Lisa Waker - Counsellor & Mindset Coach

Lisa Waker - Counsellor & Mindset Coach My name is Lisa Waker, I am a counsellor who is passionate about helping and supporting others. I he I

๐•Ž๐•†๐•Ž ๐•Ž๐•†๐•Ž ๐•Ž๐•†๐•Ž โœจ๏ธI can't even begin to express how special this was ๐ŸฅฐFrom start to finish the  was beyond kind and patient ...
20/06/2025

๐•Ž๐•†๐•Ž ๐•Ž๐•†๐•Ž ๐•Ž๐•†๐•Ž โœจ๏ธ

I can't even begin to express how special this was ๐Ÿฅฐ

From start to finish the was beyond kind and patient โœจ๏ธ it wasn't just a reformer pilates session it was a connection with mind, body and soul ๐Ÿ™

It's so important that we take this time out for ourselves, I already feel lighter and more energised โœจ๏ธ

Make yourself a priority โ˜บ๏ธ I know easier said than done sometimes but even 10 minutes focused on your own needs will make a difference ๐Ÿ˜˜

I can't wait to practice what I've been taught and can't wait to go back to this special beautiful space with an amazing teacher โœจ๏ธ

๐•‹๐•™๐•– ๐”ธ๐•—๐•ฅ๐•–๐•ฃ๐•ž๐•’๐•ฅ๐•™ ๐• ๐•— ๐”ผ๐•ฉ๐•’๐•ž ๐•Š๐•–๐•’๐•ค๐• ๐•Ÿ!! ๐Ÿ˜ฎโ€๐Ÿ’จโœจI've received a few messages from worried parents about their child's mental health a...
13/06/2025

๐•‹๐•™๐•– ๐”ธ๐•—๐•ฅ๐•–๐•ฃ๐•ž๐•’๐•ฅ๐•™ ๐• ๐•— ๐”ผ๐•ฉ๐•’๐•ž ๐•Š๐•–๐•’๐•ค๐• ๐•Ÿ!! ๐Ÿ˜ฎโ€๐Ÿ’จโœจ

I've received a few messages from worried parents about their child's mental health and the pressure of exams ๐Ÿ˜ž It can be such a worrying time!

๐ŸŒค๏ธ After the Exams: What Our Children Need Most Now Isnโ€™t a Result โ€” Itโ€™s Reassurance

As exam season winds down, you might expect a sigh of relief from our children. And for some, yesโ€”itโ€™s a time to exhale. But for many others, the quiet after the storm can feel uncertain, even heavy.

Now that the exams are done, hereโ€™s what our children might be carrying:

๐Ÿ˜ฐAnxiety about results: โ€œWhat if I failed?โ€

๐Ÿ˜ขComparison with peers: โ€œEveryone else did better than me.โ€

๐Ÿ˜ฎโ€๐Ÿ’จEmotional exhaustion: โ€œI donโ€™t even know how to feel right now.โ€

๐ŸคทA sense of anti-climax: โ€œWas all that pressure even worth it?โ€

Even when exams are over, the impact often lingers. This is a crucial time for us, as parents and carers, to tune in closelyโ€”not to results, but to our childrenโ€™s emotional wellbeing.

What does support look like now?

Give them space to rest without expectation. Recovery matters.

๐ŸฅณCelebrate the effort, not the outcome. Try saying:

โ€œYou showed up, you tried your best, and thatโ€™s enough.โ€

Avoid overanalysing the exams. What's done is doneโ€”ruminating only feeds anxiety.

Resist the urge to compare. Every childโ€™s journey is their own.

Reaffirm their worth. Remind them they are loved, valued, and whole, regardless of what the envelope says when results arrive.

They donโ€™t need pressure now. They need presence.

They may feel overwhelmed right now and processing it can bring about all the emotions that they have stored while trying to get through this stressful time.

Letโ€™s remind our children that they are more than gradesโ€”and always have been.

