Fresh Minds Therapy

01/02/2026

A gentle note about choosing a counsellor

After hearing some not so great clients stories I felt compelled to write this post.

Counselling in the UK is an unregulated profession, which means anyone can technically call themselves a counsellor. That’s not to say there aren’t many skilled, ethical practitioners out there, there absolutely are, but it does mean it’s important to take a little time to check that the person you have chosen to work with is safe, qualified, and working within clear ethical boundaries.

One way to do this is by finding a counsellor listed on a recognised counselling directory. Directories usually check training, insurance, supervision, and professional registration before allowing therapists to join. It’s not the only way to find a good counsellor, but it can be a helpful starting point.

If you’re curious, you can view my counselling directory profile by clicking on my photo!

And whether you work with me or someone else, you’re always entitled to ask questions about training, experience, supervision, and how a counsellor works. Therapy should feel safe, transparent, and grounded in trust 🩵🫂✨️

I support women through perimenopause, hormonal shifts, shame, and late-diagnosed neurodivergence, creating a warm, neuro-affirming, trauma-aware space to process overwhelm, ease burnout, and rediscover steadier ground.

13/01/2026

It was really lovely to be out in the community with my colleague Kelly from KJC Counselling meeting the residents, staff and families at Glebefields Care Home.

The conversations and questions were thoughtful, open and genuinely moving, we’re really looking forward to going back.

As counsellors in our own private practices, the work can be deeply rewarding but sometimes quite solitary, so being able to connect in this way and share space together felt really special. It was a privilege to talk about the support we offer and to remind people that mental health matters at every stage of life.

05/01/2026

Happy New Year!!

01/11/2025

And that’s a wrap on the Challenge!

Happy Saturday and hello, November.

Thank you to everyone who joined in, shared, reflected, or simply paused to care for themselves over the last 30 days. It’s been such a joy to walk through this month of gentle reminders with you.

I’m putting all 30 prompts together into a free downloadable version soon, so you can return to it anytime you need to slow down and reconnect.

Here’s to carrying that intention into the rest of the year, small moments, self care, and showing up for ourselves in real, imperfect ways.

30/10/2025

Day 30 of the Challenge.

Thirty days of reflection, rest, and small moments of care.

As this challenge comes to a close, I’m pausing to honour every step; the calm, the chaos, the courage to keep showing up.

Self-care was never and should never be about perfection; it is about remembering that you matter, too.

If you joined along the way, thank you for taking space for yourself this month.

The challenge ends here, but the practice doesn’t. Carry forward what feels nourishing, and let the rest fall away.

What’s one thing you’ll carry forward from this month?

29/10/2025

Day 29 of the Challenge.

Today has been a hard one and I nearly didn’t post. But maybe that makes tonight’s prompt even more important.

Write down five qualities you truly cherish about yourself.
Kindness, courage, honesty, humour, empathy, whatever it is that gets you through.

It’s easy to lose sight of our strengths when life feels heavy, but those parts of us are still there, holding steady.

What qualities do you value most in yourself, especially on the hard days?

28/10/2025

Day 28 of the Challenge.

It’s late, and tonight’s prompt is a soft one, to nurture yourself in whatever way feels good.

It doesn’t have to be fancy or planned.

Maybe it’s a warm shower, your cosiest socks, or that quiet cup of tea before bed.

The point is to receive comfort, not just offer it to everyone else.

A few mindful minutes to unwind can make the world feel gentler again.

What’s your go-to comfort at the end of a long day?

27/10/2025

Day 27 of the Challenge

Today’s prompt is a gentle one, to take a short pause from screens and constant stimulation.

Fifteen minutes might not sound like much, but that little gap can make room for creativity, reflection, or connection maybe even with the people right next to us.

Whether it’s a quiet walk, a chat over tea, or just sitting with your thoughts, this is your reminder that presence is powerful.

How do you like to switch off and reconnect?