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✨ Qualified CBT Psychotherapist
🌸 Helping women feel confident, calm & in control
💕 Safe, supportive space to heal
🌿 Online sessions & women’s retreats
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Who am I and what do I offer? 🌿I’m a holistic cognitive behavioural psychotherapist, which means my approach is integrat...
14/10/2025

Who am I and what do I offer? 🌿

I’m a holistic cognitive behavioural psychotherapist, which means my approach is integrative and deeply personalised. I don’t believe in “one-size-fits-all” therapy — instead, I look at what’s really happening for you. Together, we explore your experiences, thoughts and emotions, and collaboratively find what may work best to help you move forward.

CBT (Cognitive Behavioural Therapy) is an evidence-based approach that helps you understand how your thoughts, emotions and behaviours interact. By identifying unhelpful patterns, CBT supports you in developing practical strategies to manage difficulties, build resilience and create meaningful change in your daily life.

I offer what’s known as third-wave CBT, which includes modern, evidence-based approaches such as:
✨ Acceptance and Commitment Therapy — helping you build psychological flexibility, accept what’s out of your control and take meaningful action towards what matters to you.
✨ Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction — using mindfulness to calm the mind, reduce stress and reconnect with the present moment.
✨ I’m also currently training in a somatic approach to trauma, integrating the body into the healing process to help release tension and restore a sense of safety within.

I support people struggling with a wide range of difficulties including depression, generalised anxiety, stress, social and health anxiety, OCD, phobias, low self-esteem, and adjustment challenges related to life changes such as becoming a parent, retirement or managing a health condition.

Alongside psychotherapy, I offer career coaching for professionals who are thinking about a career change but may not feel confident or clear about what’s next.

I also supervise CBT therapists who want to deepen their practice and explore approaches that go beyond traditional CBT.

And, for women seeking connection and healing in a more holistic setting, I facilitate wellbeing retreats — combining travel, mindfulness, group therapy and self-discovery.

❤️ Resilience isn't just about bouncing back; it's about how we navigate life's challenges—individually and collectively...
12/10/2025

❤️ Resilience isn't just about bouncing back; it's about how we navigate life's challenges—individually and collectively. As a psychotherapist, I often explore how resilience manifests in both personal and community contexts, especially in a world that prioritises constant productivity over rest.

🍀 While some individuals may have a natural predisposition towards resilience, it's largely a skill we develop. Therapeutic approaches like cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) and mindfulness-based interventions have been shown to enhance psychological resilience, suggesting that with the right support, we can all cultivate this capacity.

🧑‍🤝‍🧑 Often, we think of resilience as an individual trait—how we cope, adapt, and recover. However, research indicates that social support plays a crucial role in enhancing resilience. Positive social connections can buffer against stress and promote mental well-being, highlighting the importance of community in fostering resilience.

🛌🏼 In our fast-paced, capitalistic society, there's a tendency to equate productivity with value, often neglecting the need for rest. However, allowing ourselves to rest is essential for recovery. Engaging in practices that activate the parasympathetic nervous system, such as deep breathing, meditation, and yoga, can help restore balance and promote healing

🤗 Resilience is not a fixed trait but a dynamic interplay between individual capacity and social support. By recognising the importance of rest, nurturing our bodies, and fostering community connections, we can build and sustain resilience in our lives.

Today is World Mental Health Day 💚A gentle reminder to check in with yourself and those around you. How are you really f...
10/10/2025

Today is World Mental Health Day 💚
A gentle reminder to check in with yourself and those around you. How are you really feeling?

It’s so easy to get caught up in the rush of everyday life, but your mind deserves the same care and rest as your body. Take a walk in nature, journal, breathe deeply, talk to someone you trust — small steps make a big difference 🌿

Let’s keep normalising honest conversations about mental health, not just today but every day. You’re not alone 💛

09/10/2025

A serene escape awaits at our upcoming retreat, where the journey to inner peace and connection unfolds. Experience the transformative power of yoga, sound healing, and community in a breathtaking setting designed for rejuvenation and self-discovery.

Two years of running my own practice ❤️I’ve just updated my profile photo, and it feels like the perfect moment to pause...
09/10/2025

Two years of running my own practice ❤️

I’ve just updated my profile photo, and it feels like the perfect moment to pause and reflect. Two years ago, I left a comfortable NHS job to take a leap of faith — to be my own boss, find balance, and build something that truly feels like me. I could never have imagined the freedom and fulfilment that would follow. I wouldn’t go back for anything.

This journey has also allowed me to pursue another dream — creating wellbeing retreats for women. My love for travel, group therapy, connection and healing all came together in one beautiful vision, and I couldn’t be happier seeing it come to life.

