Annika Falconer Therapies (2026)

15/03/2026

Yesterday felt like quite a big moment for me.

I started this journey on 22nd October 2022, and after 3 years, 4 months and 21 days - 1,240 days in total - I walked out of the Greenway Centre in Bristol for the final time, having completed the final module of the Professional Diploma in Psychotherapeutic Counselling Practice.

If I’m honest, this has probably been the toughest journey I’ve been on so far. The course asked a lot, not just academically but personally too. There were definitely times when it felt like everything was being taken apart and I had to slowly put myself back together again.

Looking back now, I can see just how much I’ve learned and how much I’ve changed along the way. There have been so many hours of study, reflection and practice counselling, all with the aim of becoming the best psychotherapist I can be.

I’m incredibly grateful to everyone who supported me through it. You know who you are, and it really has meant the world.

For now though, I’m looking forward to slightly calmer waters… no essays, no deadlines and no extra counselling hours to squeeze into the week.

And today feels like the perfect day to pause and celebrate a little. With Mother’s Day, it’s also a chance to spend time with the people at home who have probably sacrificed the most while I’ve been on this journey.

04/03/2026

Or got so absorbed in a book or a film that you didn’t hear someone talking to you?

That’s your brain in a light, natural hypnotic state what we might call “autopilot.” Hypnotherapy works with this ability intentionally.

It helps you: relax deeply, focus more clearly, make positive changes in thoughts, habits, and even your body’s responses.

You are always in control. If a suggestion doesn’t feel right, you ignore it. If you want to open your eyes, you can.

Curious if hypnotherapy could support you? DM me to arrange a free, initial video call.

👇 Have you ever noticed yourself going into autopilot mode?

27/02/2026

Why professional standards really matter.

When you’re looking for a therapist, it can feel overwhelming. There are so many titles and approaches out there, and it’s not always clear what they mean.

For me, being a member of the National Hypnotherapy Society and the National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society is about offering reassurance.

These memberships aren’t just names on a profile.

They mean I commit to ongoing training, so I continue learning and developing.
They mean I have regular supervision, a reflective space to ensure I’m working safely and ethically.
They mean I follow clear professional frameworks.
And they mean there is accountability built into my practice.

All of this exists for one reason: to put clients first.

Professional standards aren’t about being clinical or distant. They’re about creating a space that feels safe, steady and responsibly held.

Caring isn’t optional in this profession.
It’s part of the ethical responsibility we hold: to our clients, to each other, and to the wider world.

If you’d like to read more about my qualifications and memberships, you can find my profile here:
https://www.hypnotherapy-directory.org.uk/hypnotherapists/annika-falconer

You deserve support that feels both human and professionally grounded.

25/02/2026

Empathy isn’t something we switch on like a skill from a toolkit.
It’s how we show up.

It’s being fully present.
Listening without trying to fix.
Sitting with someone’s experience without judgement.
Staying when things feel heavy, rather than rushing to make them lighter.

The way I imagine empathy is this:

I gently step into your shoes, noticing what it feels like to walk in your footsteps to sense your experience while still being able to step back, so that you remain in your own journey.

That part matters.

Because in therapy, I can walk alongside you.
I cannot walk for you.
But I can be there: to listen, to hold space, and to be a steady companion with an awful lot of heart and care.

People don’t come to therapy to be analysed.
They come to be understood.

Empathy means allowing someone’s experience to exist exactly as it is.
Not minimising it.
Not reshaping it.
Not trying to tidy it up too quickly.

Just a space where you can be.

And that is at the heart of the work.

If you’ve ever wondered what therapy with me feels like, it starts here.

23/02/2026

There isn’t a waiting list here, and that’s intentional.

I know in some therapy spaces, a waiting list can feel reassuring. It can signal demand, popularity, success.

But for me, it’s never been about that.

If I have the space to support you, I will always try to accommodate you. And if I don’t, I’ll be honest about that too.

I won’t keep someone waiting indefinitely.
I won’t overbook and stretch myself thin.
And I won’t promise something I can’t properly deliver.

As a member of the National Hypnotherapy Society and the National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society, my responsibility is to put clients first. That means working ethically, staying within my limits, and making sure the care I offer is genuine and sustainable.

If I can offer you the time and presence you deserve, I will.
If I can’t, I’ll let you know, and I’ll help signpost you to other services who may be able to support you sooner.

Caring isn’t just a feeling in this profession.
It’s an ethical responsibility.

If you’ve been thinking about reaching out, you’re always welcome to message me, even if it’s just to explore what support might look like.

13/02/2026

Taking the first step doesn’t have to feel overwhelming.

Often, it’s not the therapy itself that feels daunting; it’s simply not knowing what happens next. So here’s how we begin.

You send a message.
An email, a WhatsApp, or a simple “hello” here. You don’t need to have the right words or explain everything straight away.

We arrange a free initial video call.
This is a gentle space to talk about what’s bringing you to therapy and what you’re hoping for. You can ask questions. You can get to know me. There’s no pressure.

We decide together.
If it feels like a good fit, we arrange a first session. If it doesn’t, that’s completely okay too.

