The Dorset Practice

31/08/2025

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👶✨ Expecting a little bundle in November or December?
Get ready with our October Antenatal Classes!
Whether you're counting down the weeks or just hit your third trimester, this is the perfect time to prepare for birth, baby, and beyond.

Run by a local NHS midwife working across all areas of maternity, ready to answer any questions and talk you through what to expect.

🍼 What you’ll learn:
✅ Labour & birth essentials
✅ Pain relief options & birth planning
✅ Breastfeeding & newborn care
✅ Postpartum recovery & emotional wellness
✅ Support for partners too!

Let’s make sure you feel calm, confident, and ready to welcome your baby. 💛

Book your spot now at

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/daisy-may-birth-prep-classes-tickets-1645305044679?aff=oddtdtcreator

28/03/2025

Dreams are the royal road to the unconscious, so said Freud. Join this group to learn more about your own dreams from an experienced and knowledgeable dream worker. To find out more, get in touch.

08/03/2025

International Women’s Day 2025

Here’s to strong women: May we know them; May we be them; May we raise them

21/12/2024

We're passionate about supporting & encouraging counsellors in their training journey.

We are currently taking on a few new placement counsellors. If you are interested, get in touch for more information.

We are conveniently located in Old Town, Poole.

Enquiry@thedorsetpractice.co.uk

03/03/2024

14/02/2024

Why love matters

Love matters for humans on a profound level because it fulfills fundamental emotional, psychological, and even physiological needs.

Firstly, love provides a sense of belonging and connection. Humans are social beings, and forming deep emotional bonds with others fosters a sense of community and support, which is crucial for overall well-being. Love strengthens relationships, whether familial, romantic, or platonic, creating a network of support during both joyful and challenging times.

Secondly, love contributes to emotional stability and mental health. Feeling loved and valued boosts self-esteem and reduces feelings of loneliness and isolation. It provides a sense of security and comfort, allowing individuals to navigate life's uncertainties with greater resilience. Research has shown that people in loving relationships tend to experience lower levels of stress and anxiety.

Furthermore, love enhances physical health. Positive emotions associated with love, such as happiness and contentment, have been linked to lower blood pressure, reduced risk of heart disease, and strengthened immune function. Moreover, the act of expressing love through physical affection, such as hugging or kissing, releases oxytocin, often referred to as the "love hormone," which promotes bonding and feelings of trust.

So a very happy Valentine’s Day to everyone, from us at The Dorset Practice ❤️

17/01/2024

We’re proud to support BCHA and their customers in this initiative. 😊

🤝In collaboration with The Dorset Practice and backed by funding from the Government's Rough Sleeping Initiative, we're proud to offer FREE counselling sessions for people at risk of homelessness or repeated rough sleeping and dedicated staff working in these crucial areas.

📆 January - March 2024
📍St Pauls, Dorset Lodge, Lansdowne Gardens & more in BCP
🧕Sessions are allocated on a first-come, first-serve basis

✉️To refer, contact hannahbrightman@bcha.org.uk or maxwellbetts@bcha.org.uk.
✉️For general enquiries, contact chrisshaw@bcha.org.uk.

💙Together, let's create positive change and empower those who need it most.
BCP Council Homelessness Partnership BCP

11/11/2023

❤️ so important! ❤️

10/11/2023

Nicole has a few spaces available. She’s a warm, supportive and caring counsellor who will work with you to grow and achieve your goals.

10/11/2023

Trauma, often resulting from distressing events, can have profound impacts on individuals, affecting their mental and emotional well-being.

However, within the realm of adversity lies the concept of post-traumatic growth, wherein individuals not only cope with trauma but also experience personal development and resilience. Counselling plays a pivotal role in this transformative process by providing a supportive space for individuals to explore their experiences, express emotions, and develop coping mechanisms.

With the support of a counsellor, the journey from trauma to post-traumatic growth is collaborative, supportive, and facilitates healing and personal growth.

The Dorset Practice offers low cost counselling from £25 per session (50 mins)

22/10/2023

You will rise back up again, just as the season always does... 🧡