Lianne Terry Counselling

02/12/2025

28/11/2025

IT’S OUT!!!!

The November issue of Embrace:Living Your Best Q***r Life is out today!

Packed with expert insights, personal stories, creativity and mental health tips- you’ll not want to miss this‼️

It should be in your inbox now, or if you’re not already signed up- please sign up for free here:

https://www.lianneterrycounselling.co.uk/magazine/

Please please share with your friends and networks ❤️

20/11/2025

❗️IT’S TOMORROW‼️

▪️On the 21st of November at 10am i’m going to talk to you about The Power of No: How Boundaries Create Freedom

As usual, we are at The Dandelion Tavern Cronton and I can’t wait!

You can book using this link:

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Or you can book directly with me, just drop me a message.

All events are £12

Please share with your friends and networks

And please note: My events are inclusive and as safe a space as possible

18/11/2025

Delivering the second week of a 6 week training course to a wonderful group today ❤️

06/11/2025

Why the Nervous System Is So Important for Mental Health

When we think about mental health, we often focus on thoughts and emotions; but underneath all of that lies the nervous system, quietly shaping how we feel, react, and cope with life.

It’s not just a biological network of nerves; it’s the foundation of our emotional stability, stress response, and overall sense of safety.

The nervous system constantly monitors our environment and internal state.

When we feel stressed or threatened, the sympathetic nervous system activates our “fight, flight, or freeze” response - increasing heart rate, tensing muscles, and heightening alertness. This is useful in short bursts, but when it stays activated for too long, it can lead to anxiety, burnout, and other mental health struggles.

On the other hand, the parasympathetic nervous system helps us calm down. It slows the heart rate, deepens breathing, and restores balance. This system supports rest, digestion, and recovery and it’s key to feeling safe and connected with others.

A healthy nervous system allows us to regulate emotions, handle stress, and respond to challenges without being overwhelmed. Practices like deep breathing, mindfulness, yoga, and time in nature can all help soothe the nervous system, reducing anxiety and improving mood.

In essence, caring for your nervous system is caring for your mind. When we nurture balance in the body, we create the conditions for emotional resilience, clarity, and peace.

05/11/2025

What’s your top well-being tip this week❓

04/11/2025

🌿 WHAT IS “DOING THE WORK”?

Understanding What It Really Means to Work on Your Mental Health

You’ve probably heard the phrase “do the work” when it comes to healing, therapy, or personal growth. It’s used a lot — but what does it actually mean?

“Doing the work” isn’t about being perfect, positive all the time, or having your life neatly figured out. It’s about turning inward with honesty and courage. It’s the ongoing process of understanding yourself - your patterns, wounds, values, and needs; and learning to respond to life with awareness instead of autopilot.

Here are some tips ⬇️

03/11/2025

Happy Monday

How are you feeling this week❓

❤️Brilliant - Ready for everything

🩷I’m feeling happy

🧡I’m ok

💛I’m not sure how I’m feeling

💚I’m not great, but will be ok

💙I’m really struggling

02/11/2025

Happy Sunday

What are you doing today for self-care?

23/10/2025

⭐️The Myth of Always Being Positive⭐️

▪️We live in a world that loves positivity. Social media feeds are full of quotes about “good vibes only” and smiling through the pain. On the surface, it sounds harmless; even inspiring. But underneath, the idea that we should always be positive can quietly become a heavy burden.

▪️Here’s the truth as I see it- nobody feels good all the time. Life is messy. Things go wrong. People let us down. And sometimes, we just wake up in a bad mood for no reason at all. Forcing ourselves to “stay positive” through everything can make us feel guilty or broken when we inevitably can’t.

▪️This is toxic positivity; when genuine human emotions get brushed aside in favour of a fake smile. It’s the “cheer up!” or “look on the bright side!” that sounds supportive but actually shuts down real conversation. When we skip over sadness, anger, or fear, we miss the chance to understand what those feelings are trying to tell us.

▪️Being human means experiencing the full range of emotions; not just the comfortable ones. Feeling sad can help us slow down and reflect. Anger can highlight where boundaries are being crossed. Even fear can protect us from danger. Emotions have purpose; they’re signals, not problems to fix.

▪️So instead of chasing constant positivity, try embracing honesty. It’s okay to say, “I’m not okay right now.” It’s okay to rest, cry, or ask for help. Real positivity grows naturally from self-compassion and acceptance, not from pretending everything’s fine.

▪️In the end, we don’t need “good vibes only.” We need real vibes—the kind that make us human

20/10/2025

Article I contributed to about ducks!

(Disclaimer- I am not a psychologist)

19/10/2025

As a counsellor, I’ve learned that so many misconceptions still surround mental health. Here are a few truths I wish more people understood:

· 🌱 Healing isn’t linear. Progress often comes with ups and downs- and that’s completely normal.

· 💬 Talking helps. You don’t have to face things alone. Opening up can be the first step toward real change.

· 🧠 Mental health is just as important as physical health. We need to nurture our minds the same way we care for our bodies.

· ❤️ You can look “fine” and still be struggling. Pain isn’t always visible, and that’s why compassion matters.

· 🕊️ Boundaries are healthy, not selfish. Saying no is a powerful act of self-respect.

· 🌤️ Seeking help is a sign of strength, not weakness. It takes courage to reach out and work on yourself.

· 🔄 Recovery takes time. Healing isn’t about “fixing” yourself — it’s about learning to understand and care for yourself differently.

· 🌸 You’re never too broken to heal. With the right support, change and peace are always possible.

✨ The more we talk about mental health openly and honestly, the more we help to break the stigma and make healing something we can all access.