๐ŸŒฟ Rest is not laziness. Itโ€™s healing. And our children have earned it ๐Ÿฅฐ

xx Lisa xx

๐•€ โ„•๐”ผ๐”ผ๐”ป ๐•๐•†๐•Œ โ„๐”ผ๐•ƒโ„™ ๐Ÿ™๐Ÿ’™You may or may not know that I am one of the counsellors for an amazing charity  ๐Ÿ’™ They provide suppor...
09/06/2025

๐•€ โ„•๐”ผ๐”ผ๐”ป ๐•๐•†๐•Œ โ„๐”ผ๐•ƒโ„™ ๐Ÿ™๐Ÿ’™

You may or may not know that I am one of the counsellors for an amazing charity ๐Ÿ’™

They provide support for those that have been impacted by Trauma and Grief ๐Ÿ˜” the care and compassion that they show to others while navigating their own loss is nothing short of inspiring โœจ๏ธ

THIS IS WHERE I NEED YOU ๐Ÿ™

Jessfest, a festival to celebrate Jesse' birthday is being held on Saturday 21st of June at the Penygraig Rugby Ground ๐Ÿ‰ this event is not only an event to celebrate Jesse but also to raise money so that this charity can continue to help provide counselling support, group sessions and events to help those impacted by Grief and Trauma.

It would be amazing if you could come along and support while also having an amazing time BUT even if you can't make it why not buy a ticket knowing that your money goes to helping someone who may not be able to pay for counselling or support?

If you can make it then you won't be disappointed, if it's anything like last year it was a day filled with love and laughter ๐Ÿ’™

To buy tickets head over to their insta page ๐Ÿ™Œ

๐•Ž๐•™๐•ช ๐••๐•š๐•• ๐•€ ๐•ค๐•ฅ๐•’๐•ช? ๐Ÿ˜ขThis is a sensitive subject so please be mindful if you are reading this ๐ŸฅฐWorking closely with someone ...
27/05/2025

๐•Ž๐•™๐•ช ๐••๐•š๐•• ๐•€ ๐•ค๐•ฅ๐•’๐•ช? ๐Ÿ˜ข

This is a sensitive subject so please be mindful if you are reading this ๐Ÿฅฐ

Working closely with someone who has experienced abuse of any nature, whether it's being controlled, being verbally abused, physically abused, financially abused or sexually abused, this question usually comes up 'Why did I stay?' (If they had the means to leave - not everyone does)

The short answer is very simple โ€ฆ.

โ„๐•†โ„™๐”ผ

You stayed because you were hopeful, you were looking for that glimmer of light from the person who had the control, hoping that they would change their behaviour, that they would become the person that you met.

Very often I hear the words 'naรฏve' 'gullible' or 'stupid' to have not seen the behaviour change and therefore fearful of future relationships being the same BUT through therapy they can see that they are NOT defined by that relationship and that there is โ„๐•†โ„™๐”ผ โœจ (One of my favourite words)

If this is you then please be kind to yourself, life is tough enough without shaming or blaming yourself.

DM me if you have questions or want to explore working together. Iโ€™m here when youโ€™re ready ๐Ÿฅฐโœจ

xx Lisa xx

20/04/2025

A day of mixed emotions ๐Ÿพ๐Ÿ’–

Starting the day with a beautiful walk in the woods, a space that we've shared with our furbabies over the years, and it brought back many memories ๐Ÿฅฐ

We finally made the decision to start scattering Noels ashes after being told by a psychic that he doesn't like being in a box ๐Ÿคฆโ€โ™€๏ธ๐Ÿ˜‚

We found a beautiful tree to place in one of his favourite places that he liked to chill and watch people pass by ๐Ÿพ he would spend hours out there ๐Ÿ˜Š

Now we'll take him to his favourite places and place a little piece of him โœจ๏ธ

Grief is so difficult to navigate, and I'm sending you strength and love if you are navigating your own ๐Ÿ˜ข remember that your grief is yours, there is no right way to grieve, take your time and be kind to yourself ๐Ÿ’•

A wholesome weekend โœจ๏ธJust what was needed ๐Ÿ™ after a week of self care to get me back on track, and I'm feeling very ble...
13/04/2025

A wholesome weekend โœจ๏ธ

Just what was needed ๐Ÿ™ after a week of self care to get me back on track, and I'm feeling very blessed ๐Ÿ™Œ

Meeting with the Warrioress Tribe yesterday and then reading such supportive comments on the community group reminded me how women show up for each other โœจ๏ธ no judgment, just pure kindness โค๏ธ

