Brain Matters Counselling

01/06/2026

Very excited to be able to announce that I am now able to offer in person sessions as off 8th June (Monday's only). Thanks to the hair and beauty company for renting me a room. They are situated at Ben's yard, which is near Ely on route to Soham (A142).

30/04/2026

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15/04/2026

Ever wanted to undertake EMDR training, but felt put off by all the hoops you have to jump through?

At The Counselling Academy, we believe EMDR training should be accessible to therapists — because of the real, life-changing benefits it can offer clients.

Our live EMDR training in Suffolk is designed to give you hands-on experience, real client practice, and the confidence to start integrating EMDR into your work straight away — without unnecessary barriers.

If this feels like the right next step for you, take a look here:

Join our live EMDR training and gain hands-on experience in trauma therapy. Learn how to apply EMDR techniques effectively, enhance client healing, and earn your certification. Perfect for therapists seeking practical, expert-led EMDR training.

02/04/2026

Trauma doesn’t always look the way people expect it to.

It’s not just what happened — it’s how the mind and body learned to adapt in order to survive.

Sometimes trauma looks like anxiety, always being on edge or unable to relax.

Sometimes it looks like emotional numbness, feeling disconnected or “flat.”

It can show up as overthinking, people-pleasing, avoiding situations, or struggling to trust others.

For some, it’s being constantly busy to avoid feeling.

For others, it’s feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or unable to move forward.

What we often label as “difficult behaviour” or “self-sabotage” is, in many cases, protection.

These responses made sense at the time. They served a purpose.

But healing is about gently helping the mind and body realise that the danger has passed — and that new ways of coping are possible.

If this resonates, you’re not alone — and support is available.

At BrainMatters Counselling, we offer a safe, compassionate space to explore your experiences at your own pace.

26/02/2026

Psychotherapeutic counselling goes beyond simply talking about problems. It looks at how past experiences, emotions, and patterns may still be influencing your thoughts, relationships, and behaviours today.

It’s a supportive, confidential space to explore what’s really going on beneath the surface — helping you gain insight, develop healthier coping strategies, and create meaningful, lasting change.

There’s no “one size fits all” approach. Therapy is tailored to you, working at your pace, with the aim of helping you feel more grounded, empowered, and able to move forward in life.

Taking the first step can feel daunting — but it can also be the beginning of real change.

20/02/2026

08/02/2026

Are you a qualified counsellor at Level 4 or above with a minimum of 100 practice hours?

If so, this could be the course for you.

I’ve completed this training myself and found it incredibly valuable — it has genuinely enhanced my practice. The course equips you with everything you need to begin using EMDR at an advanced level straight away, alongside ongoing support should you need it.

If you’re unable to attend the Suffolk training, we’re also offering this course in Kent, Yorkshire, Scotland, Devon, and other locations across the UK.

https://courses.thecounsellingacademy.com/courses/suffolk_may_26

07/01/2026

Do you know what EMDR is?

18/10/2025

For some people self care is going for a spa or something relaxing. For me its getting new ink done 😊