New Beginnings

New Beginnings Private Practice (BACP)
Face to Face|Online Counselling
Email to book: newbeginningsdonegal@gmail.com

Sometimes the anxiety isn’t because you don’t know…It’s because deep down, you do.But you keep editing the reality to ma...
08/04/2026

Sometimes the anxiety isn’t because you don’t know…
It’s because deep down, you do.
But you keep editing the reality to make it easier to stay.
Easier to hope.
Easier to not have to decide.

Clarity doesn’t come when everything feels good.
It comes when you’re willing to be honest with yourself.
Even when it stings.
Even when it changes things.
Protect your peace,
but don’t lie to yourself to keep it 🤍

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06/04/2026

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Easter Sunday 💛You might feel calm.You might feel overwhelmed.You might feel both at the same time.That doesn’t mean you...
05/04/2026

Easter Sunday 💛

You might feel calm.
You might feel overwhelmed.
You might feel both at the same time.
That doesn’t mean you’re doing it wrong.
Your mind and body are just responding to everything they’ve taken in, the people, the noise, the change in routine.

So instead of trying to force a certain mood today,
try allowing what’s already there.

You don’t need to fix everything today.
Sometimes the most helpful thing you can do
is make a little space for yourself within it 🌿

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03/04/2026

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Stop believing every negative thought 💭 “You’re behind.”“You messed up.”“They don’t like you.”That’s not truth. It’s a c...
02/04/2026

Stop believing every negative thought 💭

“You’re behind.”
“You messed up.”
“They don’t like you.”

That’s not truth.
It’s a cognitive distortion, a story from a limited frame of reference.

Try this: 👉 “What else could be true?”

Same situation. New meaning.
You don’t need to fix yourself.
You need to question the story.

Ever wish you could talk to the version of you who’s already figured things out?Try this ✍️ Write an email to your futur...
01/04/2026

Ever wish you could talk to the version of you who’s already figured things out?
Try this ✍️

Write an email to your future self, not the perfect, put-together version… but the real one.

The one who made it through the doubts, the overthinking, the late nights wondering “am I doing enough?”

Tell them where you are right now. What feels heavy. What you’re proud of (even if it feels small). What you’re scared might not work out.

Then schedule it. A month. Six months. A year.
Because here’s the thing: We’re very good at forgetting how far we’ve come.
And when that email lands in your inbox, it won’t just be words. It’ll be proof.

Proof that you kept going. Proof that feelings pass. Proof that the version of you who was unsure… still showed up.

Your future self is listening 🫶

Thinking about therapy? Let’s talk 🤍Send me a dm with any questions you may have and we can organise a free phone consul...
31/03/2026

Thinking about therapy? Let’s talk 🤍

Send me a dm with any questions you may have and we can organise a free phone consultation 📞

Here are some of the most common questions people ask before starting:

1. “Do I really need therapy?”
If you’re asking the question, it might already be worth exploring. Therapy isn’t just for crises, it’s for growth, clarity and understanding yourself better.

2. “What if my problems aren’t ‘serious enough’?”
There’s no minimum requirement. Your feelings are valid, whether they’re big or small.

3. “Will the therapist judge me?”
Therapy is a judgment-free space. Therapists are trained to listen, support and help.

4. “What do I even say?”
You don’t need to have it all figured out. You can start with: “I don’t know where to start.” That’s completely okay.

5. “How long does therapy take?”
It depends on you and your goals. Some people go short-term, others longer, both are normal.

6. “Is it awkward?”
At first, maybe a little. But most people quickly feel comfortable once they get into it.

7. “Will it actually help?”
It can, especially if you’re open and consistent. Therapy is a process, not a quick fix.

✨ You don’t have to have everything sorted before you start. Sometimes, starting is the bravest step.

But, what if...
29/03/2026

But, what if...

Wild is my favorite way to be 😁After a 6 hour drive, a scramble, laughs, self-doubt, sore knees & blisters.. the smile w...
27/03/2026

Wild is my favorite way to be 😁

After a 6 hour drive, a scramble, laughs, self-doubt, sore knees & blisters.. the smile when you reach the peak...metaphor for life really 🙌

Not everything needs to be controlled, fixed, or figured out right now.Some things are meant to unfold in their own time...
27/03/2026

Not everything needs to be controlled, fixed, or figured out right now.

Some things are meant to unfold in their own time 🌊

Peace doesn’t come from controlling everything.It comes from knowing where not to try 🙏• You don’t need to respond to ev...
26/03/2026

Peace doesn’t come from controlling everything.
It comes from knowing where not to try 🙏

• You don’t need to respond to every message.
• You don’t need to fix every problem.
• You don’t need to carry every opinion someone has about you.

🤍 Real peace looks different:
It’s pausing before reacting and it’s asking, “Is this mine to hold?”

Before you give your energy away,
ask yourself...
• Is this worth it? And if the answer is no…
Let it go 🙌

Your brain LOVES a “first time.” 🧠✨When you try something new, like going on a hike somewhere you’ve never been before, ...
24/03/2026

Your brain LOVES a “first time.” 🧠✨

When you try something new, like going on a hike somewhere you’ve never been before, you’re not just getting fresh air…you’re literally changing your brain chemistry.

Novel experiences trigger dopamine (your motivation anf reward chemical), making you feel more alive, more curious and more energised.

Add movement and nature into the mix, and you also boost serotonin and endorphins..the “feel good” chemicals that help reduce stress and lift your mood.

So if you’ve been feeling stuck, flat or mentally drained…
Say yes to something new.
It doesn’t have to be big.
It just has to be different.
Your brain will thank you for it 🌿

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Monday 9:30am - 2:30pm
Tuesday 9:30am - 2:30pm
Wednesday 9:30am - 2:30pm
Thursday 9:30am - 2:30pm
Friday 9:30am - 2:30pm

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