Today we went for our little mindset meet up at Rest Bay, although we didn't plan for the drop in temperature ๐Ÿ˜‚ greeted by a rainbow (aka Raybow/Noelbow)

Then onto buy some herbs which only time will tell if I do my usual kill off herbs ๐Ÿคฆโ€โ™€๏ธ๐Ÿ˜‚ pray for them ๐Ÿ™

I hope you've had a chance to rest and recharge โœจ๏ธ

xx Lisa xx

I did it (just in time!!) I completed the 100 miles on Mother's Day with my children ๐Ÿ™ they were completely oblivious as...
31/03/2025

I did it (just in time!!)

I completed the 100 miles on Mother's Day with my children ๐Ÿ™ they were completely oblivious as I marched them around Tredegar House ๐Ÿ˜‚

Thank you, everyone, for your support. To those who sponsored myself and Gav, we truly feel blessed ๐Ÿ™Œ

It's been incredible meeting those that the charity support and witnessing first hand the difference that the foundation are making ๐Ÿ™Œ

The money will go towards those impacted by grief and trauma ๐Ÿ’™ in honour of Jesse Owen, who I know is missed each and every day by so many. I wasn't fortunate to meet him, but I feel like I know this incredible young man ๐Ÿ’™

Now onto the next challenge ๐Ÿ˜˜๐Ÿ˜‚

๐•‹๐•™๐•š๐•Ÿ๐•œ๐•š๐•Ÿ๐•˜ ๐• ๐•— ๐•ช๐• ๐•ฆ ๐•ฅ๐• ๐••๐•’๐•ช โค๏ธToday may be difficult for some, please be mindful and please be kind ๐ŸฅฐIf today is a tough day f...
30/03/2025

๐•‹๐•™๐•š๐•Ÿ๐•œ๐•š๐•Ÿ๐•˜ ๐• ๐•— ๐•ช๐• ๐•ฆ ๐•ฅ๐• ๐••๐•’๐•ช โค๏ธ

Today may be difficult for some, please be mindful and please be kind ๐Ÿฅฐ

If today is a tough day for you then I'm sending you my thoughts and love โค๏ธ

Remember to be kind and compassionate to yourself and reach out if you need support ๐Ÿ“ฅ

xx Lisa xx

๐•‹๐• ๐•ฉ๐•š๐•” ๐•ฃ๐•–๐•๐•’๐•ฅ๐•š๐• ๐•Ÿ๐•ค๐•™๐•š๐•ก๐•ค ๐••๐• ๐•Ÿ'๐•ฅ ๐•’๐•๐•จ๐•’๐•ช๐•ค ๐•ค๐•ฅ๐•’๐•ฃ๐•ฅ ๐•’๐•ค ๐•ฅ๐• ๐•ฉ๐•š๐•” ๐•ฃ๐•–๐•๐•’๐•ฅ๐•š๐• ๐•Ÿ๐•ค๐•™๐•š๐•ก๐•ค ๐Ÿ˜ข๐Ÿšฉ Sometimes, they begin with charm, affection, and deep e...
20/03/2025

๐•‹๐• ๐•ฉ๐•š๐•” ๐•ฃ๐•–๐•๐•’๐•ฅ๐•š๐• ๐•Ÿ๐•ค๐•™๐•š๐•ก๐•ค ๐••๐• ๐•Ÿ'๐•ฅ ๐•’๐•๐•จ๐•’๐•ช๐•ค ๐•ค๐•ฅ๐•’๐•ฃ๐•ฅ ๐•’๐•ค ๐•ฅ๐• ๐•ฉ๐•š๐•” ๐•ฃ๐•–๐•๐•’๐•ฅ๐•š๐• ๐•Ÿ๐•ค๐•™๐•š๐•ก๐•ค ๐Ÿ˜ข

๐Ÿšฉ Sometimes, they begin with charm, affection, and deep emotional connection - until the red flags start to show.

