Soul Tonic Counselling

23/03/2026

As a new week begins, I hope you give yourself permission to ease into it.
You don’t have to have everything figured out today.
You don’t have to arrive with energy or clarity or motivation.
Just arriving is enough.

A new week can be a soft reset—
a chance to breathe, to notice what you need,
to move at a pace that feels kind to your mind and body.
Maybe this week brings small moments of relief.
Maybe it offers a quiet win, a gentle surprise,
or simply a little more space than you expected.
Whatever comes, I hope you meet it with compassion for yourself, & the understanding that you’re allowed to take things one moment at a time 💚

Self love can be taking time out for you, so if it feels like the right time for you to focus on you & to explore your feelings & emotions and any challenges or concerns you may have, why not get in touch with me for a free 15 minute chat to see how we could work together.

Call or text me on:
07493 461180
Email me at: SoulTonic.Counselling@hotmail.com
https://www.soultoniccounselling.co.uk/

18/03/2026

This week is Neurodiversity Celebration Week, & a theme that’s in the spot light is Social Masking.

Social masking can involve changing how you speak, forcing eye contact, mirroring others’ behaviour, or hiding natural responses in order to fit in with social expectations.

While this can help people navigate social situations, doing it consistently can be exhausting & may contribute to burnout & mental health challenges.

Other symptoms & outcomes of social masking are:
*Anxiety – fear of being “found out” or judged
*Low mood or depression – from feeling like you can’t be your real self.
*Emotional disconnection – difficulty identifying what you truly feel vs what you perform.
*Loss of identity – “Who am I really?”
*People-pleasing patterns – prioritising others’ comfort over your own needs.
*Low self-worth – feeling like your authentic self isn’t acceptable.
*Difficulty with vulnerability – fear of dropping the mask.
*Resentment or loneliness – even when surrounded by people.

It can affect you Physically & impact your Nervous System:
* Chronic stress – always being “on”
* Fatigue – especially after social interactions
* Sensory overwhelm (for neurodivergent individuals)

Masking isn’t “bad” — it’s often a learned survival strategy.
The goal isn’t to remove it completely, but to:
* create safe spaces to unmask
* build self-acceptance
* develop relationships where authenticity feels possible

By talking about masking, will help build a greater understanding & create spaces where neurodivergent people feel safe to be themselves 💚

https://www.soultoniccounselling.co.uk/

23/02/2026

If it feels like the right time for you to focus on you & to explore your feelings & emotions and any challenges or concerns you may have, why not get in touch with me for a free 15 minute chat to see how we could work together.

Call or text me on:
07493 461180
Email me at: SoulTonic.Counselling@hotmail.com
https://www.soultoniccounselling.co.uk/

19/02/2026

How do you know you’re burnt out?

Burnout is your soul asking for silence
If you can relate to any of these thoughts your body maybe warning you that you need rest.
“I’m tired... but I don’t know why.”
“I’m doing everything right... yet something feels off.”
“Why am I putting things off”
“Why can’t I sleep when I’m exhausted”

Thoughts like these is your inner world saying:
I need space to breathe
I need fewer expectations & more alignment
I need pauses, not just productivity
I need to be heard, not pushed to do more.

Giving yourself the gift of silence & rest isn’t laziness - It’s regulation!

When you don’t listen to the signals your body is giving you, it starts speaking louder—
through exhaustion, irritability, emotional numbness, or disconnection & in some instances can force you to stop through illness.

If your counting down the hours until this weekend, because this week as been too much - why not give yourself the gift of rest & relaxation this weekend, carve time out for you to do something you enjoy that will help you recharge & reset 💚

If it feels like the right time for you to focus on you & to explore your feelings & emotions and any challenges or concerns you may have, why not get in touch with me for a free 15 minute chat to see how we could work together.

Call or text me on:
07493 461180
Email me at: SoulTonic.Counselling@hotmail.com
https://www.soultoniccounselling.co.uk/

17/02/2026

17/02/2026

The four happy hormones are always on your side: dopamine for motivation, serotonin for balance, oxytocin for love, endorphins for joy. Nourish them & watch your world shift. They’re often talked about together, but each one has its own personality…

❤️ Oxytocin — The Bonding Hormone
Deeply tied to trust, connection, & emotional closeness.

😊 Dopamine — The Reward Chemical
Fuels motivation, focus, & that satisfying “I did it” feeling!

🏃 Endorphins — The Natural Painkillers
Released during exercise, laughter, & even spicy food! Reduce pain & create a light, euphoric feeling.

👍 Serotonin — The Mood Stabiliser
Helps regulate mood, sleep, digestion, & overall emotional balance.

Which one do you experience the most and in what way? Let me know in the comments 💚

14/02/2026

Self-love isn’t about perfection. It’s about offering yourself the same patience, care, and understanding you give to others.

