Bucks Family Network

31/12/2025

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You do not need to be a "New You" at midnight.

As the countdown begins, the pressure to "fix" ourselves can feel overwhelming. We are sold the idea that when the clock strikes 12, we should leave our old selves behind and become a shiny, productive, perfectly organised version of who we are.

Here is a gentle permission slip to ignore that pressure.

You are not a renovation project. You do not need to be demolished and rebuilt.

If you are entering 2026 feeling tired, fragile, or exactly the same as you did yesterday—that is okay. Real growth is rarely about a midnight transformation; it is about slow, kind steps forward.

Take tonight at your own pace. We are sending you gentle wishes for the year ahead.

Whether you need the broad support of our BFN team or the focused, specialist tools at Explore Heal Grow, we are ready to help you move forward. Book your session today at www.bucksfamilynetwork.com or www.explorehealgrow.com.

29/12/2025

Why do I feel so sad when everything around me is covered in tinsel?

It is a strange and isolating feeling. The brighter the lights are outside, the darker it can feel on the inside.

This is often called the "Festive Disconnect." When the world demands joy, noise, and celebration, any internal sadness or numbness feels twice as heavy by comparison. You might feel guilty for not being "in the spirit," or exhausted from the sheer effort of masking your true feelings just to get through a family dinner.

But here is a gentle reminder: You do not have to match the sparkle outside.

Mental health challenges do not check the calendar and decide to take a break just because it is December. If you are feeling flat, grey, or just tired, honour that.

You are allowed to protect your energy.

You are allowed to step back from the noise.

You are allowed to just "be" without forcing a smile.

Don't force the sparkle. If you simply survive this week, that is enough.

And remember, if you need support in the New Year, we are ready for you.
We have no waiting list for January appointments.
Our links are in our bio or visit
www.bucksfamilynetwork.com
www.explorehealgrow.com

28/12/2025

We are currently in that strange, blurry week between Christmas and New Year. For some, it is a time of rest. But for many, this is when the adrenaline crash hits.

The pressure of "the perfect day" is over, the social battery is drained, and the sudden drop in busyness can actually leave you feeling quite flat, anxious, or low.

We just wanted to pop into your feed to say: You do not need to start your "New Year, New Me" plan today.

You do not need to be productive. You do not need to make big life decisions while you are recovering from the festive season.

If the only thing you achieve today is resting and eating leftovers, that is enough. Be gentle with yourself in the lull.

25/12/2025

You Are Not Alone This Christmas

While the world is celebrating, we know that for many, this time of year can feel incredibly difficult, lonely, or overwhelming.

It is okay if your Christmas does not look like a greeting card. It is okay to find it hard.

Please remember that even though our clinics are closed for the holidays, support is always available. You do not have to carry it all alone.

If you need immediate support, please reach out to one of these free services:

Samaritans: Call 116 123 (Open 24/7)

CALM: Call 0800 58 58 58 (Open 5pm – Midnight)

Shout: Text SHOUT to 85258 (24/7 text service)

Emergency: Dial 999

Sending gentle wishes to you all.
www.bucksfamilynetwork.com

23/12/2025

It has been a year of significant growth and change at Bucks Family Network. Before we sign off for the festive break, I wanted to share a final wrap-up.

I have written a newsletter detailing our plans for the New Year, including why we are introducing more flexible therapy bundles and the 8-Week Transformation Programme to help clients who feel stuck in traditional open-ended therapy.

We also confirm our current capacity for January for those seeking support.

Please find the link to our website in our bio or to view our last newsletter of the year copy and paste this link into your browser.
https://wix.to/6f7TLQo

10/12/2025

Why wait to start feeling better?
There is a strange pressure this time of year to just "hold on" until the holidays are over. We tell ourselves we will deal with our anxiety, our low mood, or our family stress in the New Year.

But right now—when the days are short and the pressure is high—is actually when you need support the most.

