Staines Counselling

24/07/2025

This gold badge shows that I have undertaken further training in trauma informed practice with Thrive LDN.

24/07/2025

I'm supporting which is today, 24th July.
'It's time to stop whispering about su***de and start shouting about saving lives'

24 July is because we’re here to listen 24/7. Samaritans is the charity that prevents su***de through the power of human connection. ...

16/07/2025

11/07/2025

How are you doing in the heatwave? Please be aware that certain medication e.g some SSRI anti-depressants can affect how the body deals with heat. Contact your GP or pharmacist for advice.

Medications can affect the body's ability to regulate temperature, especially in hot weather. Make sure you:

💧 stay hydrated
🧊 keep cool
👩‍⚕️ consult a doctor or pharmacist if you have questions

Find out more on our blog post: https://ukhsa.blog.gov.uk/2025/07/10/why-some-people-suffer-more-than-others-during-heatwaves/

10/07/2025

“I am large, I contain multitudes” (from ‘Song of Myself’ by Walt Whitman).

People rarely experience emotions one at a time – and sometimes what we feel can seem contradictory. It’s a normal part of being human – embrace your complexity 💙

10/07/2025

I use therapeutic cards like these beautifully painted emotions cards from The Counsellors Corner on to help clients to talk about their thoughts, feelings and experiences within the safety of the therapy room.

07/07/2025

My clients often start counselling feeling disconnected from themselves and others. By encouraging them to notice physical sensations, I help adults and children to feel more connected to themselves and to start to live more in the present.

06/07/2025

If you're an adult or child struggling with your mental health, call NHS 111.

If you are in crisis, or concerned about a family member or loved one, call 111 and select the mental health option to speak to a trained mental health professional.

You'll be guided by trained NHS staff with next steps, such as organising face-to-face community support or getting you access to alternative services, such as crisis cafés or safe havens which provide a place for people to stay as an alternative to A&E or hospital admission.

Call 999 if there is a serious risk to life.

➡️nhs.uk/mental-health

05/07/2025

Welcome to my therapy room. I think the jasmine plant outside the front door is enjoying the heatwave more than I am!

04/07/2025

Attending your first counselling session can be really daunting, especially if you haven't had counselling before. Here is a little guide to what generally happens in the first session.

04/07/2025

30/06/2025

Being seen, heard and accepted in the therapy room can help us move towards greater self-acceptance and self-compassion.