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Fiona Adams | Counsellor/ Psychotherapist 🌿
Gain clarity, feel empowered & take control of your life.

Supporting anxiety, stress, relationships
🤍 Infertility, pregnancy trauma & baby loss
💛 Supporting teens, young adults & neurodivergent clients. Fiona Adams | Counsellor 🌿

Helping you see things more clearly, feel empowered, and take control of your life. I support clients with anxiety, depression, stress, bereavement, relationships, and more.

💛 Special interest in chronic pain & health conditions
🤍 Trained in infertility & pregnancy trauma support
✨ Build confidence, gain clarity, and move forward positively

📍 Online & in-person sessions
📩 Get in touch to start your journey!

06/04/2026

Anyone else feeling the aftermath of Easter? 😅

The bank holiday is over… routines are a bit off… the house might feel a little chaotic… and if the kids are still off school, it can feel like a lot.

After all the family time, noise, and busyness, it’s really normal to feel a bit drained.

You might notice:
– You’re more irritable than usual
– You feel emotionally tired
– You’re craving quiet or space
– Everything feels a bit overwhelming

That doesn’t mean you’ve done anything wrong… it just means your system needs a moment to reset 🤍

So today (and the rest of the holidays), go gently:

Take small pockets of quiet where you can
Lower the expectations a little
Let things be a bit “good enough”
Step outside for some air if it all feels too much

And keep checking in with yourself…
“What do I need right now?”

You don’t have to bounce back instantly just because the long weekend is over.

It’s okay to take your time finding your rhythm again 💝

25/03/2026

I feel like I’ve been a bit quiet on here lately… life has been busy in the best (and slightly chaotic!) way 💛 so I thought I’d pop on and have a little catch up.

Work-wise, I’m still very much doing what I love. I’m continuing my role in school, supporting children, and I’m also working in private practice with adults, teenagers, and children which I absolutely love. Every day looks a little different, but that’s what makes it so meaningful 💐

Alongside counselling, I’ve been working on something really special behind the scenes… I’ve written a children’s book all about Katie a young carer. Second book about is being illustrated as we speak about Kenny a young carer to his brother. It’s something very personal to me, and I really hope it helps children feel seen and understood. www.bonnieheartsbooks.co.uk

I’ve also been creating some gentle resources to help children talk about their feelings and emotions things that can be used at home, in schools, or in sessions. It’s all about making those conversations feel a little easier 💛

It’s been a busy season, but a really lovely one, and I feel so grateful to be doing work that means so much to me.

I do have a small number of counselling spaces available at the moment, so if you’ve been thinking about reaching out, please feel free to message me. I’m always happy to have a chat and see if I can help 😊

Fiona 💛

23/02/2026

Struggling doesn’t mean you’re weak.

It doesn’t mean you’re not trying hard enough or that you should be coping better.
Often, it means you’ve been holding things together for a long time without much support.

Some struggles are visible.
Others are quiet, internal, and easy for others to miss.

If you’re finding things hard, you’re not failing , you’re human.

You’re welcome to get in touch when it feels right.

20/02/2026

Many people feel they should be coping better than they are.
They tell themselves that others have it worse, or that they should just “push through”.

But struggling doesn’t mean you’re failing.
It means something in you is asking for care, understanding, or support.

You don’t need the perfect words or a clear reason to reach out.

Take your time, but remember you can do this one step at a time.
Dm me for a quick chat 🌿

13/02/2026

It’s completely normal to feel nervous or uncertain before starting counselling.

Many people hesitate because they’re not sure what to expect, worry they won’t know what to say, or wonder if their struggles are “serious enough”.

That hesitation doesn’t mean you’re not ready.
Often, it means you care about yourself and your wellbeing enough to pause and think carefully about what you need.

You don’t have to rush.
You don’t have to have everything figured out before you begin.

Take your time. Support is here when you’re ready.

11/02/2026

A lot of people worry they won’t know what to say in counselling.
They feel pressure to explain everything clearly or have a specific reason for coming.

You don’t need the right words.
You don’t need a plan.
You can start exactly where you are.

You’re welcome to get in touch when it feels right.🌿

09/02/2026

Many people wait until they reach a breaking point before asking for help.

They tell themselves things aren’t “bad enough yet”, or that they should be able to cope on their own.
But support doesn’t have to be earned through crisis.

You’re allowed to ask for help because things feel heavy.
Because you’re tired.
Because something doesn’t feel right.

You don’t need to justify it or compare your experience to anyone else’s.

You’re welcome to get in touch when it feels right.

07/02/2026

Anxiety doesn’t always look like panic.

Sometimes it’s quiet.
Sometimes it’s exhausting.
Sometimes it’s hidden so well that no one else can see it — and you might even question it yourself.

But that doesn’t make it any less real.

If this resonates, you’re not broken.
It often means your nervous system has been working really hard for a long time.

Support is available when you’re ready.

05/02/2026

Anxiety doesn’t always look the way people expect it to.

For some people, it’s loud and obvious.
For others, it’s quieter, overthinking, tension in the body, constant worry, or always feeling “on edge”.

You might still appear calm on the outside.
You might still be doing what needs to be done.
That doesn’t mean anxiety isn’t affecting you.

If this resonates, there’s nothing wrong with you.
It’s a sign that your nervous system has been working hard for a long time.

You’re welcome to get in touch when it feels right. 🌿

03/02/2026

often hear people say, “I’m coping, so I shouldn’t complain.”

But coping and struggling can exist at the same time.
You can be getting through the day, meeting expectations, and still finding things hard underneath it all. 🌺

Struggling doesn’t mean you’re failing.
It doesn’t mean you’re ungrateful, weak, or not trying hard enough.
It often means you’ve been carrying more than people realise.

You don’t need to reach a breaking point to deserve support.
And you don’t have to minimise how you’re feeling just because you’re managing. 💐🌼

You’re welcome to get in touch when it feels right. 📩

31/01/2026

I know first-hand how powerful animals can be for our mental health 🐾

There are days when words feel heavy, energy is low, or emotions feel hard to untangle. And in those moments, my dog offers something very simple but deeply meaningful - presence.

No judgement.
No fixing.
Just quiet companionship.

I see how animals can help regulate our nervous system, ease anxiety, and remind us to slow down and breathe. Sometimes it’s the routine of caring for them, sometimes it’s the comfort of sitting beside them, and sometimes it’s just knowing you’re not alone.

As a counsellor, I know the theory.
As a human, I feel the impact.

Mental health support doesn’t always look like talking. Sometimes it looks like muddy paws, fresh air, and a loyal friend by your side 💛

DogsAndMentalHealth GentleSupport SelfCare

10/10/2025

🌍World Mental Health Day 🌏

Even tangled minds can find balance.

Like many people, I’ve had my own quiet struggles. Moments when life has felt overwhelming, and I’ve had to pause, breathe and remind myself it’s okay to ask for help.

This day is an important reminder that we all have mental health, and looking after it matters just as much as our physical health.

Talking, sharing and reaching out can make such a difference, none of us are meant to do this alone.

Take time to talk. Take back a little control. 🪴

❤️ ❤️

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