This Valentine’s Day, may you treat yourself the way you treat those you love ♥️
Your relationship with yourself sets the tone for every other relationship in your life.
Don’t forget you are deserving of love from others & from yourself 💚

Self love can be taking time out for you, so if it feels like the right time for you to focus on you & to explore your feelings & emotions and any challenges or concerns you may have, why not get in touch with me for a free 15 minute chat to see how we could work together.

Call or text me on:
07493 461180
Email me at: SoulTonic.Counselling@hotmail.com
https://www.soultoniccounselling.co.uk/

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09/02/2026

This week is Children’s Mental Health Week

This year’s theme is ‘This is My Place’. Organised by this initiative focuses on fostering a sense of belonging, safety, & community for children to improve their emotional wellbeing. Schools, families, & communities can access free resources, including assembly guides & activity packs, to support this theme. 

You can find free resources at this link:
https://www.childrensmentalhealthweek.org.uk/resources/

Our children can feel very strong & intense emotions & feelings that they don’t always know how to deal with & move past. With the work I do with young people, it’s also extremely common that that they don’t know how to communicate these feelings, they struggle to label them or give them a name, but they can always tell you where in their bodies they feel them.

Using visual tools like a ‘Feelings Wheel’ and ‘Mood cards’ can help children & young people identify what they are feeling & help them open up to explore why.

If you are a young person who would like to talk about your struggles & feelings or your a parent of a young person who is struggling, contact me at the below & we can have a chat about how counselling sessions could help (I work with children from 11+yrs) 💚

Call or text me on:
07493 461180
Email me at: SoulTonic.Counselling@hotmail.com
https://www.soultoniccounselling.co.uk/

05/02/2026

Today is Time to Talk Day

What is Time to Talk Day? It is the nation’s biggest mental health conversation. It’s a day for all of us to come together to talk, listen, & change lives.

Why is talking important?
Speaking openly and honestly can be a powerful first step toward better mental health — it truly can save lives! When we talk about what we’re going through, it helps break down stigma and makes it easier for people to reach out for support.
Even now, there are moments when our experiences feel overwhelming or too heavy to put into words, & that’s exactly when talking can make the biggest difference.

Behind every window is a story you may never see and a weight someone might be quietly carrying. We rarely know the full picture of what others are going through.
Today is a reminder that you don’t need to be an expert to listen — sometimes simply showing up is enough. One conversation won’t fix everything, but it can remind someone that they don’t have to face their behind‑the‑scenes struggles on their own 💚

If it feels like the right time for you to focus on you & to explore your feelings & emotions and any challenges or concerns you may have, why not get in touch with me for a free 15 minute chat to see how we could work together.

Call or text me on:
07493 461180
Email me at: SoulTonic.Counselling@hotmail.com
https://www.soultoniccounselling.co.uk/


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04/02/2026

Today is World Cancer Day. This year’s theme is “United by Unique.” It defines the crucial role of personalised, patient-centered care in the fight against cancer. It highlights the importance of adapting cancer treatments to cater to the unique needs of each individual.

As a Counsellor, I work with people living with cancer & their family’s. Getting a diagnosis and adapting your life is an extremely difficult & distressing experience. Having the space to talk about your worries & fears without feeling you’re a burden to your family & friends can really help you navigate life with cancer.

Counselling gives you the time & space to just be you.

My heart goes out to everyone who is living with cancer 💚

02/02/2026

If it feels like the right time for you to focus on you & to explore your feelings & emotions and any challenges or concerns you may have, why not get in touch with me for a free 15 minute chat to see how we could work together.

I’m offering a 10% discount on a block booking of 6x in person face to face sessions 💚

Call or text me on:
07493 461180
Email me at: SoulTonic.Counselling@hotmail.com
https://www.soultoniccounselling.co.uk/

27/01/2026

Recognising your feelings is essential for mental health, emotional regulation, & better decision-making. It transforms raw emotions into useful information, allowing you to understand your needs, build stronger relationships, & respond to situations constructively rather than reacting impulsively.
Failing to recognise feelings can lead to increased stress, anxiety, or harmful outbursts. 

💚 Improves Emotional Regulation: Identifying emotions helps you manage them, allowing you to calm down or adjust behaviors rather than feeling overwhelmed.
💚 Enhances Decision-Making: When you are in tune with your emotions, you can make more rational, less impulsive, & better-informed decisions.
💚 Boosts Mental Health & Resilience: Acknowledging feelings reduces the likelihood of suppressing them, which can prevent long-term mental health struggles.
💚 Builds Better Relationships: Recognising your own emotions allows for clearer communication, better conflict resolution, & increased empathy for others. 

By understanding your emotions, you gain a deeper understanding of yourself, which leads to improved emotional well-being. 

If it feels like the right time for you to focus on you & to explore your feelings & emotions and any challenges or concerns you may have, why not get in touch with me for a free 15 minute chat to see how we could work together.

Call or text me on:
07493 461180
Email me at: SoulTonic.Counselling@hotmail.com
https://www.soultoniccounselling.co.uk/