Valentina Enis Counselling

09/09/2025

My friend Lizzane has shared so bravely about losing her husband to su***de. I’m in awe of her honesty and strength. As September is Su***de Awareness Month, I wanted to share her voice and story here 💜
Her courage brings light to such a hard subject.

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Podcast · lizzyanne70 · Welcome to A Messy Midlife: Unfiltered. I’m Lizanne, 55, twice widowed, no kids, two rescue dogs, redundant, menopausal, sometimes heartbroken, sometimes hilarious, and often in jogging trousers. In this very first episode, I introduce myself and share why I’m starting ...

04/09/2025

Thinking About Counselling but Feeling Unsure?

If you’re here, it probably means you’ve been thinking about counselling – even if only quietly to yourself. Maybe you’re curious, maybe you’re struggling, or maybe you’re simply wondering what it would be like to talk to someone outside of your usual circle.

Sometimes people arrive at counselling because a friend, a family member, a colleague, or even a GP has suggested it. That can feel complicated. You might find yourself wondering if you’re doing this to please them, or feeling pressured to attend because it matters to someone else. If that’s the case, I want to reassure you: counselling is first and foremost for you. What you want and need is at the centre of our work together.

It’s also completely okay to decide not to continue after your first session — even if someone else encouraged you to come. The assessment session is about you having the chance to experience what counselling feels like and to decide, for yourself, whether it’s the right time, the right space, and the right fit.

At the same time, you might feel hesitant, nervous, or not sure if this is really for you. That’s completely normal. Counselling isn’t about being judged or told what to do. It’s about having a safe space – just for you – where you can bring your thoughts, feelings, and experiences, however big or small they feel. We go at your pace, not mine. Sometimes words come easily, sometimes they don’t, and both are okay.

You are always in control of the process. You get to decide if I’m the right person for you, how much you want to share, and whether counselling feels like something you’d like to continue.

The first session – often called an assessment – is more than just a “try-out.” It’s a space for us to talk in more depth about what brings you to counselling, what you feel you need right now, and what you’d like to work toward. Together we can begin to shape some goals and think about the steps forward. Just as importantly, it’s a chance to get a feel for whether we’re a good fit to work together.

It’s very common to feel anxious about making that first contact. Some people write a message and don’t send it, or reach out and then feel too overwhelmed to reply. If that’s you, please know you’re not alone. It just means this step matters to you.

Counselling is what I like to call a “safe risk.” It can feel scary at first, but it’s also a way of giving yourself the care, space, and support you deserve.

So if you’ve been thinking about it, I warmly invite you to take that step and book an assessment session. From there, you get to decide if it feels right for you and if we can walk this path together. 🌿

27/08/2025

27/08/2025

🌱 Trauma leaves more than memories — it shapes how we see ourselves, others, and the world. You may find yourself feeling stuck, triggered, or weighed down by things from the past that won’t stay there.

Healing is possible. In counselling, we go at your pace, creating a space where you are safe, believed, and not alone with what you carry.

If part of you longs for change — to feel lighter, stronger, or more at peace — therapy can be the beginning of that journey.

💬 I offer confidential private sessions. Reach out if you’d like to take the first step together.

27/08/2025

A safe space to be heard, to heal, and to grow.

27/08/2025

🌿 Some days, even simple things can feel like too much. Racing thoughts, a restless body, that constant “on edge” feeling — anxiety can quietly take over daily life.

You don’t have to go through it alone. Counselling offers a space to pause, to untangle what’s happening inside, and to find steadier ground.

I offer private therapy sessions (online or in-person) where you can talk openly and feel heard without judgement.

💬 If you’re tired of holding it all in and want support, contact @ to find out more about starting sessions.

12/08/2025

“You don’t have to wait until things fall apart to reach out for therapy.”

A lot of people come to therapy thinking they need to have a “big” reason. But often, it starts with something quieter:
• Feeling disconnected from the people around you
• Replaying the same conversations in your head
• Putting on a brave face, even when you’re drained inside
• Struggling in your relationship, but unsure how to talk about it
• Wondering why you keep repeating the same patterns

If any of that feels familiar — you’re not alone.

Therapy can be a space where we slow things down, make sense of what’s happening beneath the surface, and begin to shift things at your pace. You don’t need to explain everything perfectly. Just bring yourself.

🪷 I currently have spaces available for new clients (online or in-person)
📩 Feel free to message me or book a free 15-minute phone or Zoom consultation — no pressure, just a gentle conversation about whether this could be a fit.