Liberty Talking Therapy

16/01/2026

Being a therapist is am amazing privilege that I don't take lightly.
Recently there have been a few topics that have appeared that feel different, new, more relevant than they were when I qualified so many years ago.
The latest blog explores one of these
Hope you enjoy

There’s a quiet belief many people bring into therapy that they often don’t realise.I need fixing.I need improving.I need to become someone better than I am.It often arrives dressed up as motivation, self-awareness, or personal growth. On the surface, it can sound hopeful. But underneath, there....

07/01/2026

I am often asked if I know what would make a good counsellor and that's quite an loaded question and one suspect comes from a sense of not being good enough.

My latest blog, I hope, helps to explore this in a little more depth, one that will reassure those that are either hesitant to begin or questioning whether to continue learning.

Check it out here:

Training to be a counsellor is a big decision.For many people, it isn’t just about learning skills or gaining a qualification. It’s about stepping into something that feels meaningful, challenging, and deeply personal. It’s about wondering whether you’re right for the work; and whether the t...

05/01/2026

Newsletter January 2026 Includes Contents Welcome to Training By Liberty 2026 3 Your Training Pathway with Training by Liberty 4 🌱 Introduction to Counselling 5 🎓 Certificate in Counselling Skills 6 🧠 Counselling Practitioner Diploma 7 🌿 Professional Certificate in Counselling Pract...

19/12/2025

Supervision is often described in practical terms, but its relational impact is just as important.
This piece explores what supervision can be when it is steady, ethical, and human.

I have recently left Spill, an online therapy company where I worked as a supervisor for nearly five years.Leaving has been one of the most difficult and humbling professional experiences of my career.Not because the work ended badly – quite the opposite – but because I suddenly realised I was s...

12/12/2025

Starting therapy can feel daunting.

So many people worry they need to explain themselves well, know where to begin, or arrive with a clear plan.

You don’t.

A first therapy session isn’t a test. It’s a gentle conversation, taken at your pace. Some people talk a lot, some are quieter, some cry, some don’t. All of it is welcome.

We’ve shared a new blog on what really happens in a first therapy session — to help take some of the mystery (and pressure) out of starting.

👉 Read here: https://www.libertytalkingtherapy.com/post/what-happens-in-the-first-therapy-session

Sometimes the first step is simply allowing yourself to be heard.

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Starting therapy can feel daunting. Even if you’ve thought about it for a long time, that first session often comes with nerves, questions, and a sense of “What am I supposed to do or say?”If you’re wondering what really happens in a first therapy session, this post is for you.There’s no t...

03/12/2025

Check out my first professional blog!! What to look for when starting therapy. I hope it's helpful to people who are searching for something and thinking that counselling might be the thing they need

Every person who goes to my website helps to support the business and it is hugely appreciated

Starting therapy is a big step, and it’s completely natural to feel unsure about where to begin. Many people wonder what therapy will be like, how to choose the right therapist, or whether it will actually help. The truth is: choosing to seek support is already a meaningful act of care for yoursel...

22/08/2025

✨ ADHD is finally being talked about more – and thank goodness!

But… late diagnosis is still so often dismissed. And that dismissal hurts. It isn’t just annoying – it can feel like rejection in the body. 💔

RSD (Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria) is real.
It’s the echo of all the times we were told we were:
❌ too much
❌ too direct
❌ too difficult

We don’t choose to react that way – and believe me, I work hard to accept those parts of me. But it’s not a choice.

🌟 The upside?
Many of us with ADHD are deeply empathic, and we pick up on the “vibe” of others instantly. That’s my superpower as a therapist.

And as a teacher of therapists, I get to model that acceptance – reminding others that their neuro-spiciness isn’t a flaw… it’s what makes them brilliant. 💡

03/08/2025

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29/07/2025

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21/07/2025

If you find yourself needing to catch up with supervision hours to ensure you meet registering body requirements but your supervisor is not always available then let me help. Contributer to the NCPS Good Practice Guide to Supervision Catherine can help. Email catherine@libertytalking.com and let’s have a chat about your needs

11/07/2025

So excited for the new academic year.
We are filling up fast but have a couple of places left
NCPS Quality Checked: Certificate in Counselling Skills beginning 10th September in Rochford - register here https://forms.gle/CtviDP4ARAaxVwfx7

Professional Qualification in Counselling: NCPS Accredited Counselling Practitioner Diploma (Level 4 equivalent) beginning 9th September in Rochford https://forms.gle/b8syHiFbRuce17KJ9

Advanced Specialism in Working with Children and Young People
NCPS Advanced Practitioner Status
beginning 15th September in Rochford, intense learning that's a must if you work with Children and young people https://forms.gle/MSULJGvsWuf4N7zm9

Training by Liberty prides itself on the depth of learning and passion for teaching that our learners experience. Our learners tell us that we have something special here at Liberty so why not come and check us out
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19/06/2025

SAFEGUARDING TRAINING FOR COUNSELLORS: Still a few places left for our Understanding Safeguarding Legislation CPD on Saturday 21st June in Rochford. Taught by a highly experienced DSL and teacher this will really add understanding to your practice and help you feel more sure of the process

£80 or reduced for counselling students to £60
To sign up please complete the form here https://forms.gle/vvvNnDTitjuyfi3Y9 or email info@trainingbyliberty.com

You won't regret it

Please complete this form to register for this valuable CPD held face to face in our Rochford Training Space