Open Minds Therapy Ribble Valley

08/04/2026

When we're stressed, overworked, anxious, our nervous systems become deregulated & it's often difficult to get back on track. Working with our clients to understand what's going on for them, both in mind and body, can help to regulate the nervous system & provide tools and exercises for future use.
We've created a short blog to help you understand why you might be feeling like life is just too difficult at the moment but please reach out if you think we can help further...

https://www.openmindstherapy.net/post/understanding-your-nervous-system

05/04/2026

This time of year is known for its April showers. The emotional release that comes from therapy and healing often looks like lots of tears (April showers) alogn with unpredictable thoughts and moods (like the unpredictable weather).

If you feel like things need to change and need help and support to make them, consider therapy, & we can guide & support you through these changes.

01/04/2026

Spring cleaning doesn't only have to apply to your home. Spring encourages growth, reset and new beginnings. It's the perfect time for a personal reset & a journey of self-discovery. Contact us if you've been thinking about therapy & wondering how it might help.....

15/03/2026

28/02/2026

Things I’ve experienced as the mother of a child with Charcot Marie Tooth Disease - a progressive neuromuscular condition that affects 1 in 2500 people:

✔️ Intense grief at diagnosis after testing, even though I knew in my heart it would come back positive.
✔️ Anguish at seeing him in physical pain, knowing I couldn’t take it away.
✔️ Pain at his distress at not being the same as his peers and not being able to keep up with them.
✔️ Frustration and anger with school for failing to understand what his limitations were.
✔️ Fear that he would die either from complications from his condition or during surgery.
✔️ Horror at being told he might not be able to walk after surgery.
✔️ Sorrow that my other children were affected too.
✔️ Helplessness at a number of factors far too many to list.
✔️ Resentment that life was so bloody hard for him and for us.
✔️ Trauma
✔️ Therapy to try and work through all of the above.
✔️ Pride at his strength, courage and resilience.

I’m going to stop there because, honestly, this is a really hard post for me to write.

What living through this has given me is a passion to help other parents going through it. The medical field can be amazing but it’s definitely lacking in empathic understanding at times.

If any of this resonated with you and you feel you’d benefit from some support, please contact us at:
info@openmindstherapy.net

Gemma 💕

26/02/2026

We know that there are assumptions around therapy and what it looks like - but all we ask is that you are prepared to bring as much of yourself as you can then trust your therapist and in the process .... It's simple really, the hardest bit is taking the first step in contacting us and we know that takes courage. You'll know when you're ready.

23/02/2026

We can't deny it - as therapists, we can't get enough of talking!!! Whether it's talking to friends or talking to us - we support it!😏🥰

09/02/2026

This week is Farm Safety Foundation - Yellow Wellies annual week, aimed at raising awareness of mental health struggles in the farming community.

Did you know that at Open Minds we have therapists with lived experience of farming? This means we’re in the unique position of having a much deeper level of understanding of the challenges that you may be facing that may be making life feel particularly tough for you.
Please reach out if you feel you could benefit from speaking to somebody - your mental health is as precious as your physical health.
info@openmindstherapy.net

23/01/2026

Here at Open Minds Therapy, we understand that the thought of going to therapy can be scary. It also takes time and money, which is a big consideration for most of us. With that said, our February offer allows you to try your first session and a reduced rate, for both one to one therapy as well as couples and relationship sessions. If you're ready to take the plunge, we're here to offer you support and a safe space.

Visit our website for more information www.openmindstherapy.net

21/01/2026

Many of you will have seen the 'Beckham Family Feud' headlines over the last day or so, but sadly, family estrangement is not uncommon.
We are all familiar with divorce as estrangement but it happens with parents, children siblings and even friends. When you're involved, it can be difficult to navigate and often leaves us with feelings of anger, frustration sadness and grief.
At Open Minds Therapy we can help you process and come to terms with whatever you're going through so please reach out....

19/01/2026

It doesn't have to be blue - change the narrative!!!

15/01/2026

Over the last couple of months I've been studying all aspects of grief and bereavement and developing my understanding of how best to work with people when they are struggling following a loss. That loss may be of someone significant in your life or another kind of loss such were you feel you've lost your identity or purpose for example following divorce, illness, changes in health or losing a job. If any of this applies to you, contact me via phone or email. Details are in my bio. I'm based in Longridge