Willow Rise Counselling

16/04/2026

✨ Affirmations for Counsellors I think we all need to remember ✨
Some maybe more relevant to me today...

15/04/2026

It's important to know the difference between being empathic and being a people pleaser.

You don't have to abandon your own needs and comfort to help and support others.

Empathy can still be there within boundaries and self care. ✨

25/03/2026

To make counselling more accessible, I offer a limited number of concessional rates.

Availability is currently limited, so please don’t hesitate to get in touch.

I also offer a free 15-minute initial chat—a relaxed, no-pressure way to see if we’re a good fit and to learn more.

📞 07455 711175
✉️ abbie@willowrisecounselling.co.uk

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18/03/2026

These are honourable traits but often linked with being a "people pleaser".. Which can come at a cost.

Being a “people pleaser” can often look like kindness, care, and going the extra mile—but underneath, it can come at a real cost to your wellbeing.

✨ In relationships
Saying “yes” when you mean “no,” avoiding conflict or feeling responsible for other people’s emotions can leave you feeling drained, unheard, or even resentful.

💼 In your career
Taking on too much, struggling to set boundaries or fearing disappointing others can lead to burnout, overwhelm and your own needs being overlooked.

👨‍👩‍👧 In parenting
Wanting to keep the peace at all costs can make it harder to hold boundaries, leaving you feeling exhausted and often resentful.

💔 In your self-esteem
When your worth becomes tied to others’ approval, it can be difficult to feel confident, secure, or truly valued for who you are.

People pleasing isn’t a flaw—it’s often something we’ve learned as a way to feel safe, accepted, or loved. But you deserve relationships and a life where your needs matter too.

- It’s okay to take up space.
- It’s okay to have boundaries.
- It’s okay to choose yourself.

If this resonates with you, you’re not alone—and it is possible to find a healthier balance.

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13/03/2026

✨ Self-Awareness is life changing ✨

It allows you to understand your behaviour, why you react the way you do and the patterns you seem to repeat.

It's only when we fully know ourselves we are capable of change.

09/03/2026

✨ New Availability ✨

I understand how difficult it can be to find time for yourself when life feels busy and the weeks seem to pass in the blink of an eye.

For many people, committing to regular weekly or fortnightly sessions can feel overwhelming or simply hard to fit into an already full schedule. That's why I offer a flexible approach for my clients - working with you and your needs each week, with no pressure and no added stress.

To better support those with busy routines, I'm now able to offer additional availability to help with flexibility.

If you're considering counselling and would like to learn more about how I work, please feel free to get in touch.

26/02/2026

1. Your Appearance - come in your pyjamas, after the gym, hood up or glammed up. There's no need to present anyone else but yourself here.

2. Swearing - express yourself as you like, you don't need to change your language to be taken seriously.

3. TMI - 'too much information' doesn't exist here, if it's important to you, it's welcome.

4. Big, Messy Emotions - Anger, Jealousy, Shame, Despair. It will never be too much in this space.

5. Disagreeing with me - Challenging me doesn't offend me. It helps us do better work.

🌿 You don’t have to filter yourself here. Therapy isn’t about being impressive, polite, or perfectly put together — it’s about being real.

If you want meaningful change, it starts with being honest about who you are right now. 🌿

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23/02/2026

Real change doesn’t begin with criticism — it begins with acceptance.

When we meet ourselves with honesty and compassion, growth becomes possible.

20/02/2026

Setting healthy boundaries isn’t about building walls — it’s about building respect. 🤍

You can love deeply and still say “no.”
You can care deeply and still choose yourself.
You can support others without sacrificing your own wellbeing.

Boundaries protect your energy, strengthen relationships, and create space for honest connection.

If this feels hard, you’re not alone — it’s a skill, and skills can be learned.

16/02/2026

As we step into a new week, pause and breathe 🤍

This is your fresh start!
New goals
New challenges
New expectations
New mindsets
New accomplishments

Move with intention. Slow down where you need to. And in the midst of it all, don’t forget to make space for joy. ✨

14/02/2026

For some, it's flowers and dinner reservations.

For others, it's grief and longing.

Whatever today brings up for you, I hope that there is kindness and some self-love.

It's easy to get caught up in the build-up around Valentines Day - the gifts, the grand gestures, the romantic dinners. It's everywhere we look, on TV, across social media and in the shop windows.

But remember there isn't a 'right' way to spend today.

Notice what you need, set your own expectations and spend the day that feels comfortable and kind for you 💕

10/02/2026

For the frequently asked question: "Why did you become a Counsellor?"

🤍 Being unaplogetically yourself is a beautiful thing 🤍