to get "stuck" in its raw, emotional form. This is why a smell, a sound, or a specific situation can suddenly trigger a massive wave of anxiety—your brain thinks the event is happening right now.
EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing) is a clinically proven method that helps the brain "digest" these stuck memories. By using guided bilateral stimulation (like eye movements), we move the memory from the emotional "panic" centre of the brain to the logical "narrative" centre. The goal is to reach a point where you can remember the event without the painful emotional charge.
Ready to unstick the past?
📞 Mobile: 07453 424 377
📧 Email: leicestertherapy@gmail.com
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14/04/2026

Find the Right Therapist in Leicester

Welcome to Leicester Therapy, your trusted choice for compassionate and professional counselling in the heart of the city (LE1). If you are looking for an experienced therapist in Leicester, we are here to provide a safe, confidential, and welcoming space to explore your thoughts and emotions.

Whether you are searching for face-to-face counselling in Leicester, online sessions, or specialised EMDR psychotherapy, our tailored approach helps you navigate life’s toughest challenges and improve your overall mental well-being.

Why Choose Our Award-Winning Therapy in Leicester?

Finding the right therapy can feel overwhelming, but you don't have to navigate it alone. You will be working with Chris Parker, an award-winning, BACP-registered psychotherapist and a professional EMDR practitioner.

🏆 Awarded: "Best Therapy Services Newcomer 2025 - Leicester" (Healthcare & Pharmaceuticals Awards)

Working with an accredited therapist in Leicester means you get expert support to develop healthier coping mechanisms for a wide range of issues, including:

Anxiety and Depression
Low Self-Esteem and Relationship Challenges
Trauma and PTSD (Specialised EMDR Therapy)
Addiction (Including 1-to-1 support for Private Residential Addiction Centres)
EUPD (BPD), ADHD, ASD, and other emotional difficulties

Start Your Journey Today

Book Your Free 20-Minute Consultation 07453 424 377

29/03/2026

🌱 Spring is a time for new beginnings… is it time for yours? 🌱

As the days get longer and nature begins to bloom again, spring can be a powerful reminder that change and growth are possible for all of us. Just like the seasons, we go through difficult winters in our lives – times when we may feel stuck, overwhelmed, anxious, or emotionally drained. Therapy can help you move towards your own personal spring.

At Leicester Therapy, we offer a safe, supportive, and confidential space where you can begin to make sense of your experiences and move forward with greater clarity and confidence.

🌼 Talking Therapy can help you:
• Understand patterns in your thoughts, feelings, and relationships
• Process difficult experiences in a safe environment
• Build healthier coping strategies
• Improve confidence and emotional wellbeing
• Develop stronger boundaries and communication

🌼 EMDR therapy (Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing) can help you:
• Process past experiences that still feel "stuck"
• Reduce anxiety and emotional triggers
• Improve self-esteem
• Support recovery from trauma, stress, and difficult life events
• Feel calmer and more present in your day-to-day life

You don’t have to wait until things feel unbearable to reach out. Therapy can be part of your personal growth, self-care, and emotional wellbeing – just like spring is part of nature’s renewal.

🌿 If you're ready to take that first step, Leicester Therapy is here to support you.

📞 Free 20-minute consultation available
🌐 www.leicestertherapy.co.uk
📱 07453 424377
📧 leicestertherapy@gmail.com

🌸 This spring, invest in yourself. Growth starts with one small step. 🌸