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Which of these do you recognise?When that cup is full, you might not feel like you need to do much, but sometimes the co...
29/01/2026

Which of these do you recognise?

When that cup is full, you might not feel like you need to do much, but sometimes the coping strategies lean towards being unhelpful - for instance, if you find yourself isolating, "what's the point" kind of thoughts, it can be helpful to explore where that's coming from.

Maybe you notice you're someone who finds meeting this need easier at some points than others, or perhaps you've found it hard.

How do you meet your need for connection? Is there anything you've found helpful?

That feeling at the end of a session...When you don't have to figure it out in your head anymore. When you've got someon...
28/01/2026

That feeling at the end of a session...

When you don't have to figure it out in your head anymore.

When you've got someone who will just listen.

When you feel heard.

When it feels less like it might consume you, and more like you can handle life.

That's part of why I do this.

It's not always instant, or even every session, but knowing that sometimes, this is the feeling, that's worth it.

So this is exciting...On the 9th of February, I'm speaking at MIB Glow! There's a fabulous line up of speakers, and MIB ...
26/01/2026

So this is exciting...

On the 9th of February, I'm speaking at MIB Glow!

There's a fabulous line up of speakers, and MIB are an amazing community supporting Mum's I. Business.

It's one I've personally attended myself from way back before I was a therapist, but in the very first instance, when I was a professional face-painter when my children were small and later when I ran an online gift shop at the start of my journey when I first started studying Psychotherapy 😅

Being that nervous person in the room, I can't wait to be able to give back to that community and share with them, and enjoy this day.

Just a gentle reminder that some of how you respond as an adult can be shaped by what you had to cope with earlier in li...
23/01/2026

Just a gentle reminder that some of how you respond as an adult can be shaped by what you had to cope with earlier in life.

These patterns or behaviours aren't flaws or personality defects, but adaptations to your environment or situations.

Staying alert to other people's emotions can become a form of protection.

Growing awareness isn't about placing blame on your past or the people in it.

It's about understanding yourself with more compassion, kindness and developing your own way of being.

🪴If this resonates, hit share, or go to the link in my bio for resources to work through at your own pace

🪴 If you'd like support exploring your own story - schedule a call to see if we're a good fit 🙂

23/01/2026

Have you heard any of these?

Maybe you've been the one to say them to someone else.

Whilst it can be hard to hear that someone is estranged if you've never experienced anything like that, what can be more helpful are questions to help understand, or gauge whether support is needed.

This might look like:

➡️ That sounds really hard, have you got anyone to talk to about it?
➡️ Have you considered therapy, or do you have a therapist? (This is especially helpful if you don't feel equipped to handle such a big thing)
➡️ I can't imagine what that must be like, but if you ever need some company, I'm here

And likewise, if you're on the receiving end, you may also try just requesting someone listen, without trying to fix, or not talking about it and saving it for therapy if it feels too difficult!



*As ever, these situations are so complex, so these posts are for reflection, inspiration and to touch on the subject, but are never a replacement for individual therapy.

Ever avoided having an awkward conversation? That feeling of discomfort or fear of upsetting someone can be what stops y...
22/01/2026

Ever avoided having an awkward conversation?

That feeling of discomfort or fear of upsetting someone can be what stops you from doing what you really want.

That can leave you feeling held back, or 'stuck'.

Coping strategies often come from unhelpful core beliefs that keep you safe in the 'moment', but sometimes don't align with being yourself! (The most authentic you, not the one worrying about offending people)

Having a space to explore how you feel and what you really want can help shine a light on these situations and even build the skills to sit with discomfort, so you can feel more confident and happier in the long run.

Have you ever just avoided having a conversation to keep the peace?

21/01/2026

Have you ever been estranged from your family?

Chances are if you haven't, you may know someone who is, with over a quarter of Brits in a recent poll saying they do.

Estrangements are often messy, as is seen playing out in a public arena right now, with many different sides to the story.

As a therapist, my job is to ensure that you feel seen, heard and can make whatever choices feel right for you - without all the noise.

If you've been impacted by the news, I have spaces available at the moment to step back and take stock of what's going on in your world.

Soooo many of us learned that being liked or approved of kept things smoother. Easier. Over time, that can quietly turn ...
20/01/2026

Soooo many of us learned that being liked or approved of kept things smoother. Easier. Over time, that can quietly turn into putting yourself last.

Noticing this isn't about becoming uncaring, or selfish. It's about recognising that your worth isn't dependent on keeping everyone happy.

A gentle reminder for your week.

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If this brings something up for you, please know this post isn’t therapy or a replacement for support. If you’d like to explore this further, you’re welcome to book a free introductory call via the link in my bio.


If you're just finding your way to this page, this post is a good place to start 👋🏻 And, if it resonates please save it ...
20/01/2026

If you're just finding your way to this page, this post is a good place to start 👋🏻

And, if it resonates please save it for later, or pass it on to a friend who's been thinking about therapy but isn't sure where to begin. There's no pressure, only if it feels like a good fit.

* Gentle reminder * - Social media can offer insight and reflection, but it's not a substitute for real, human therapeutic support.
Anything I share here is a general overview, designed for inspiration, and is not personalised to your individual experiences or circumstances

19/01/2026

For some people, humour isn't just a fabulous part of their personality, it's also a protective mechanism.

Laughing it off, keeping things light or being the "strong" or "unbothered" one can start as a way to survive early shame, rejection or disappointment.

You don't have to strip all of that away at once. But you can start to notice when you're hiding behind it, and pay attention to what you actually need or want.

Working on starting to feel your feelings and recognising them without having to push them away with support can be really helpful.

Familiar with doing things 'perfectly'? So much of how you respond as an adult is shaped by what you needed to cope with...
14/01/2026

Familiar with doing things 'perfectly'?

So much of how you respond as an adult is shaped by what you needed to cope with earlier on.

Doing things well can become a way of earning safety or approval.

You might feel like your inner perfectionist, or be perfect driver is there steering you, even when you want to relax - these patterns aren't flaws or personality problems though, they're adaptations.

Sometimes you reach a point where what once helped you to feel safe, connected, even loved, can later feel exhausting, restrictive or confusing!

Awareness isn't about blaming the past. Or staying in the past.

It's about understanding yourself with more compassion.

With understanding, you often find change begins.



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🔹I'm here to share mindful insights for your well-being journey. While I
hope this offers a moment of reflection, please remember that this content is for inspiration only and not a substitute for clinical support.

🔹Visit my website for bookings and self-help resources and courses

13/01/2026

Stress and trauma both affect your nervous system, and cause different responses - being able to recognise them, or how you feel in different situations can help you handle things differently, in a way that feels better for you.

Talking things through in therapy sessions can give you a space where you don't have to polish what you're saying, worry about how it comes across, you can just get it out, sort through all the different thoughts and figure out what matters to you.

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