Charlotte Hughes Counselling

21/03/2023

https://youtu.be/I2MBcHwmiy8

On Apr 23rd, the UK government will test emergency alerts, & your phone could make a loud sound, even on silent. If you’re a domestic violence survivor & have a hidden phone, it could reveal its location. Refuge have created a guide for turning alerts off. Share with friends and family.

The government is rolling out a new Emergency Alerts system and a test alert will be sent early this year. The alerts will be used to let you know about emer...

30/06/2020

It’s ok to feel what you are feeling during this confusing and challenging times. Just remember that you’re not alone and there are people out there who will listen and can help if you need it.

19/05/2020

By Charlie Mackesy

14/05/2020

While we are trying to make sense of the new realities of life we are facing, I have moved my practice to online Zoom and telephone sessions. Now more than ever, if you find yourself struggling, do reach out and get in touch.

Take care and keep safe and well

02/05/2020

A friend shared this with me. In these uncertain times it’s a bed time story for all of us.

https://youtu.be/x6nhSXF2lO8

By Tomfoolery

24/12/2019

For those struggling this holiday season. From Matt Haig’s reasons to stay alive.

22/11/2019

From charliemackesy.com

09/11/2019

I love this depiction of what happens during therapy. People come to therapy because they feel overwhelmed with life and problems can feel like one big tangled mess. Trying to do it on your own can sometimes make the knots tighter and harder to unravel.

As a therapist part of my role is to help people detangle what is happening for them and help them find perspective on their experiences. Once the threads are clear, it is easier to find your way to living the life you want to be living. Providing a warm, supportive and non-judgemental environment to do this is key to helping you find your way.

If you are feeling overwhelmed or you are struggling with problems, do reach out. I can help.

(My apologies for not crediting the artist- I’ve been struggling to find the original source)

28/09/2019

Live your life for you. Be the kind of person you want to be. Let go of those expectations and beliefs that no longer ‘fit’ with the person you are.

10/09/2019

From one of my favourite authors. I recommend any of his books but particularly reasons to stay alive.

Reach out if you are struggling. You don’t have to do it alone.

These numbers are free to call from mobiles.

Childline: 0800 1111
Samaritans 116 123
Domestic Violence Hotline: 0808 2000 247
Mind 0300 123 3393
Age UK 0800 169 6565
Galop 0800 999 5428
CALM. 0800 585858

03/09/2019

Never forget- you are stronger than you think.

20/07/2019

09/07/2019

If we find ourselves overwhelmed or stressed out, we have to stop and remember to be kind to ourselves.

15/05/2019

As its mental health awareness week, there has been a lot of promotion and education around what you can do to promote your own mental well-being. If you are trying all the things you are being told to do but still feel like you are struggling, please know that you are not alone. There are organisations, charities and counsellors like me who want to help you. If you take that first step to reach out, you will find people wanting to listen and to help. It's okay not to be okay.

Childline: 0800 1111
Samaritans 116 123
Domestic Violence Hotline: 0808 2000 247
Mind 0300 123 3393
Age UK 0800 169 6565
Galop 0800 999 5428
Campaign against living miserably (CALM) 0800 585858
NHS 111
Rethink.org

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31/12/2018

New Years Eve. Time for reflection on the past year and looking forward to the next one. For those of us who are making resolutions for 2019 a blog post on how to make meaningful resolutions for a brighter and hopeful 2019.

http://www.hughescounselling.co.uk/blog/

24/12/2018

This time of year can be hard for many people. For some people, this time of year can bring up bad memories, past traumas and hardships. For others this may be their first Christmas without loved ones. Remember you are not alone. You don’t have to go through it on your own. There are always people willing to listen, no matter the issue. Don’t suffer alone this holiday period. These numbers are free to call from mobiles.

Childline: 0800 1111
Samaritans 116 123
Domestic Violence Hotline: 0808 2000 247
Mind 0300 123 3393
Age UK 0800 169 6565
Galop 0800 999 5428

Some tips on surviving the holiday season from young minds.org

https://youngminds.org.uk/blog/christmas-tips-from-our-activists/

We asked our YoungMinds Activists to share their top tips for coping at Christmas.

07/11/2018

https://t.co/ZVY4KgmDei?amp=1

It’s not the big things that make the difference. Small talk can save lives

Small Talk Saves Lives You might not know it, but you already have all the experience you need to help save a life. Because the small talk we use every day can be all it takes to interrupt someone's suicidal thoughts and start them on a journey to recovery. So in partnership with Network Rail, Briti...