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Mindfulness Spaces Created by Christine Rivers, Yateley - Mindful Life Expert, Therapist, Health Coach & Professor.

02/02/2026

Seeking therapy before crisis point is not a weakness.

In today’s video, I’m talking about why many women in their 50s only reach out for therapy when things feel overwhelming — and why you don’t have to wait until crisis point to get support.

If something has been going on for a while, feel free to reach out. I am based Blackwater, supporting clients across Yateley, Sandhurst and Camberley.

Get in touch
https://www.psychologytoday.com/gb/counselling/christine-rivers-camberley/1543009

https://www.yateleytherapyspace.com

Read more about the wider discussion here: BACP link https://nomorestiffupperlip.co.uk



26/01/2026

It’s the last Monday of the month and I decided for each last Monday of the month going forwards to share some Therapy Highlights

Therapy talk can be heavy and I feel that now is a good time to also talk about highlights we experience in the therapy space. In this video I talk about
✨ when both the client and I know we’ve reached the desired outcome
✨ what that ending really means
✨ how we got there
✨ and how reclaiming your life is possible

Ending therapy isn’t about stopping or loss, it’s about growth, integration, and stepping back into your life with more choice, confidence, and clarity.

🌿 Learn more about my therapy space:
👉 https://www.psychologytoday.com/gb/counselling/christine-rivers-camberley/1543009

https://www.yateleytherapyspace.com/

















19/01/2026

Have you ever wondered why therapy for anxiety on the NHS is usually limited to CBT?

The NICE anxiety guideline hasn’t been meaningfully updated in over a decade and currently recommends only CBT and applied relaxation. This restricts access to other effective therapies, overlooks lived experience, and fails to address barriers for marginalised communities.

UKCPs is leading a campaign to change this, backed by 30 mental health organisations. You can support it by asking your MP to sign a cross-party letter to NICE.

👉 Learn more: https://www.psychotherapy.org.uk/policy-and-research/public-policy/nice-anxiety-guideline-campaign/
👉 Get in touch with me to book a session:
https://www.yateleytherapyspace.com/
https://www.psychologytoday.com/gb/counselling/christine-rivers-camberley/1543009



12/01/2026

Many people with anxiety feel pressure in therapy to say the “right” things, show progress, or avoid disappointing their therapist. That isn’t failure — it’s anxiety trying to keep you safe.

At Yateley Therapy Space, therapy isn’t about being a perfect client.
It’s about having a safe place to be honest, uncertain, and human. You don’t need to impress anyone to make progress.

https://www.yateleytherapyspace.com/

https://www.psychologytoday.com/gb/counselling/christine-rivers-camberley/1543009





15/12/2025

Anxiety about aging often shows up quietly—through fear of time passing, changes in identity, and questions about meaning and purpose.

Birthdays can amplify this anxiety. They invite reflection, sometimes before we feel ready. In response, many of us lean on deflection—staying busy, joking, minimizing, or avoiding the deeper emotions that aging can bring up. These strategies once helped us cope, but they can also keep us disconnected from ourselves.

In today’s video, I talk about anxiety around aging, how birthdays can surface it, and how noticing our coping strategies can open space for reflection, meaning, and self-compassion as we move through different seasons of life.

Get in touch https://www.yateleytherapyspace.com/

08/12/2025

What the Body Tells Us in Therapy (and How to Get Unstuck)

When we feel stuck, it’s often not just in our thoughts, it’s in our body too.

In this week’s video, I share how I use an integrative therapy approach to listen to what the body is communicating through:
• the breath (shallow, held, or flowing)
• the nervous system state
• tension in the hands, jaw, face, and muscles

These signals quietly tell us where we’re at and give us a clear pathway toward change and regulation. When we learn to notice and work with the body, getting unstuck becomes gentler and more possible. You can try it out right now - watch the video.

If this resonates, I’d love to support you.
👉 Have a look at my profile and visit my website to find out more:

Dr Christine Rivers, Psychotherapist, Camberley, GU17 | Psychology Today

https://www.psychologytoday.com/gb/counselling/christine-rivers-camberley/1543009

Yateley Therapy Space | Trauma-Informed Therapy in Yateley | Support for Anxiety, OCD & Stress-Related Symptoms

https://www.yateleytherapyspace.com/

01/12/2025

When Christmas Feels Mixed - How Therapy Helps To Hold Both Wonder and Worry.

✨ Christmas can be both magical and messy — full of wonder, memories, pressure, and everything in between. It’s not unusual for clients to find their focus shifting at this time of year and to want to explore why the season feels particularly tender or challenging. In therapy, we learn to hold space for all of it: what we hope for and what we actually feel.

Just like in yoga, we meet each pose with honesty and kindness… therapy invites us to meet ourselves the same way. There’s room for both challenge and beauty, and you don’t have to navigate that space alone.

If this season feels heavy or complicated, support is here. 💛
Learn more: https://yateleytherapyspace.co.uk

24/11/2025

⭐ What You Need to Know When a Therapist Doesn’t Use Testimonials

You may notice that I don’t share client testimonials on my website. This is because I am registered with UKCP and the UKCP Code of Ethics advises against using testimonials for two key reasons:

1. Confidentiality – Protecting the privacy and anonymity of clients is essential.
2. Avoiding Misleading Information – Therapy is a highly individual process, and one person’s experience may not accurately reflect what another may need.

Instead, I encourage prospective clients to explore trusted professional bodies such as UKCP, where you can verify qualifications, accreditation, and ethical standards. This helps you choose a psychotherapist who is compliant, experienced, and committed to supporting you safely and effectively.

Find out more about my practice here:
🌍: https://www.yateleytherapyspace.com/

Psychology Today Profile: https://www.psychologytoday.com/gb/counselling/christine-rivers-camberley/1543009

10/11/2025

Clients often ask about the length of therapy and whether weekly or biweekly sessions are best. These are such important questions to consider so you can get the right support for you and your needs.

Watch the reel to learn more — and get in touch if you’d like to explore what therapy could look like for you.

https://www.psychologytoday.com/gb/counselling/christine-rivers-camberley/1543009

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