Here are some subtle but harmful signs of a toxic relationship:

โŒ๏ธ You feel emotionally drained after every interaction - love should feel safe, not exhausting.
โŒ๏ธ You're always second-guessing yourself - they make you feel like you're the problem.
โŒ๏ธ They downplay your feelings - "You're just being dramatic."
โŒ๏ธ Your needs are ignored, but theirs is a priority - You're always adjusting, but they never compromise.
โŒ๏ธ You feel isolated - They discourage you from seeing family or friends.
โŒ๏ธ They make you feel guilty for setting boundaries
โŒ๏ธ You walk on eggshells to avoid conflict!

๐Ÿ‘‰ If you recognise these signs, trust your gut. Toxic relationships can damage your self-worth ๐Ÿ˜ข

If you have experienced such behaviour, drop a โค๏ธ or share with someone who may not realise they are impacted by a toxic relationship ๐Ÿฅฐ

Sending you strength xx Lisa xx

This is the reason that I am pounding the streets in March, raising money so that this awesome charity can continue to s...
20/03/2025

This is the reason that I am pounding the streets in March, raising money so that this awesome charity can continue to support people and their mental health. Those affected by grief and trauma this is an amazing thing to do for your mental health, while being supported by some amazing people ๐Ÿ’™

โœจ 6 Spaces Available! โœจ

Join us for a refreshing Contrast Therapy Morning on Sunday, 11th May at 10:30 AM . Enjoy the benefits of hot & cold therapy, followed by a light breakfast to refuel.

Donโ€™t miss outโ€”DM us to book your spot! ๐Ÿ’™

๐•ƒ๐•–๐•ฅ ๐•ž๐•– ๐•š๐•Ÿ๐•ฅ๐•ฃ๐• ๐••๐•ฆ๐•”๐•– ๐•ž๐•ช๐•ค๐•–๐•๐•— ๐Ÿ‘‹My name is Lisa Waker, and I'm passionate (slightly  obsessed even) to empower every single per...
17/03/2025

๐•ƒ๐•–๐•ฅ ๐•ž๐•– ๐•š๐•Ÿ๐•ฅ๐•ฃ๐• ๐••๐•ฆ๐•”๐•– ๐•ž๐•ช๐•ค๐•–๐•๐•— ๐Ÿ‘‹

My name is Lisa Waker, and I'm passionate (slightly obsessed even) to empower every single person I work with โœจ๏ธ

I've been in private practice for over 12 years and work with many different presenting issues, such as:

โ—Anxiety
โ—Depression
โ—Grief
โ—Abuse (all types, physical, mental, and emotional)
โ—Relationship Issues
โ—Trauma
โ—Perimenopausal/Menopause
โ—Self-esteem

Anything that impacts your mental health, I will do my very best to support you ๐Ÿฅฐ

Counselling isn't a one-size fits all, and neither is healing. Whatever you are going through, you don't have to go it alone.

๐Ÿ“ฅ Need support? My inbox is open.

xx Lisa xx

What a week ๐Ÿ™Œโœจ๏ธReminding me of those that support ๐Ÿ™ feeling very blessed ๐Ÿ™Œ 1. The best tree that I've ever seen ๐ŸŒณ2. Noth...
16/03/2025

What a week ๐Ÿ™Œโœจ๏ธ

Reminding me of those that support ๐Ÿ™ feeling very blessed ๐Ÿ™Œ

1. The best tree that I've ever seen ๐ŸŒณ
2. Nothing more magical than early morning sparkle โœจ๏ธ
3. Man climbs tree ๐ŸŒณ๐Ÿ˜‚
4. Blessed to have my gym bestie ๐Ÿ’“ Tulips ๐ŸŒท
5. Humbled by what these amazing humans do ๐Ÿ’™
6. Cake ๐Ÿฐ๐Ÿ˜‹๐Ÿ˜‹ the best everrrrrr
7. Birthday flowers ๐Ÿ’ Boy and Bob did good ๐Ÿ˜˜
8. I'm actually growing a real life plant ๐Ÿชด ๐Ÿ˜‚
9. Ahhhhh according to my daughter ๐Ÿ˜˜
10. Love is ..... deicing the van โ™ฅ๏ธ

I hope your week has been kind to you ๐Ÿฅฐ focus on what you have not what you don't ๐Ÿ˜˜ next week we go again ๐Ÿ™

xx Lisa xx

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