Do you ever find yourself repeating the same conversations or negotiations over and over again – but ending up in exactly the same place,...

Boundaries often play a central role in therapy. But as we talk more about boundaries, it can start to feel like they're always a good...

My first experiences of counselling – both as a client and as a counsellor – were face-to-face in a therapy room. And when I started...

This week, I was invited by the BACP to take part in their Positive Steps  campaign – all about mental health for new mums . As a...

Loneliness can be one of the quietest struggles of motherhood. You're not physically alone. I n fact, you're rarely by yourself. But...

Social anxiety isn’t just 'feeling a bit shy'. It’s a set of fears and worries that can leave you feeling anxious when you’re socialising...

Elton John told us that 'sorry seems to be the hardest word' . I would agree that for some of us, apologies don't roll off the tongue...

Anxiety shows up differently for everyone. In this post, we explore what anxiety really is, how it might be affecting you, and how you can begin to understand and manage

How do you leave a party? Your goodbye style might reveal more than you think – about endings, attachment, and how we cope with change and loss.

We often admire independence, but what happens when self-reliance becomes a way to avoid closeness? This blog explores avoidant attachment, why asking for help can feel so hard, and how we can begin to shift those patterns.

When is a window more powerful than a mirror? Discover how the Johari Window—a simple but powerful model—can deepen your self-awareness by revealing what you and others see about yourself. Learn practical ways to use this tool both with others and on your own to boost your self-esteem and understand your patterns better.

Guest blog post: I used to live for approval. Now I live for peace. Here’s how people pleasing, perfectionism, and ADHD fed my eating disorder, and how I got free.

Relationships aren't easy. They are often the place where we feel the most grounded and connected. But they can also be the place where...

Ever find yourself saying 'yes' when you really mean 'no'? Apologising for things that aren’t your fault? You're not alone. People...

Every year, the BACP releases its Public Perceptions Survey. This research gives us all an insight into what people are thinking. What...

We all know the phrase, 'you can choose your friends, but you can't choose your family'. Some of us are fortunate enough to have...

I spend a lot of time talking and thinking about our 'gut' feelings. Those spidey senses that things aren't quite right in our lives or...

What’s the right way to grieve? Do we really move through neat 'stages'? Do we have to let go — or finish grieving? In this blog, I explore what grief really looks like, why the Five Stages model might not fit everyone, and how newer ideas — like the Tonkin Model, the Dual Process Model, Continuing Bonds, and even neuroscience — can help us better understand and live with loss.

Postnatal anxiety is often overlooked—but it’s more common than you might think. While many new mothers are prepared to watch for postnatal depression, anxiety can be harder to recognize and even harder to talk about. In this post, I explore what postnatal anxiety feels like, why it happens, and practical strategies to cope with it—emotionally and physically. Whether you're struggling silently or seeking understanding, this is a gentle, honest guide to help you feel seen and

In case you haven't heard, Christmas is on the way. There's an expectation that our inbox will be awash with social invites. But what if...