Positive Patterns Psychotherapy - Jacqueline McLauchlan MBACP

02/04/2026

Stress… we all suffer from stress at one point in our lives. I offer a calm, supportive space where we can make sense of what’s going on for you and find practical ways to manage your stress that actually fits in with your life. Whether it’s racing thoughts, burnout, or that constant sense of pressure, we will work together to help you feel more grounded, in control, and able to breathe again.

If you’re ready to feel a little lighter, I’m here to help.

31/03/2026

APRIL is more than lighter nights, it’s stress awareness month… take action to create your own change, talk and check in daily with friends/family, set boundaries and seek help if needed, you are not alone.

15/03/2026

Mothers Day

🌸to the mothers who hold their children close and the mothers who hold them only in memory

🌸to the women still waiting, still hoping, still trying with quiet courage each day

🌸to the stepmothers/grandmothers/caregivers who choose love, building families with patience and care

🌸to the mothers who nurture, guide, comfort and show up in a hundred unseen ways

🌸today is for all of you, for the love you give, the love you carry and the love that never stops being

🌸Happy Mothers Day🌸 to you all 🌸

08/03/2026

Today on International Women’s Day I’m taking a moment to recognise the strength, resilience and courage of women everywhere. From the quiet acts of kindness that hold families and communities together, to the bold voices pushing for change and equality, women shape the world in powerful ways every single day.

Here’s to supporting one another, lifting each other up, and continuing the work towards a fairer, more inclusive future for all women and girls.

Happy International Women’s Day 🧘🏻‍♀️

01/03/2026

Save the date 💛 amazing charity, I’m proud to be a part of 🙏🏼

Join us on Saturday 9th May for our annual Walk of Hope 💛

Purchase your tickets today by following this link ⬇️⬇️⬇️

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24/02/2026

09/02/2026

Save the date 💛

Join us on Saturday 9th May for our annual Walk of Hope.

We will walk together in memory of those we have lost and also walk in hope for those that we have supported/ supporting. 💛

To purchase tickets please click the link below

https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/chriss-house-walk-of-hope-2026-tickets-1981934935745

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04/02/2026

what if…

you often find your mind fully occupied preparing for problems that haven’t arrived… constant overthinking, feeling on edge, difficulty resting and never really switching off

living with anxiety can be exhausting and you don’t have to do it on your own

01/02/2026

💭 when your own self worth depends on other people, it gets heavy very quickly…

every look, message, silence or opinion starts to matter way too much, you find yourself constantly scanning for approval, adjusting who you are and carrying the emotional weight of keeping everyone pleased and over time it becomes exhausting fans

self worth grows lighter when it comes from within, when it is rooted in your own values rather than someone else’s response

it’s not about becoming indifferent to others, it’s about not abandoning yourself in the process

31/12/2025

As this year comes to a close…

✔️ It’s okay if things didn’t turn out the way you hoped
✔️ It’s okay if some goals are still unmet or if you never had any
✔️ It’s okay if you’re feeling tired rather than triumphant

what truly matters is that your here, you’ve made it through another year and that in itself is something to be proud of

if your feeling stuck, overwhelmed or weighed down, whether that’s traumatic experiences, ongoing worries, or the day to day challenges of life, you don’t have to carry it alone

🛟 my therapy space is a safe place to begin, it’s confidential, professional and completely free from judgement

as a therapist there is things I haven’t conquered this year, troubles I’ve had and moments of feeling overwhelmed and I’m grateful I have my own therapist and clinical supervisor to work with

if you’re ready to gain clarity, find focus, or simply talk things through, get in touch
as sometimes the first small step is all it takes fans

29/12/2025

therapy thoughts 💭 fans

after your therapy session you might leave feeling a bit off, emotional, tired, or not quite like yourself… this is completely normal

therapy can stir things up, bring things into your awareness, and that doesn’t always settle straight away.

the real work often continues in the days between sessions, in the moments you notice your thoughts, feelings, and patterns showing up in everyday life

be kind to yourself during that time, rest when you need to, reflect gently and remember that change doesn’t only happen in the therapy room… it happens in between too 💭