All Seasons Counselling

05/10/2025

We All Think Differently
All Brains Are Welcome Here

There’s no “right” way to think, feel, or process the world.
No ideal brain. No standard pace. No one-size-fits-all mind.

Some of us think in patterns, pictures, or spirals.
Some of us need extra time to process, or we speak in bursts.
Some of us hyperfocus. Some get overwhelmed by too much noise.
Some carry constant background anxiety.
Some imagine every possible outcome — all at once.
Some struggle with change. Some crave it.

🌀 However your brain works — it’s not wrong. It’s yours.
It’s shaped by you - your story, your experiences, your needs.

In therapy, we don’t try to “fix” your brain.
We honour it.
We get curious about how it works for you.
We explore
Where did this belief come from?
What does your brain need more or less of?
Is this thought helping — or hurting — ?
What would it feel like to meet it with a little more understanding?

This is a space for unmasking if you feel you want to. For being fully you.
There’s nothing wrong with your mind.
It just might not have been understood — yet.

28/09/2025

Anxiety doesn’t mean something’s wrong with you.
It means your body’s alarm system has been triggered — even if there’s no obvious danger.
This can feel like -
💥 Racing heart
💥 Feeling sick or dizzy
💥 Shaky, sweaty, or overwhelmed

These sensations are real. Your rational brain might know you're safe, but your body hasn't caught up yet.

🧠 Anxiety isn’t just in your head — it lives in your breath, your muscles, your nervous system.

The good news? You can calm your system, gently.

🫁 Start with your breath.
breathe in counting to four,
hold for two and breath out on four again.

🌿 Ground yourself in the moment.
🌿 Remind yourself: “This will pass.”

21/09/2025

I often talk about grounding and reconnecting. Today, nature reminded me to do the same.
Forest bathing (from the Japanese practice Shinrin-yoku) is the act of mindfully immersing yourself in nature—walking slowly, breathing deeply, and using your senses to connect with the natural world.
What it does:
Calms the nervous system
Grounds your attention in the present moment
Encourages connection—with nature, your body, and your emotions
Benefits:
Reduces stress & anxiety
Lowers blood pressure & cortisol
Improves mood & sleep
Boosts immune function
Enhances focus & clarity
It's not about hiking or exercise—it's about simply being in nature and letting it support your well-being. 🌿

08/09/2025

If your mind feels like it never shuts off… you're not alone.

Overthinking can be exhausting.
You replay conversations in your head.
You second-guess your choices.
You try to think your way into feeling “okay” — but the peace never lasts.

Overthinking looks like problem-solving,
Yet it rarely, if ever, hands us any real answers.
Instead, it drains our energy, raises anxiety, and steals time we could be spending actually living.
Quieting the mental chatter and steer your mind back to the present can help you don’t have to live in that mental loop.

The truth is: your brain is trying to protect you.
Overthinking often shows up when you're anxious, overwhelmed, or afraid of getting it wrong.
It’s your mind’s way of saying, “I don’t feel safe yet.”

🧠 In therapy, we slow things down.
We explore the why beneath the spiral.
We learn how to respond to your thoughts, not just react to them.
Building tools that bring relief — not just in the moment, but for the long term.

Try this the next time your mind is racing:

Name it — “I’m overthinking right now.”

Ground yourself — Feel your feet on the floor. Breathe. Count 5 things you can see.

Redirect gently — “What do I need right now?” Not what you should do, but what you need.

Take small action — A walk. A stretch. A sip of water. A text to someone you trust.

You’re not broken for overthinking. You’re just overwhelmed. And that’s human.

🛑 Overthinking thrives in silence. Healing begins when you interrupt the noise with kindness, practice, patience, and support.

If you’re tired of being stuck in your head and ready to feel more grounded in your life — therapy might be the next step.

📞 I’m here when you’re ready. Reach out to schedule a session or learn more 07349270433

You deserve ease. You deserve clarity. You deserve support.

01/09/2025

Ever feel like there's a part of you that wants change, but another part that holds you back?

Parts Work Therapy helps you connect with the different “parts” of yourself — gaining insight into internal conflicts and understanding why you might be holding yourself back.

These parts aren’t bad — they’re often trying to protect you.
With curiosity and compassion, we can begin to listen, heal, restore and confidently see a way forward.

Every part has a purpose. Let’s meet them.

28/08/2025

28/08/2025

Psychodynamic therapy helps you explore the unconscious roots of your emotions, behaviors, and relationships. It’s not just about managing symptoms - it’s about discovering why they’re there in the first place.
Gently exploring patterns, emotions, and past experiences — so you can understand yourself better and feel more in control of your life.

It’s not about fixing you.
It’s about understanding you. ❤️

16/08/2025

Sometimes the very strategies that once kept us safe
are the same ones keeping us stuck.
🔒 Overthinking every decision
🔒 Pulling away when things get hard
🔒 Shutting down your feelings
🔒 Controlling everything around you
🔒 people pleasing
These patterns weren’t mistakes —
they were protection.
You built them to survive.
And for a time, they worked.
But if those walls now feel more like a prison than protection...
it might be time to gently open the door.
You don’t have to live in survival mode forever.
You’re allowed to feel safe — and still be free.

20/06/2025

Not all defense mechanisms are harmful.
Sometimes, denial, avoidance, or numbing helped us survive what we weren’t ready to face.
They worked — at one point. They protected us when we needed it most.

But here’s the question:
Are those same defenses still helping you today — or are they getting in the way?

What once kept you safe may now be keeping you stuck.

Real healing begins when we gently ask:
“Is this pattern still serving me — or is it time to let go?”

16/06/2025

When feeling overwhelmed by worry
It might help to explore the Circle of Control.

Ask yourself:
✨ Is this within my control, my influence, or just a concern I need to release?

This simple reflection can:

💭 Reduce anxiety by letting go or making peace of what you can’t change
💪 Empower you to take action where it matters
🌱 Build resilience by focusing on your strengths
🛑 Strengthen your boundaries and emotional regulation

31/05/2025

What Fills Your Cup?
It’s easy to get caught up in doing everything for everyone else… but what about you? You deserve time, care, and restoration too.

As we are all different, we need to find what works well for us.
You might:

✨ Take a deep breath and slow down.
✨ Say no without guilt.
✨ Go for a walk just to clear your mind.
✨ Journal your thoughts or feelings.
✨ Connect with someone who truly gets you.
✨ Rest—real rest, not just scrolling in bed.
✨ Do something creative just because it feels good.

You’re allowed to pause. You’re allowed to choose you.

26/05/2025

Science shows it takes 3 positives to outweigh 1 negative.
Our brains naturally focus on what’s wrong — it’s how we survived.
But healing, connection, and mental wellness come from intentionally noticing what’s right, too.
Small moments of joy, gratitude, or kindness can truly change your brain over time.