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Emily Duffy Therapy

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Online Integrative Therapist in the UK
I work with identity e.g. I'm an ENM & LGBTQ+ affirmative therapist.

sexuality, gender, neurodivergence, chronic illness, and mental health, the relationship with "self", and how you then relate to the outside world and the people around you. I work in an integrative approach meaning I adapt my way of working to your preferences, where possible, in a collaborative way. We will talk about what it is you would like to get out of counselling and look at ways we can do this. My core way of working is offering a safe and non-judgemental space through person centred counselling and it's core conditions, which are to hold you with unconditional positive regard, empathy, and congruence. From here I layer on tools and techniques from other approaches such as gestalt ways of working (metaphors, 'here & now' work, somatic exploration), ways of working from MBCT/SFT/CBT (using mindfulness techniques to explore our ways of thinking, looking at how this can be different, and how this can then impact our behaviour/emotions), and CFT/ACT (looking at our internal narrative, how we can be more compassionate and accepting to ourselves). Depending on what it is you're wanting to explore, how long we work together, and your preferences, will depend on the techniques used in our sessions. If you are considering short term work with myself then we will look at the most pressing issue you would like to focus on, whereas longer term work will allow more breadth of work.

31/12/2025

Happy New Year's Eve all ✨️

Cue Psychostick - Happy F**king New Year 🤘 (insta doesn't let me add copyrighted music anymore 😑)

I don't really do resolutions anymore, instead I quite like what I've seen others do of carrying over a word with me for next year.

So 2026 for me is going to be ꪱׁׅꪀׁׅtׁׅꫀׁׅܻꪀׁׅtׁׅꪱׁׅᨵׁׅꪀׁׅ.

I want to be more intentional with my time. I've found I am sooooo passive because of brain fog and fatigue, but because of this I've not done any crafts or any hobbies I really enjoy!!

This evening, I am going to be spending the evening with my partner and the woofs trying to keep them calm through the fireworks 🎆
Whatever you get up to I hope it's what you need!

What word will you carry over for 2026? 💚

#2026

30/12/2025

My latest blog post, "perfectionism in society" is out now 💚

Coincidentally, this has been in my drafts for over a year now, and I finally got round to doing it 😂

And even more coincidentally, just in time for anyone looking to make resolutions - you don't have to be perfect! You're human!

This post explores:
💚 Definitions
💚 Examples of perfectionism in society
💚 When Perfectionism can be good
💚 The Perception Skew
💚 What we can do to challenge perfectionism within ourselves?
💚 Resources

Check it out now via the link or through my bio 😊
https://www.emilyduffytherapy.co.uk/post/perfectionism-in-society

29/12/2025

Really looking forward to this training with the wonderful .beat.therapy ✨️

I consider myself an ally, in life and as a therapist, but I also feel like my allyship is something I need to work on daily - to continue challenging my privilege, to challenge transphobia, to keep learning, and to keep listening to and raising up trans voices 💚

I think learning about intersectionality and how it impacts is something that is ongoing for all of us, and so doing training like this is always worth it, even if it affirms what you're already doing!

Trans lives matter, and when they've been scapegoated by society and governments - training, education, awareness, and allyship are so important.

What're your thoughts on this? Any training you'd recommend?

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18/12/2025

It's that time of year to repost these beauts ✨️😂

I love this time of year, but it is mixed in with grief and loss, all of which can cause havoc with my chronic illnesses!! So much so even breaks can make me more exhausted 🙃 (worth it though).

Do you relate to any? 💚

15/12/2025

Practicing gratitude isn't easy! ✨️

Sometimes it can make us feel content or at ease, sometimes it can make us feel like what's the point?, and other times we might not be able to find any gratitude!

When we're in the darkness, finding gratitude can be magical becuase it is really difficult to do. And this isn't to force yourself either - we're not talking toxic positivity of having to do this and forget the sh*t - but more, we can have gratitude in amongst all the difficulties in life and hold both alongside each other. Similar to having self compassion of holding ourselves accountable whilst also holding ourselves with kindness.

Gratitude got me through some really tough times. Just trying to remember what put a smile on my face or brought me some sort of joy even for a millisecond helped remind me there can be some good.

Sunsets and sunrises are one of those things for me. To be to stand and take in the beauty of them gives me gratitude of just existing in that moment, even with all of the chaos around us. It was so nice to see this sunset on my walk with my dogs on holiday and have the time and space to take it in.

Of course gratitude alone can't change circumstances or "fix" anything, but it can be a useful addition to the many ways of coping or surviving. We can't use gratitude to get our of oppressive systems, abuse, chronic illness, etc. It is just a way to try and help ease the mental strain of it all that can work for some.

“That was her magic, she could still see the sunset, even on the darkest days.” —Atticus

Do you practice gratitude? 💚

06/12/2025

Can't believe I'm 35! 🥳🤯

I'm spending the week in my happy place so will continue to be fairly quiet on here 😌

This year has been tough. A lot of challenges and difficulties going on behind the scenes, but there have also been lots of lovely moments too.

I always find birthdays a time of celebration and reflection. I am so proud of how much I've done in my life already. I also can't believe how much my life has changed from chronic illness and continues to do so. I am so grateful for the people who have stuck around and miss many who have lost touch.

I am hopeful I can keep giving back to others in this next year as well as staying gentle with myself with some upcoming challenges!!

I'm just grateful I'm able to actually have a break this year with my woofs and partner - it is absolutely a privilege to be able to get away, take time off, go for walks in nature, and be with thise I love 💚

How do you feel about birthdays? 🎂

25/11/2025

Ever feel like the universe is testing you? 😅

Had a GP appointment for my migraines and said "at least my glasses help the eye strain".....

Forward to later that night; I'm making a cup of tea, hear a crunch, run into the lounge, and see one of my dogs has bitten into said glasses 🙈 thankfully he didn't hurt himself!! It was definitely a "do I laugh or cry?" moment.

It can feel like this in private practice too. I have people get in touch for sessions when I'm not actively advertising. Then when I decide to open up more space and advertise....crickets 🫠

I swear whenever I say, "I'm going to slow down a little" more lands on my plate. And if I decide to do more, it goes quiet. I'm gonna take it as a sign to focus on all I've got going on anyway with my resources, CPD courses, and personal life!!

Anyone else get moments like this? 💚

24/11/2025

Still one of my favourite analagies I've come up with 💚

Our inner narratives, thought processes, and behaviours can take time to change through lots of practice.

The more we practice the more it becomes engrained.

The analogy - our thought processes, narratives, and behaviours are shaped over our life like a river in the ground. When we start to challenge and change these processes it can be like taking a stick and dragging it in the ground in the direction we want the water to go in. Eventually you will shape the ground enough that the water will take and redirect.
It will never completely redirect, the old river divet still exists, but over time the new direction will be stronger.

Does this resonate with you? 🏞

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23/11/2025

Getting in the holiday spirit early this year ✨️

We're away for a little bit of December so we like to put our decorations up early so we can enjoy them, but this time of year is always a mix of emotions for me, and many others, and this year is no different!

This time of year holds a lot of loss for my family and in-laws too. So it often leads to a lot of reflection.

But then it's also my birthday in December and I have always loved this time of year.

So, the decorations are up, hot chocoleat with all the fixings is enjoyed, and the first "Christmas" film is on (Krampus).

How do you manage in these months? 💚

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