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21/12/2025

Christmas can be a joyful season—but it can also stir up stress, grief, loneliness, and complicated emotions. Counselling offers a gentle space to pause, breathe, and talk about what this time of year brings up for you. You don’t have to feel grateful, cheerful, or “fine” all the time—support is allowed, especially at Christmas. 🎄

A few gentle coping strategies for the season:
• Set boundaries around events and conversations—it’s okay to say no
• Keep small routines that ground you (walks, quiet moments, regular meals)
• Notice and name your feelings without judging them
• Limit comparisons—everyone’s Christmas looks different
• Reach out for connection, whether to a friend, family member, or a counsellor

If Christmas feels heavy, you don’t have to carry it alone. 💛

07/12/2025

🌿 Counselling & Addiction: You Don’t Have to Walk the Journey Alone 🌿

Addiction can make life feel heavy, confusing, and isolating — but reaching out for help is an act of strength, not weakness. Counselling offers a safe, supportive space to talk openly, understand the roots of addictive patterns, and build healthier ways to cope.

Whether it’s you or someone you care about, remember: recovery isn’t about perfection. It’s about progress, patience, and having the right support along the way. 💛

If you’re struggling, reaching out could be the first step toward healing. You deserve support, clarity, and hope — one day at a time.

✨ You are not alone. ✨

18/11/2025

🌿 Why Counselling Can Be Life-Changing 🌿

We all carry things—stress, grief, confusion, old wounds, or simply the weight of everyday life. Counselling offers a safe, supportive space to unpack those feelings and understand ourselves more deeply.

✨ Benefits of counselling include:
• Gaining clarity during difficult times
• Building healthier coping skills
• Improving communication and relationships
• Boosting confidence and emotional resilience
• Breaking unhelpful patterns and creating positive change
• Having someone who listens without judgment

There’s nothing “weak” about speaking to a professional—it’s one of the strongest steps you can take for your wellbeing. 💛

If you’ve been thinking about it, this might be your sign. Reaching out is a powerful act of self-care. 🌼

05/11/2025

🌟 November is Men’s Health Awareness Month 🌟

This month, we shine a light on the importance of men’s health and wellbeing — whether it’s physical, mental or emotional.

Too often, men feel pressure to “tough it out” or stay silent when things get hard. But true strength isn’t about hiding pain — it’s about having the courage to speak up, reach out, and take care of yourself.

💬 Whether it’s talking about stress, relationships, anxiety, or just the ups and downs of everyday life, opening up can make a real difference.
🩺 Checking in with your doctor, getting regular health checks, and staying active are equally important for maintaining balance and wellbeing.
👬 And remember — connection matters. A chat with a mate, a walk, or time spent doing something you enjoy can all boost mental health.

Let’s break the stigma together and encourage men to look after their whole selves — mind, body, and heart.

If you or someone you know could use support, reaching out for help is a sign of strength, not weakness. You’re not alone. 💙

31/10/2025

I’m so happy to finally share this — my new counselling website is officially live! 🌟

Please take a moment to check it out here: www.freeyourthoughtstherapy.co.uk

Your feedback means so much — thank you for being part of this journey 💕

Explore compassionate counselling services to support your mental health journey.

31/10/2025

🎃 A Gentle Halloween Reminder 👻

Halloween can be a fun and festive time for many — filled with costumes, creativity, and community spirit. However, it’s important to remember that for some, this season can also bring up stress, anxiety, or difficult memories.

Scary imagery, loud noises, masks, or unexpected encounters can be triggering for individuals with past trauma, PTSD, or sensory sensitivities.

As we celebrate, let’s keep kindness and awareness at the heart of it all:
🕯️ Be mindful that not everyone enjoys surprises or scares.
💬 Check in with friends, family, and neighbors who may find this time challenging.
🎭 Choose costumes and decorations that are respectful and inclusive.
💜 Take care of yourself — it’s okay to skip events or set boundaries if you need to.

A little mindfulness goes a long way toward helping everyone feel safe and supported this Halloween.

If this time of year feels especially hard, remember — you’re not alone. Please contact me for support.

23/10/2025

🌱 Let’s Talk About Financial Abuse

Abuse isn’t always physical — sometimes, it’s financial. Financial abuse is a way of controlling someone by restricting their access to money, resources, or independence. It can happen in any kind of relationship — not just romantic ones.
It may occur between:
💔 Partners or spouses
🏠 Family members (such as parents, adult children, or siblings)
👥 Friends or caregivers
💼 Even in professional or care relationships where there’s a power imbalance

Financial abuse might look like:
💰 Taking or controlling someone’s money or bank cards
💳 Monitoring or restricting spending
🚫 Stopping someone from working or accessing their income
🧾 Hiding financial information or using someone’s money without consent

In counselling, we help people recognise these patterns, process the emotional impact, and rebuild confidence and independence. Healing involves both emotional and practical steps — and no one should have to go through it alone.

If this resonates with you or someone you care about, please reach out. Support is available, and recovery is possible. 💚

22/10/2025

💜 From a Counsellor’s Heart: Understanding a Survivor’s Journey

As a counsellor, I’ve had the honor of walking alongside survivors of domestic violence — people whose courage often shines even in the deepest pain. Many describe their healing journey as a mixture of emotions that can feel overwhelming and confusing.

A survivor may feel fear, even long after the abuse has ended — fear of being hurt again, of not being believed, or of starting over.
They may feel shame for something that was never their fault. Years of manipulation and control can make anyone doubt their worth.
They may feel guilt — for staying, for leaving, for what happened to their children, for what they “should have done differently.”
They may feel anger, sadness, or numbness — emotions that shift like waves, sometimes all in a single day.

But beneath the pain, there is also resilience. Healing may begin quietly — in small choices, in moments of safety, in the first breath of self-trust returning. Survivors are often far stronger than they realize.

To any survivor reading this: please know that your feelings are valid. You are not weak for struggling. You are not to blame for what happened. Healing doesn’t have a timeline — and you deserve compassion, safety, and peace as you move forward.

You are not alone. Healing is possible — and you are worthy of it. 💜