Emily Cook Counselling

30/01/2026

This pretty much sums up the therapy I had in my teens.... dealing with teen angst- I then found out why it was there in the therapy I've had as an adult. Now that wasn't to say it wasn't invaluable to have the "mean girls" space as a teen, it really was. I just wasn't ready to go any further at that time. And that's okay.
I remember the therapist I had as a teen- I remember feeling annoyed by her. As I'm now a therapist, I think it's fair to say she inspired me, because even though I was a moody little cow, and probably threw out some personal comments at times, she showed up regardless and made space to be annoyed. I now see this through a different lens- it was exactly what I needed at the time. That being said- it probably also informed me- that working with adults is the right path for me as a therapist.

29/01/2026

Catching up with magazine

The lead article covers- the tech revolution- how tech impacts human behaviour and relationships

Like it or not- tech is here and it's here to stay. As a younger therapist, it's something I'm probably more comfortable with. I'm aware of the balance between relieving isolation and reaching out to tech such as an AI chat bot, alongside the associated problems this might cause.
So as psychotherapy and how I practice is a human endeavour, how can I embrace technology's presence and demands for how I work to incorporate technology? I guess this Instagram page is my way of engaging with technology by providing information in the form of "entertainment", there's more of a human element- as what I'm writing is written by me- not AI. I don't use any AI in my work, including admin. I've considered it, and have decided it's not for me in its current form.
I recently attended a course run by (the author of the article), on the subject of how to ethically integrate technology into the work. Even by working online and having a social media presence, I'm bending the frame to accept technology. However, am I ready for AI? Not yet. But I can see how it has a place- when used with caution.

25/01/2026

23/01/2026

The ick factor- when you sit with uncomfortable feelings.
Just because it's uncomfortable and icky doesn't mean it's not okay to go there.

22/01/2026

The body is not a problem to be solved, it's a message to be heard

21/01/2026

Let the moon 🌑 🌝🌙🌓🌕🌒🌛
Remind us that we're still whole no matter what phase we're in

21/01/2026

I did this course last year, it was brilliant

Discover how a healthy gut boosts your mind and body in this 6-week online course with science-backed strategies for everyday life.

20/01/2026

Hurkle-Durkle
To lounge around in bed long after it's time to get up

16/01/2026

Okay the 2016 ➡️ 2026 trend got me...
Here I am thinking how is that 10 years!

2026
- I'm living 2016 me's dream!👩🏼‍🎓🏡🧑‍🧑‍🧒💆🏼‍♀️🕰️👩🏼‍🏫👶🏼✈️

In 2016
-It's the year I started my PGDip in Psychotherapeutic Counselling 😱
- it's the year I went to Mexico 🇲🇽 (photo 2) a last bit of travelling before committing to study
- I took a pile of books with me and tried to get to grips with philosophy- I'm not ashamed to admit- I didn't get it. I felt lost.
- I had the freedom of time to go out out! And go to the gym 4x a week
- I drove miles and miles each week to make life work
- I had 3x jobs and studied part time
-my cat was an only child 🐈‍⬛ RIP bob 🪦
- it was the year I started wearing glasses 🤓 for distance vision

2026 me is grateful for 2016 me putting in the hours and effort, so life can be gentle and calm.

16/01/2026

My latest read....
The courage to be disliked
A single book can change your life
By Ichiro Kishimi and Fumitake Koga

15/01/2026

When I opened the tin of paint for the feature wall in my office- I was worried it was too much- I remember saying to the decorator "oh that's very green" it wasn't quite as I imagined- but now it's on the wall and 3 years later, I'm so glad I went with it and trusted it was right for the room.

I went through the other green things I've chosen- my branding (it used to be purple), my door, my notebook, a sofa.....

14/01/2026

Not all storms come to disrupt your life, some clear a path