At Bucks Family Network, we don't believe you should have to wait for help. We are proud to say we have no waiting list.

Our team of experienced counsellors and therapists has availability for online and in-person appointments (in High Wycombe, Maidenhead, Slough, London and surrounding areas) right now, running all the way up to Christmas.

If you are struggling, this is your sign to reach out. You can be speaking to someone this week.
Visit www.bucksfamilynetwork.com to meet the team and book your session.

03/12/2025

Finding the right supervisor is the cornerstone of a healthy, sustainable practice. It shouldn't just be a box-ticking exercise; it should be a sanctuary where you can reflect, breathe, and grow.

Justine offers a collaborative, relational space for therapists at all stages of their career—from trainees to experienced EMDR practitioners. With a focus on trauma-informed practice and preventing burnout, this is a non-judgemental environment designed to help you build your confidence and refine your clinical skills.

Supervision is available online for therapists across the UK, or face-to-face in Buckinghamshire/Berkshire.

If you are looking for a supervisor who offers both nurturing support and gentle challenge, visit the link in our bio to arrange a free, no-obligation discovery call.
For more info please visit
www.bucksfamilynetwork.com
or
www.explorehealgrow.com

20/11/2025

Coming soon...
Have you recently been diagnosed with ADHD and feel like your life has been turned upside down?
Please visit us at www.explorehealgrow.com and www.bucksfamilynetwork.com to view our therapy bundles.
Best wishes,
Justine

18/11/2025

One reason people don't seek therapy is the fear that their problem isn't "bad enough."

That worry stops so many people from ever getting help. That's exactly why we created our Ask a Therapist service.

For just £15, it's the perfect first step. You can confidentially ask one question—about your own feelings, a parenting worry, anything—and a real, qualified UK therapist from our team will send you a personal reply within 48 hours.

No commitment. No pressure. Just clarity.

Stop wondering if your problem is "big enough." Get a real answer. Link in bio or visit www.bucksfamilynetwork.com.

17/11/2025

As therapists and counsellors, the work we do is both deeply rewarding and uniquely demanding.

Clinical supervision is the cornerstone of a healthy, ethical, and sustainable practice.

Clinical supervision in Bucks & online with Justine Briggs. Specialist support for EMDR therapists, trauma-informed counsellors, and trainees. Grow your practice safely.

15/11/2025

Feeling stuck...

You can't drift your way out of it. You can't just 'cope' and hope it goes away. Real, lasting change requires a real, focused commitment.

The 8-Week Transformation Programme is exactly that. It is a finite, 8-week investment in yourself. It’s a promise to stop repeating the same old patterns and finally do the work to find out why they're there.

It's a structured, guided process to help you build a better relationship with yourself, which in turn improves your relationships with everyone else. (Plus, you get lovely, hand-designed products sent straight to your door to support you on the journey).

It's time to invest in you. Discover the 8-Week Transformation at www.explorehealgrow.com.
https://www.explorehealgrow.com/product-page/the-8-week-transformation-programme

13/11/2025

You already know the hardest part of parenting a struggling child or teen.

It's the helplessness. It's seeing them anxious, withdrawn, or stuck, and having no idea why or how to help. You try to talk, but you can't get to the root of what's really worrying them.

The 8-Week Transformation Programme is a powerful, focused way to find a path through.

Whether it's for you as a parent (to give you clarity) or for your young person, this 8-week guided journal and therapy process is designed to pinpoint what's causing the anxiety. It's not just "chatting." It's a tool that helps you both get to the "nitty-gritty" and find the "whys" behind the struggle.

This 8-week investment is about giving you and your family the tools to understand each other, break the cycle, and find a better, calmer way of living together.

Find a way forward for your family.
Discover the 8-Week Transformation at https://www.explorehealgrow.com/product-page/the-8-week-transformation-programme
Our wider team at www.bucksfamilynetwork.com is also here to support you.