Moorcroft Counselling

10/09/2025

With a su***de every 90 minutes in the UK and Ireland, anything we can do to reduce this is vital. This may be a simple hello, a smile or asking someone how their day is going. Let that person know that they have been seen. Suicidal thoughts can be interrupted. The person suffering may not feel able to 'reach out' so maybe we can 'reach in'.

Changing the narrative means fostering empathy and compassion for those who are struggling. It means understanding that suicidal thoughts and feelings are a sign of immense pain and distress, but talking about suicidal thoughts does not increase their presence or occurrence. It means listening without judgment, offering support, and guiding individuals towards help.

29/07/2025

Therapy isn't meant to be easy, because change and growth isn't easy. Facing and being willing to work through issues is the bravest and kindest thing we can do for ourselves.

01/05/2025

This is a great free opportunity for anybody wanting to combine yoga with the outdoors. Whether you are a regular yogi or interested in giving it a go for the first time.

Yoga offers numerous benefits for both physical and mental well-being. It enhances flexibility, strength, balance, and cardiovascular health, while also promoting stress reduction, improved mood, and better sleep.

🧘 Come and try Park Yoga on Sunday for the very first session in Bowring Park – it’s for everyone!

Times: 9.30am – 10.30am
Dates: starting 4 May and then weekly until 14 September 2025, whatever the weather
No need to book, just bring a mat/towel and a drink

Children and young people can attend, accompanied by an adult

Outdoor yoga combines the power of physical activity and the benefits of spending time in a green, natural space. So come and increase your activity levels, improve your health and wellbeing, and tackle stress and anxiety

For more details go to https://orlo.uk/z0iOk

Funded by The Telford & Wrekin Sports And Recreation Trust

17/04/2025

I am now on Easter break until Tuesday 22nd April. I would like to wish you a very Happy Easter and an enjoyable weekend whatever that looks like for you.

25/02/2025

I have recently added Bupa to my list of insurers who I have become affiliated with. If you are looking for support and hold a Bupa policy, then please do get in touch with myself. I can offer either face-to-face sessions or remote via MS Teams. You can email me at moorcroftcounselling@gmail.com

06/02/2025

We shouldn't need an awareness day to remind us how important it is to talk about our Mental Health but, if it encourages just 1 person, its worth it. You are never alone with what you are thinking or feeling, even though it can often feel that way. Allowing yourself to be vulnerable and speaking to a trusted friend or colleague could not only help you, but it could also help them to share. Today is a perfect day to do that.

16/01/2025

Are you someone who makes and breaks New Years resolutions? It is this time in January when the majority have already been broken, so you are not alone. What I favour are 'New Day' resolutions. Taking 1 day at a time in order to make change is a lot more realistic and achievable. So, all is certainly not lost, just have a rethink and set a goal for tomorrow.

20/12/2024

I would like to take this opportunity to wish all my clients and followers a very Merry Christmas. I hope that you have some quality time with friends and family alongside scheduling some for yourself.

I am now out of my practice until Monday 6th January.

10/10/2024

It is World Mental Health day today and we shouldn't need a reminder to check in with ourselves and our Mental Health, but life often takes over, so we do. Have that conversation with yourself today, how are you? What do you need? Then if you are doing OK, why not extend that question to a family member, friend or colleague

03/10/2024

If you have ever been accused of being 'Selfish' for taking time for yourself, or for putting boundaries in place, consider this more healthier perspective:-

Self Love means 'I am going to love myself and not make it anyone else's job'.
Setting boundaries means 'I am going to get my own needs met and I am not going to expect others to do it for me'.

I think this is really powerful and challenges the negative connotations that the word 'Selfish' holds in modern society. It highlights the importance of looking after ourselves first and taking responsibility for our own wellbeing.

I would recommend the book that this was taken from, 'The Joy of Being Selfish' by Michelle Elman.

10/09/2024

Talking about suicidal feelings can feel insurmountable, but if you could find the strength and courage to talk to somebody, it may just save your life.

Would you share these numbers far and wide? 💛 you could save a life!

24/06/2024

June is Men's Mental Health Awareness Month so I wanted to share the below organisation with you. Established by a Mum who lost her son to su***de and wanted to give Men a safe space in which to talk. They run weekly groups across the UK as well as online.

https://andysmanclub.co.uk/who-we-are/

Our talking groups are for ANY man 18+. Whether you’re having a bad day, bad week or bad month, we’re here for you every Monday 7-9PM (except bank holidays). ❤️

There’s no booking, fees or registration. Just turn up to one of our 190+ locations nationwide or drop us an email to info@andysmanclub.co.uk to join online. 👌