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ShorePsychologycic Shore Psychology is dedicated to providing accessible, trauma-informed, evidence based psychological services.

Firmly grounded in values of quality, safety, equity, authenticity and innovation. The mission to make psychology more accessible for all.

Many organisations want to be inclusive, but everyday working habits can still make work harder than it needs to be. Oft...
16/04/2026

Many organisations want to be inclusive, but everyday working habits can still make work harder than it needs to be.

Often, what helps is quite practical.

* Clearer communication.
* Written follow-up after meetings.
* Appropriate work environments.
* More explicit expectations.
* Fewer unwritten rules.

These are not special arrangements. They are sensible ways of organising work.

In our latest article, we look at five common mistakes organisations make around neurodiversity in the workplace, and the practical changes that can help.

Read more on our website - https://www.shorepsychology.co.uk/neurodiversity-in-the-workplace-common-mistakes/

Some couples find themselves having the same argument again and again, with different details but the same ending.On the...
08/04/2026

Some couples find themselves having the same argument again and again, with different details but the same ending.

On the surface, the conflict may seem to be about chores, parenting, money, time, or tone. But often the real difficulty is the pattern underneath the conversation.
One person may push for reassurance while the other withdraws. One may try to raise a concern while the other hears criticism. Over time, both can end up feeling hurt, defensive, and alone in the relationship.
Couples counselling can help make that pattern clearer.
When you can see the cycle you are both caught in, it becomes easier to step out of blame, communicate more openly, and respond to each other differently.
That shift can be the start of feeling more connected again.
To learn more about couples counselling at Shore, visit our website or book a free 15-minute Navigation Call.

Many people assume couples counselling is something you turn to when a relationship is close to breaking point.But often...
02/04/2026

Many people assume couples counselling is something you turn to when a relationship is close to breaking point.

But often, couples come to us long before it gets there.

Sometimes it’s not one big event, but a gradual sense of disconnection. Conversations feel harder. The same arguments keep coming back around. You might feel unheard, misunderstood, or a bit further apart than you used to.

Couples counselling creates space to slow things down, understand what’s happening between you, and find a different way forward together.

Reaching out doesn’t mean your relationship has failed.
More often, it means it matters enough to invest in.

If you’ve been wondering whether couples counselling could help, you can read more on our website or book a free 15-minute Navigation Call to talk through your next step.

When do you need counselling?You don’t need to have it all figured out before getting in touch. Counselling can be a goo...
23/03/2026

When do you need counselling?

You don’t need to have it all figured out before getting in touch.

Counselling can be a good place to start if life just feels… heavy.

If you’re going over the same worries, feeling overwhelmed, or struggling to make sense of things.

It’s not just for crisis.
Sometimes it’s simply about having a safe space to talk.

At Shore, we start with curiosity and understanding — not judgement.

You don’t need to know whether it’s “counselling” or “therapy.”

You just need to start somewhere.

✨ Read more about how to know where to start: https://www.shorepsychology.co.uk/counselling-vs-psychological-therapy-how-to-know-where-to-start/

Many people wonder about the difference between counselling and psychological therapy.It’s one of the most common questi...
18/03/2026

Many people wonder about the difference between counselling and psychological therapy.

It’s one of the most common questions we hear.
You do not need to have that answer before seeking support.

For many people, counselling can offer a space to talk through what’s been weighing on them, with the support of someone trained to listen and help.

We’ve written a short article explaining the difference between counselling and psychological therapy, and how to think about where to begin.

👉https://www.shorepsychology.co.uk/counselling-vs-psychological-therapy-how-to-know-where-to-start/

Shore Psychology is ONE! 🎂A year ago we had:✨ CIC status🏢 A building (very much mid-refurb… and very much over budget 😅)...
12/02/2026

Shore Psychology is ONE! 🎂

A year ago we had:
✨ CIC status
🏢 A building (very much mid-refurb… and very much over budget 😅)
👩‍⚕️ Five clinicians
📋 An ops manager who interviewed on a building site
🤝 Two incredible charity partners
💛 And a LOT of support from friends, family and colleagues

Twelve months later… wow.