Now, I’m expanding into coaching for professionals who feel stuck, unfulfilled, or ready for change. If you’re craving independence, thinking about a new direction, or simply want to feel happier in your work — let’s talk.

Together, we can explore what truly matters to you and create a career (and life) that lights you up ✨

🍂 5 Ways to Romanticise October & Look After YourselfPumpkin Picking & Decorating 🎃Spend a day at the pumpkin patch, soa...
05/10/2025

🍂 5 Ways to Romanticise October & Look After Yourself

Pumpkin Picking & Decorating 🎃
Spend a day at the pumpkin patch, soak up the crisp autumn air, and bring home your perfect pumpkin to carve or paint—it’s playful, creative, and seasonal.

Treat Yourself to a Cosy Candle 🕯️
Choose a scent like pumpkin spice, cinnamon, or sandalwood. Lighting a candle instantly makes your space feel warm and comforting.

Autumn Walks 🍁
Head outdoors to enjoy crunchy leaves, golden light, and cooler temperatures. A gentle stroll in nature is the best reset.

Film Marathon Night 🎥
Stack up your favourite autumn films (spooky classics or comforting rom-coms), grab blankets, and make popcorn with a seasonal twist (try cinnamon sugar!).

Visit a Local Market 🌽
Pick up seasonal produce—apples, squash, root vegetables—and cook a hearty, nourishing meal. Eating with the season feels extra special.

Which one are you choosing?

03/10/2025

I was deeply saddened to hear of Jane Goodall’s passing. Her life was a testament to curiosity, compassion, courage, and hope — and in this moment of collective grief, I want to share a reflection from my work as a psychotherapist, especially for those of you who often carry the weight of worry.

It’s natural — even human — to worry. We fret about the planet, health, our loved ones, the future. At times it feels like worry is a kind of motion: it gives us the illusion that we’re doing something, that we’re preparing, protecting, predicting. But more often than not, worry is a trap. It doesn’t help us. It drags us deeper into fear, depletes our energy, and leaves us feeling more worn, more numb, more stuck.

In the wake of someone like Jane Goodall — who dedicated her life to connecting with nature- I want to invite you to pause and ask yourself a few simple, powerful questions:

1. What am I worrying about right now?

2. Is there anything I can do about this?

3. Where can I begin?

If you worry about your health: Could you take one small step today? Drink more water? Move a little more? Add one more vegetable to your plate?
If you worry about your parents: Could you call them tonight? Send a message to say you’re thinking of them? Arrange a visit, or carve out 15 minutes of focused, loving attention?
If you worry about bigger global issues: Could you donate, volunteer, join a community group, or simply stay curious and informed without drowning in the headlines?

We won’t banish worry forever — it will visit us again and again. But from time to time we can learn to catch it, turn it into something actionable, or learn to gently release it.

Jane Goodall teaches us that a single person — with patience, persistence, love, and courage — can make a difference. Let your worries, if they must come, become invitations: invitations to care, to act, to pause, to breathe, to connect. Not as a burden, but as a guide toward what matters most.

Rest in peace, Jane Goodall. May we honour your legacy by opening our hearts, caring for our world, and acting with wisdom and kindness.

✨ September recap ✨What a month it’s been… full of ups and downs, little surprises, and big steps forward.I actually sta...
01/10/2025

✨ September recap ✨

What a month it’s been… full of ups and downs, little surprises, and big steps forward.

I actually started the month being ill (as it often happens to me after big excitement 😅). My body seems to wait until I finally slow down to release everything at once. I try to take it as a reminder to pause, listen, and not push myself too much.

There was so much in between — a beautiful event in London for the Polish community with .zak , where I led some art therapy 🎨, and a visit from my mother-in-law, who came to see me perform with my amateur choir in a Beatles show 🎶. That meant the world.

We also had our offer accepted on a house 🏡, which of course means a pile of paperwork… but exciting paperwork! I got new hair done 💇‍♀️ (always a confidence boost ✨), and even squeezed in a little photoshoot session 📸 that made me feel so good.

Wardrobe-wise, I really resisted bringing out my jumpers this year 😅. Luckily, I had a baby shower in Warsaw and was greeted with incredible sunshine ☀️ — I can’t believe just a week ago I was still in a summer dress at 28°C!

Not everything was smooth sailing though… I joined a glamping experience for retreat organisers in Wales. Let’s just say I love nature, tea by the fire, and crisp air… but when it comes to sleeping, I need comfort 😬. The furnace wasn’t working properly, the tent was freezing, and I came home with a cold.

In between all of that, I’ve been busy planning something that makes my heart so full: our retreats abroad in Málaga next year 🇪🇸. A dream coming true, and I can’t wait to share more.

