Imelda Turnock Counselling MBACP Registered Counsellor in Guildford

06/12/2025

I listened with interest to Radio 4’s ‘Any Questions’ & ‘Any Answers’, the main subject was neurodivergence with debates on the possibility of a current over diagnosis. What’s your opinion? I have over 15 years of experience in this area and have witnessed the transformative effect on clients’ lives when they finally understand why they’ve always felt ‘different’, a diagnosis can help reframe experiences and they can move forward using the many strategies and tools available to manage difficulties. Neurodivergence is of course experienced by some as a super power 👌

25/09/2025

Living with autism can be challenging and and I specialise in working alongside clients to help them navigate these often complex difficulties. It’s therefore especially important to celebrate some of the often overlooked attributes, whilst of course acknowledging that each person is unique and won’t identify with every trait.

10/03/2025

Today we've had a visit from .photography (on instagram) to take photos of the kids and animals. Look out for her work in our upcoming Facebook posts. Here she is with an Levi, our Crested Gecko who's in quite the exploratory mood.
Thanks for the visit!

04/01/2025

Never be afraid to ask, you can save someone’s life.

Most people struggling with thoughts of su***de find a way to communicate that they need help, sometimes at an unconscious level. However, sometimes these warning signs can be missed, dismissed or avoided.

Sometimes the potential warning signs are very subtle. A person thinking about su***de may appear to be okay, or even cheerful. Sometimes, particularly if someone has been ill for a long time with depression, making a decision to die by su***de can bring them some relief and their mood can appear to improve.

But no list is complete, and people are very individual. Be alert to changes in someone that might cause you to be worried. Any of these 'warning signs' might not be connected with thoughts of su***de. The only way to be sure whether someone is thinking about su***de is to ask.�

https://www.stayalive.app/articles/potential-warning-signs/

24/10/2024

‘NO ONE WILL EVER KNOW THE PAIN I FEEL INSIDE’

This is a quote and artwork of ‘Stony’, Antonio Russo (1965 - 2022), who used his street inspired work to help express himself both negatively and positively after a brain tumour diagnosis in 2019. I find all of his art very powerful.

No one ever knows what it’s like to be you, existentially we are alone, but in counselling, I build a therapeutic relationship with clients based on empathy, congruence, trust and unconditional positive regard, facilitating them to explore their experiences and emotions with a professional therapist.

Over 15 years I have had the privilege of witnessing the success of this approach as I enable people to encounter a safe space where they can be truly themselves. If you want to know more or talk about my therapy practice, please do message me.

24/10/2024

21/09/2024

Why do we often put ourselves down & find it hard to be proud of ourselves? Most of us are a lot more compassionate towards everyone else, so how about reminding yourself today that YOU 🫵🏻 are special, unique & important!

11/08/2024

Counselling helps with the exploration of the reasons behind emotional overload and uncomfortable feelings. It's common to view emotions and feelings as either ‘good’ or ‘bad’ when in fact, we’re complex beings and it’s normal to experience a whole spectrum of feelings, without them, we’d be cold, dispassionate and unresponsive. Remember, all emotions are telling us something, giving us a message so stop and listen. In the meantime, here are some tips to help when feeling dysfegulated.

29/07/2024

Are you always saying sorry, wanting everyone to like you and trying to please? This is very common and I often work with people to help them understand the reasons, because self-awareness can lead to positive change. There can be many complex reasons but the diagram below is a good example of where to start. Let me know your thoughts 🤔

29/07/2024

Love this. It reminds us of this advice from Laura, 21:

“Each morning, I mentally check in with myself to assess my mindset for the day ahead. This habit enables me to recognise my feelings, which helps me to better manage my emotions throughout the day. Also, I like to write my feelings down each morning to ensure that I continue my day with a clear and decluttered mindset.”

💡 TheTypeWriterDaily

12/05/2024

Don't underestimate the impact you might have on people. Being kind can make all the difference to someone & it makes you feel good too.

02/03/2024

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