We’ve delivered over 1,500 therapy sessions to children, young people, adults and families.

Our clinician team has grown by 460% (still slightly mind-blowing).
We’ve provided wellbeing support for local GPs.

And as a social enterprise, we’ve reinvested back into our community through:
🌿 Ongoing pro bono support via our charity partners
🧘 Community activities like yoga, wreath making and Nia dancing

We’ve also been award finalists twice and proud winners of a Build-It Award 🏆

But more than anything — we’ve built a clinical community. One rooted in quality, compassion and access.

To everyone who has supported, referred, collaborated, cheered us on or trusted us with your care — thank you. Truly.

✨ Year Two has already begun… and we’re just getting started.

Many resolutions fail at the action stage — not because people don’t care, but because the goal is too vague.Clear, beha...
19/01/2026

Many resolutions fail at the action stage — not because people don’t care, but because the goal is too vague.

Clear, behaviour-focused goals and simple planning make change easier to start and easier to repeat.

You don’t need to overhaul your life this January. You just need to know what you’re doing next.

👉 You can read our full, evidence-based guide to behaviour change here https://www.shorepsychology.co.uk/a-practical-evidence-based-guide-to-success-with-new-years-resolutions/

Due to rapid growth, Shore Psychology is expanding its team and we’re looking for passionate professionals to join us.Cu...
15/01/2026

Due to rapid growth, Shore Psychology is expanding its team and we’re looking for passionate professionals to join us.

Current opportunities: • Clinical Psychologists • Psychological Therapists • EMDR Specialists

As a Social Enterprise, Shore Psychology reinvests back into the local community. This means that by working with us, you’re not only delivering high-quality, trauma-informed psychological care — you’re also helping to make mental health support more accessible for those who need it most.

If you’re values-driven, collaborative, and motivated to make a meaningful impact, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply by sending your CV and a short cover letter to: hello@shorepsychology.co.uk

Help us continue to grow, support, and strengthen our community.

Our Relax Kids Programme is a gentle, evidence-informed wellbeing course designed to help children understand their emot...
12/01/2026

Our Relax Kids Programme is a gentle, evidence-informed wellbeing course designed to help children understand their emotions, manage anxiety and learn practical tools for calm.

Through movement, breathing, mindfulness, games and creative activities, children are supported to build confidence and emotional regulation skills they can use every day.

📅 Starts Friday 23 January (6-week block)
👧 Ages 5–8: 2.00–3.00pm
🧒 Ages 8–12: 3.15–4.15pm
📍 Small, supportive group sessions
💛 Led by an experienced mental health practitioner

If your child would benefit from learning how to relax, regulate and feel more confident in themselves, this programme offers a safe and nurturing space to do just that.

Give us a call and book now ❤️

Every January, many people assume they’ve failed because they didn’t “try hard enough”.In reality, behaviour change is d...
08/01/2026

Every January, many people assume they’ve failed because they didn’t “try hard enough”.

In reality, behaviour change is difficult because it asks us to work against habits, routines, environments and stress that have built up over years.

Psychological research shows that sustainable change doesn’t rely on willpower or perfection.

It relies on practical, evidence-based tools that make behaviours easier to start, easier to repeat, and easier to return to after setbacks.

If change feels hard right now, you’re not broken.

You just haven’t been given the tools yet.

Check out our Practical, Evidence-Based Guide to Success with New Year’s Resolutions on our website here - https://www.shorepsychology.co.uk/a-practical-evidence-based-guide-to-success-with-new-years-resolutions/

As we move into a new year, we want to acknowledge that January can bring many different feelings.For some, it’s hopeful...
06/01/2026

As we move into a new year, we want to acknowledge that January can bring many different feelings.

For some, it’s hopeful. For others, it’s heavy, uncertain, or simply tiring.

There’s no “right” way to start the year.

Wishing you a gentle start to the year, whatever it holds for you. Happy New Year from all of us at Shore Psychology.

We’ll be sharing some practical, evidence-based support over the coming weeks for anyone thinking about change this January.

19/12/2025

Our Child Psychotherapist & Play Therapist Abigail Sinclair talks about why many neurodivergent children struggle over the festive season

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