So yes… a month of contrast. Highs and lows. Movement and stillness. Joys and lessons.
October, please be a little gentler ❤️

30/09/2025

Trauma isn’t only in our thoughts. It lives in our bodies. 🌀

I’ve just started a 60h course in Integrative Somatic Trauma Therapy with the American Association Embody Lab . After training in trauma-informed CBT, I knew there was still something missing. CBT works with the mind, but trauma often lingers deeper—in our muscles, breath, and nervous system.

As Bessel van der Kolk says, “the body keeps the score.” That means healing trauma also means working with the body, not just the mind. 🌿


This training is opening my eyes to new ways of supporting people: through movement, grounding, gentle body awareness, and integrating mind and body together for real, lasting healing.

Excited to share more of this journey and bring these tools into my practice—because trauma recovery is not just about thinking differently, but feeling safe in your own skin again. ✨

Our retreat in Málaga next year will be all about resetting your nervous system. Read more information in my BIO ❤️

📺 "Apple Cider Vinegar" – A Must-Watch on Netflix 🍏Just finished watching Apple Cider Vinegar on Netflix, and wow—what a...
24/02/2025

📺 "Apple Cider Vinegar" – A Must-Watch on Netflix 🍏

Just finished watching Apple Cider Vinegar on Netflix, and wow—what a deep dive into the wellness industry! It does a brilliant job of exposing the fine line between genuine health practices and the misleading claims that sometimes take over social media.

I can see why medical doctors find this frustrating. At the same time, I understand why so many coaches and practitioners are out there trying to help with mental and physical health. Not all of it is wrong—I practice yoga, mindfulness, and run retreats myself. But I also spent years studying the human psyche to ensure I provide real, evidence-based guidance.

This documentary is a strong reminder of how easy it is to fall for trends online. Always question, always fact-check—don’t believe everything you see or read.

🎬 Have you watched it? What did you think?

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📚 Book Review: Gabor Maté is one of my favorite psychotherapists, and I’ve always appreciated his deep understanding of ...
15/09/2024

📚 Book Review: Gabor Maté is one of my favorite psychotherapists, and I’ve always appreciated his deep understanding of the mind-body connection. But I have to say, this book was quite a tough read for me. While Maté thoroughly explores the undeniable link between physical and mental health, it wasn’t an easy or particularly engaging read for me. The examples were plentiful, and at times, I felt like once I grasped the main idea, the rest of the book became somewhat repetitive.

The central point is clear: unresolved emotional stress can manifest as physical illness. While important, I don't think I’d recommend this book to a client. In my practice, many of the people I see are already dealing with illness, and it’s not particularly helpful—or ethical—to suggest it’s somehow their fault due to unprocessed emotions or childhood experiences.

That said, this is an important and preventative book. It’s a great read for someone who is new to the mind-body connection or tends to bottle up emotions, especially if they’re starting to experience physical health issues. The book emphasizes how essential it is to manage emotions and maintain a healthy emotional balance to prevent long-term physical damage.

One of my main takeaways was the connection between denial of illness and the body’s ability to fight it. Maté shares compelling research linking a lack of acceptance to worsened health outcomes, such as in the case of melanoma cancer. This really resonates with me, especially since I often use Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) in my work. Maté’s exploration of how denial can prevent the body from activating its defenses made a lot of sense and gave me new insights.

Personally, I found the final chapter, where Maté focuses on what can actually be done, to be the most helpful part of the book. Unfortunately, it was just one chapter in an otherwise dense and somewhat overwhelming text.







Did you know that sleep plays a crucial role in our mental health? 🌙 Recent psychological research shows that adequate s...
12/09/2024

Did you know that sleep plays a crucial role in our mental health? 🌙 Recent psychological research shows that adequate sleep is essential for our overall wellbeing. It affects not only our mood but also our performance and concentration.

I recently listened to the Diary of a CEO podcast, where Steven interviewed Dr. Cheri Mah, an expert in optimizing sleep for athletes. She emphasized how sleep is vital for peak performance and mental clarity. 🏃‍♀️💡




Here are some helpful tips to improve your sleep quality:

💤 Establish a bedtime routine: Create a calming pre-sleep ritual to signal your body it's time to wind down.

💤 Limit screen time: Try to avoid screens at least an hour before bed; the blue light can interfere with your ability to fall asleep.

💤 Create a comfortable sleep environment: Keep your bedroom cool, dark, and quiet to promote better sleep.

💤 Practice mindfulness or meditation: Relax your mind with breathing exercises or meditation before going to bed.

Remember, taking care of your sleep is taking care of your mental health! 🌟 If you're struggling with sleep, consider reaching out to a professional for support.

Sleep well, live well! 💖


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