CitizenCoaching

CitizenCoaching We deliver 20,000 friendly professional support sessions a year to help you through difficult times.

Counselling, Anger Management & Personal Development Coaching helps young people & adults live better lives & have brighter futures. Citizen Coaching and Counselling Birmingham provides one-to-one, group and couples counselling to adults and young people both online and in person. Our anger management programmes support young people and adults live a 'life less angry'.

✨ As we approach the new year… ✨It doesn’t mean you need to become a new person.It’s about understanding yourself better...
27/12/2025

✨ As we approach the new year… ✨

It doesn’t mean you need to become a new person.
It’s about understanding yourself better, responding differently, and being kinder to your mind.

Approach one thing, one step at a time.
Finding the support you need along the way.

Here’s to growth that feels steady, realistic, and human.

✨ New Year. New Chapter. Same You — just supported. ✨

Merry Christmas — whether you celebrate or not 🎄Today can mean many different things.Joy, connection, quiet, reflection…...
25/12/2025

Merry Christmas — whether you celebrate or not 🎄

Today can mean many different things.
Joy, connection, quiet, reflection… or simply getting through the day.

If you’re celebrating, we hope it brings warmth and moments that matter.
If you’re not, we hope today gives you space to rest, breathe, and be kind to yourself.

However today looks for you, your feelings are valid.
And you deserve care, compassion, and support — today and every day.

From all of us at Citizen Coaching, we’re wishing you a gentle, peaceful day 🤍

This Christmas, remember: there’s no such thing as perfect ✨The holidays can bring pressure to have everything “just rig...
24/12/2025

This Christmas, remember: there’s no such thing as perfect ✨

The holidays can bring pressure to have everything “just right” — the perfect gifts, the perfect dinner, the perfect family moments. But perfection isn’t real, and that’s okay. What matters is being present, showing up as you, and cherishing the moments that truly count.

You’ve done enough. It will be enough. And you are enough.

Take a deep breath. Relax. Notice the little joys around you — a laugh, a warm drink, a shared smile. This Christmas, give yourself permission to let go of expectations and simply enjoy what is. 🎄🤍

It’s okay if Christmas doesn’t feel merry for you. 💛You don’t have to force joy, gratitude, or smiles.However you’re fee...
22/12/2025

It’s okay if Christmas doesn’t feel merry for you. 💛
You don’t have to force joy, gratitude, or smiles.
However you’re feeling is valid — gentle, heavy, numb, hopeful, or mixed.
Be kind to yourself this season. ###

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Christmas can bring connection and joy…but it can also bring pressure, expectations, and emotional overload.So instead o...
18/12/2025

Christmas can bring connection and joy…
but it can also bring pressure, expectations, and emotional overload.

So instead of pushing through, here’s a 7-day self-care guide to help you arrive at Christmas feeling steadier, not exhausted:

7 days to go — Lower the bar
Not everything needs to be perfect. Aim for enough, not flawless.

6 days to go — Rest without guilt
You don’t need to earn rest. Taking breaks protects your mental health.

5 days to go — Slow your breathing
Calm the body first. A few slow breaths can reduce stress and emotional reactivity.

4 days to go — Choose one boundary
Say no to one thing that drains you. Boundaries are a form of self-respect.

3 days to go — Do something just for you
Even ten minutes of something enjoyable can reset your nervous system.

2 days to go — Unplug where you can
Step away from noise, news, and comparison. Quiet helps clarity.

1 day to go — Be kind to yourself
However you’re feeling, it’s valid. You’ve done the best you can.

If Christmas feels complicated this year, you’re not alone.
Be gentle with yourself — support, in many forms, is allowed 🤍



16/12/2025

🌟 Feeling stuck or doubting yourself? Confidence isn’t something you’re born with — it’s something you can build step by step.

We’ve created a FREE guide with practical steps to increase confidence and take control of your mindset.