From there, we move at your pace.
We take time to build trust. We review as we go. We adjust if needed. Therapy is a collaborative process, shaped around you, not a rigid plan.

Alongside this, my work is professionally grounded. I am a member of the National Hypnotherapy Society and the National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society, and my practice is supported through supervision, ethical guidelines, and ongoing professional development.

If you’d like to arrange a free initial call, you’re very welcome to email
info@annikafalconertherapies.co.uk

WhatsApp 07943 435037
or send me a message.

You don’t have to have it all figured out before you reach out.

12/02/2026

There isn’t one “right” way to do therapy.

Over the years, many different counselling approaches have developed, each offering something valuable. But no single model works for everyone.

This is why I practise a Pluralistic approach, developed by Mick Cooper and John McLeod.

At its heart is a simple belief:
Different people need different things.
And sometimes the same person needs different things at different times.

Rather than following one rigid method, pluralistic counselling allows flexibility. It brings together the warmth of person-centred therapy, the structure and collaboration of CBT, and the depth of psychodynamic understanding, creating space for therapy to be shaped around you.

In our work together:
• We talk about what feels helpful
• We agree goals if that feels right
• We review how things are going
• We adapt as needed

If we want to know what you need, we ask.

Therapy becomes a collaborative process, one that recognises your strengths as much as your struggles.

Because counselling isn’t about fitting you into a model.
It’s about finding what works for you.

11/02/2026

Every week, I work with children, teens, women, and professionals, each bringing their own unique experiences and challenges. Hypnotherapy provides a calm, supportive space where clients can pause, reflect, and reconnect with themselves.

Sessions are personalised and paced to each individual, creating room for confidence, wellbeing, and personal growth. Whether in my studio, outdoors, or online, the space is flexible, safe, and designed to meet people where they are.

Hypnotherapy can help anyone feel more relaxed, focused, and empowered, offering tools to navigate life with clarity and resilience.

For additional information and client reviews, you can visit my Google Business profile here: https://share.google/trMqGlX6Hll1VtqOi

10/02/2026

Where we meet matters; because feeling safe, comfortable, and at ease is an important part of therapeutic work.

From Monday to Friday, I work from my therapy studio on the outskirts of Bradford on Avon, overlooking open fields and surrounded by nature. It’s a calm, quiet space where I offer face-to-face therapy and counselling, as well as online sessions.

Being close to nature creates room to slow down and feel grounded. For some clients, this includes taking therapy outdoors. I offer walk & talk sessions, which can feel especially supportive for those who find it easier to reflect while moving and being outside.

On Saturdays, I work from The Manu Centre, another peaceful and supportive setting. For primary-aged children, I also visit local primary schools, offering therapeutic support in an environment that already feels familiar and safe.

Whether we meet in person, online, outdoors, or in school, the approach remains the same: choice, flexibility, and working at a pace that feels right for you or your child.

Support that fits into real life.

09/02/2026

I work with children, young people, and adults, and the work is about supporting the whole person, not just the challenges they face.

For children and young people, I create a calm, safe space to explore thoughts, feelings, behaviour, and relationships, helping them feel more settled, confident, and supported as they navigate life’s challenges.

For adults, I provide a reflective, therapeutic space to pause, reconnect with yourself, and explore stress, anxiety, transitions, or simply life’s ups and downs with clarity and balance.

No pressure. No rushing. Just support, at your pace.

I offer a free initial video call if you’d like to explore whether this approach might feel right for you or your child.

06/02/2026

One thing I’m constantly reminded of, both in my work and in my own parenting, is that mindfulness isn’t something we achieve.

It’s something we practise, often imperfectly, in the middle of real life.

For mums especially, the expectation to stay calm, present and emotionally available while juggling everything else can feel heavy and unrealistic.

Sometimes what helps most isn’t another thing to do, but having a space to pause, reflect, and feel supported.

In my work, I support children, young people and the mums who care for them, to navigate overwhelm, emotions and the pressures of daily life with more understanding and compassion.

If this week’s reflections have resonated with you, and if you feel that you could benefit from some support, from talking to someone who will listen to you, hear you, and understand where you’re coming from, please do get in touch.

You can message me here on here, email info@annikafalconertherapies.co.uk, or WhatsApp 07943 435037.

05/02/2026

Parents are sometimes surprised when their child comes home from a session and says, “We just played a game.”

And yes, on the surface, that’s exactly what we did.

But alongside the play, something important was happening.

Through play, children communicate in the way that feels most natural to them.
They are listened to without being questioned or corrected.
Their nervous systems begin to settle.
There is laughter, quiet moments, connection, and trust.

In that space, children feel heard and understood.
Relationships are gently repaired.
Confidence grows.
Change begins to happen, often without it feeling like “work” at all.

Play isn’t a distraction from therapy.
It is the language of children.

Often, it’s the interaction itself, being with an adult who is present, attuned, and responsive, that creates the conditions for healing and moving forward.

Children are incredible.
They have real superpowers.

They just need a safe platform where those can come out and shine.

That’s my mission, to help them grow and shine.

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