Sisu Therapy

29/03/2026

26/03/2026

26/03/2026

20/03/2026

16/03/2026

Feeling overwhelmed by setbacks? Try three simple Sisu-inspired rituals you can start today — to shift how you respond and feel. 1) Micro-commitments: pick a tiny, doable action (make a cup of tea, step outside for 2 minutes). CBT links: break tasks into manageable steps and reframe “I can’t” into “I can try this small thing.” Real outcome: reduced avoidance and steadier mood. 2) Anchor breathing with purpose: inhale for 4, exhale for 6 while naming one helpful thought (e.g., “I am learning”). CBT links: notice automatic thoughts and replace unhelpful ones with balanced alternatives. Real outcome: calmer nerves and clearer decisions. 3) Values check: pause and ask “Does this action match what matters to me?” CBT links: behavioural experiments that test choices against values. Real outcome: more meaningful actions and improved motivation. These are low-barrier, evidence-informed steps I use with clients across Ayrshire, blending CBT with an integrative approach. Want to try one today? Book a session or learn more: https://wix.to/M9ZDGPg

15/03/2026

07/03/2026

Little moments of joy. #

06/03/2026

Feeling overwhelmed by anxiety or low mood? At Sisu Therapy I use personalised CBT to help you become your own therapist — with collaborative formulation, thought records, graded exposure and practical skill rehearsal. I am a qualified therapist who blends evidence-based techniques with the quiet resilience of ’sisu’ to build lasting coping skills. Ready to try a practical, compassionate approach in Ayr? Book a consultation: https://wix.to/KwQIyxJ

05/03/2026

https://www.ewantownhead.com/finding-light-on-the-dark-road/ I found this lovely image here, along with an interesting blog- a different perspective on depression. 😊Get in touch if you’d like some company to help you find your way out of the darkness. https://www.psychologytoday.com/profile/1611566

03/03/2026

Feeling overwhelmed by anxiety or low mood? You’re not alone — and help is closer than you might think. At Sisu Therapy I combine tailored CBT techniques with the Finnish idea of ‘sisu’ — quiet strength — to help you build lasting coping skills and become your own therapist.

Whether you prefer face-to-face or online sessions, I’ll work with you to create a practical plan: small steps, realistic goals and tools you can use every day. Have questions or unsure where to start? Reach out — I’m here to listen.

Let’s take the first step together. 🌿💬

Read more and book a chat: https://wix.to/L4ZWv2P