Bucks Family Network

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 It's seeing them anxious, withdrawn, or stuck, and having no idea why or how to help.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.

12/11/2025

There is a real difference between "chatting" and "changing".

"Chatting" is what we do week after week. We talk about the same problems, vent, feel a bit better, and then repeat the loop.

"Changing" is different. It's intentional. It requires a process.

That is exactly why the 8-Week Transformation Programme was created. It is not an endless, open-ended talk. It is a finite, 8-week commitment to yourself. It's a structured journey, guided by the journal, designed to help you stop skimming the surface and finally get into the "nitty-gritty"—the whys behind your patterns.

This is your investment in finally shifting those things that have been holding you back. It’s about learning to live more freely and in harmony with yourself and the world around you.

Ready to start changing?
Discover the 8-Week Transformation at https://www.explorehealgrow.com/product-page/the-8-week-transformation-programme or visit us at www.bucksfamilynetwork.com

10/11/2025

We have an honest question for you all. Have you ever had a worry (about yourself or your child) but felt... a bit silly, or too overwhelmed, to book a whole therapy session for it?

We get it. That feeling of "I don't know where to start" or "Is this even a real problem?" is exactly why we've created our new Ask a Therapist service.

We wanted to make the first step to getting help feel less daunting.

It's simple: you get to ask one specific question, and a real, qualified therapist from our team will send you a personal, thoughtful reply to your inbox within 48 hours.

Worried about your child's anxiety?

Feeling overwhelmed and don't know what to do next?

Just curious if therapy could even help you?

This is a safe, confidential, and no-commitment way to get a "lightbulb moment" of clarity from a professional you can trust.

We're really proud of this and hope it can help you get one step closer to feeling better.

CTA: You can ask your question right here. We're ready to listen. https://www.bucksfamilynetwork.com/post/ask-a-therapist-online-mental-health

We all have them, those mental health worries, the ones that keep you awake at night. The questions you type into Google and then delete. The nagging concern about your child's behaviour or your own feelings that you just can't shake. That's why we've created our affordable 'Ask a Therapist' service...

31/10/2025

The clocks have gone back, and our bodies are in a state of confusion still!

The sudden loss of evening light, leaving work or school in the dark, and the disruption to our sleep patterns can be a huge jolt to the nervous system. For many of us, it's not just an inconvenience; it triggers a genuine low mood, a spike in anxiety, and a feeling of total exhaustion.

This isn't a personal failing. It's a real biological response. Please be extra compassionate with yourself this week. You don't have to just "push through." Acknowledging the struggle is the first step to managing it.

If this seasonal shift has woken up deeper feelings of anxiety or low mood, our team is here to help. We offer a space to build your resilience and make the winter months feel lighter.

Ready to talk? We're ready to listen. There's no waiting list, and we now offer in-person sessions in Maidenhead. Find support at www.bucksfamilynetwork.com and www.explorehealgrow.com

29/10/2025

We’ve been keeping two big secrets… and we’re so excited to finally share them with you!

First, we are thrilled to announce that Bucks Family Network is EXPANDING! We are now offering in-person, face-to-face sessions at our new, welcoming hub in Maidenhead.

(Don't worry, our wonderful team of male and female counsellors are all still here for you, offering online support and sessions in our other locations as usual. This just adds another wonderful option!)

Second, our founder, Justine, has launched a brand new personal website: www.explorehealgrow.com

This is her specialist space for her work in EMDR, ADHD coaching, and for clients using private medical insurance like AXA and Bupa.

On her new site, she's also launched the 8-Week Transformation Programme—a guided 'reset' to help you finally shift those things holding you back. It's an affordable, goal-focused investment in yourself (and you get lovely products sent to your door!).

Whether you need support from our team at BFN or are curious about the 8-Week Programme, we're here for you.

Explore the BFN team at www.bucksfamilynetwork.com Discover the new programme at www.explorehealgrow.com

25/10/2025

It's not a complicated self-care routine. It's having one meaningful conversation.

A moment where you feel truly seen and heard by another person. So much of our anxiety and low mood is fuelled by disconnection. A single moment of genuine connection can calm your nervous system and remind you that you are not alone.

Reach out to a friend. Be truly present with those you love. The smallest moments can have the biggest impact.

If you're struggling to connect, we can help you understand why. Find support at www.bucksfamilynetwork.com & www.explorehealgrow.com

24/10/2025

Introducing a New Way to Heal

Can you guess the number one reason people feel stuck in a loop with their mental health?

It's often because they are just 'coping' week-to-week, without a clear path forward.

That’s why our founder, Justine, has created The 8-Week Transformation Programme on her new site, Explore Heal Grow.

This isn't just therapy; it's a complete, guided journey with a clear beginning and end. It's designed to help you break through the issues holding you back and propel you forward into a better way of being. It includes one-to-one sessions, a guided journal, and wellbeing gifts sent to your door.

It’s a powerful and affordable way to truly invest in yourself.

If you are ready to move from just surviving to truly thriving, discover the programme at www.explorehealgrow.com

23/10/2025

Here's a fact most people ignore about meditation.

It's not about emptying your mind. That's impossible.

The real goal of meditation is to simply notice your thoughts without judgement. It's about learning to sit with the busy, chaotic, and sometimes critical chatter in your head and realise that you are not your thoughts.

Just five minutes of focusing on your breath can create a tiny space between you and your anxious feelings. In that space, you find your power to choose how you respond, rather than just being swept away by the current.

Struggling to find that space? Therapy can help you learn the tools. Find support at www.bucksfamilynetwork.com & www.explorehealgrow.com

22/10/2025

The Clocks Go Back This Weekend

I bet you don't know the real reason the dark evenings can make you feel so anxious.

It's not just the darkness itself. For our nervous systems, the sudden loss of evening light is an ancient signal to retreat and be on alert for danger. It can trigger feelings of isolation and activate older, unprocessed memories from past times we felt lonely or unsafe.

Your feeling of dread isn't an overreaction; it's a deep, primal response.

Being aware of this can be powerful. You can be proactive: get outside in the morning light, plan something comforting for the first dark evening, and be compassionate with yourself. Deeper therapies like EMDR can also help process the old memories the darkness is triggering, so they lose their power.

If you're dreading the seasonal shift, we can help you build your resilience.

Find support at www.bucksfamilynetwork.com or www.explorehealgrow.com.