✨ Start your journey to greater confidence today! Download the free guide now.
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🎄 Say Noel to Your Anger This Christmas 🎄Before the Christmas chaos kicks in, here are some simple ways to keep your coo...
13/12/2025

🎄 Say Noel to Your Anger This Christmas 🎄

Before the Christmas chaos kicks in, here are some simple ways to keep your cool:

✨ 1. Use the 10-second reset — pause and count to ten before you react.
✨ 2. Step outside for a 2-minute breather — cold air + deep breaths = reset.
✨ 3. Lower your voice to raise the calm — a softer tone settles your body and the room.
✨ 4. Have a planned exit line — “I’m just taking a moment. I’ll be back.”
✨ 5. Don’t overcommit — saying “no” to one thing this week protects your peace.

A calmer Christmas is possible — one small choice at a time. ❤️🎅

👉 For more practical tools and calm-building strategies, check out My Anger Coach by

🎄 It’s okay… this ChristmasChristmas can be a fun, joyful time — full of connection, tradition and celebration.But it ca...
11/12/2025

🎄 It’s okay… this Christmas

Christmas can be a fun, joyful time — full of connection, tradition and celebration.
But it can also be a season packed with pressure, expectation, and emotional overwhelm.
So over the festivities, remember this:

✨ It’s okay not to drink.
You don’t need a reason. “No thanks” is enough.

✨ It’s okay to leave early.
Protecting your energy is important.

✨ It’s okay to skip gatherings.
Rest is not selfish — it’s essential.

✨ It’s okay to feel overwhelmed.
The holidays can be a lot for anyone.

✨ It’s okay not to be happy all the time.
Grief, sadness, and emotional ups and downs don’t disappear just because it’s Christmas.

✨ It’s okay to set boundaries.
You’re allowed to choose what feels right for you.

✨ It’s okay to do things differently this year.
Traditions can change. So can you.

You don’t have to perform joy.
You don’t have to pretend you’re fine.
You just have to honour where you are.

With care,
Citizen Coaching

When your mind jumps to the worst-case scenario, it’s not because you’re weak or “overreacting.”It’s because your brain ...
09/12/2025

When your mind jumps to the worst-case scenario, it’s not because you’re weak or “overreacting.”
It’s because your brain has learned to scan for danger — even when there isn’t any.

Anxiety can show up as:
• racing thoughts
• tightness in the chest
• overthinking every interaction
• difficulty relaxing
• feeling “on edge” for no clear reason

None of this means there’s something wrong with you.
It means your system is working too hard, not failing.

The real work isn’t “getting rid” of anxiety —
it’s learning to understand it, calm it, and respond to it with more kindness and clarity.

If you’re ready to make sense of your anxiety and build tools that actually help, My Anxiety Coach can guide you step by step.
It’s designed to help you understand your mind, soothe your nervous system, and find more ease in daily life.

📘 My Anxiety Coach — link in bio.

Communication isn’t about winning — it’s about understanding.These 7 tips help you slow down, listen better, and build a...
05/12/2025

Communication isn’t about winning — it’s about understanding.
These 7 tips help you slow down, listen better, and build a calmer, safer connection with the person you care about.
If you found this helpful, save it for later ❤️
📘 Want to go deeper? My Relationship Coach is packed with practical relationship tools — link in bio.

Communication isn’t about winning — it’s about understanding.These 7 tips help you slow down, listen better, and build a...
05/12/2025

Communication isn’t about winning — it’s about understanding.
These 7 tips help you slow down, listen better, and build a calmer, safer connection with the person you care about.
If you found this helpful, save it for later ❤️
📘 Want to go deeper? My Relationship Coach is packed with practical relationship tools — link in bio.

🎄 Tis the Season… to Look After You! ❄️December can be hectic, but your wellbeing matters. Keep yourself at the top of y...
02/12/2025

🎄 Tis the Season… to Look After You! ❄️

December can be hectic, but your wellbeing matters. Keep yourself at the top of your list:
✨ Pause & Recharge – Take guilt-free “me moments.”
✨ Set Boundaries – Saying no protects your energy.
✨ Celebrate Small Wins – Notice the little joys around you.
✨ Move Your Body – A short walk or stretch can refresh your mind.
✨ Limit Social Media Overload – Protect your mental space.
✨ Connect With Supportive People – Surround yourself with positivity.

This December, put yourself first — it’s essential, not selfish. 💙

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