Dragonfly Counselling

20/02/2026

Care isn’t loud.
It isn’t grand gestures or perfect words.

It’s the quiet things:
• checking in
• listening without fixing
• sitting beside someone in their hard moment
• softening your voice when someone feels fragile

Care is also this —
turning that same kindness toward yourself.

Because many of us are brilliant at caring for others,
yet unsure how to receive it…
or offer it inward.

On Care Day, a gentle invitation:

✨ Where could you offer more care —
to someone else,
or to yourself?

Care strengthens connection.
It builds safety.
It reminds us we don’t have to carry everything alone.

If you’re longing for a space where you are listened to with warmth and respect, counselling can be a place of steady, consistent care.

You deserve support too. 🤍

Email: steph@dragonflycounselling.uk
Tel: 07956 019328
www.dragonflycounselling.uk

14/02/2026

For the Hearts That Feel Tender Today.

Not because there’s something wrong with you —
but because it can shine a light on what’s missing.

Maybe it’s:
• a relationship that ended
• love that never felt safe
• being partnered, yet feeling lonely
• grief for someone you’ve lost
• the quiet wish that this day meant something different

While the world celebrates romance, many people are just trying to get through the day.

If Valentine’s Day brings up sadness, anger, numbness, or longing — you’re not broken.
You’re human.

Counselling can be a place where those feelings don’t need fixing, masking, or minimising.
Just space. Understanding. And compassion.

If this resonates, know that support is here when you’re ready.
You don’t have to carry this alone. 💛
— Dragonfly Counselling



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Email: steph@dragonflycounselling.uk
Tel: 07956 019328
Www.dragonflycounselling.uk

07/02/2026

Umbrellas don’t stop the rain.
They don’t make the storm disappear.

They simply offer cover
while you move through it.

Life can feel like that sometimes —
stress, grief, anxiety, old wounds, uncertainty.
You can’t always change what’s falling around you,
but you don’t have to face it unprotected.

Counselling isn’t about fixing or rushing you through the storm.
It’s about creating a safe space to pause, breathe,
and feel supported while things are heavy.

If life feels like too much right now,
support can make the journey gentler.

— Dragonfly Counselling

Email: steph@dragonflycounselling.uk
Tel: 07596 019328
www.dragonflycounselling.uk

29/01/2026

🫀 A healthy heart isn’t just about how it beats — it’s about how it feels.

Our emotional heart carries so much:
• stress we push through
• feelings we swallow down
• grief, love, fear and hope
• the pressure to “be fine”

Just like our physical heart, our emotional heart needs care, rest, and attention.

Counselling can be a space to slow down, listen inward, and gently explore what your heart has been holding — without judgement or rush.

✨ If your heart feels heavy, tired, or overwhelmed, this is your sign to pause and reach out.
Taking the first step can be the start of real change.

❤️ Your heart deserves to be heard.

📩 Get in touch to book a session or have an initial, no-pressure conversation.

Email: steph@dragonflycounselling.uk
Tel: 07596 019328
www.dragonflycounselling.uk

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24/01/2026

Ever noticed how birds rest between flights?
They don’t judge themselves for needing to pause. They don’t rush the journey.

If life feels heavy right now, maybe this is your resting branch—not your failure.

Counselling offers a calm, supportive space to pause, reflect, and gently prepare for what’s next—without pressure, without judgement.

When you’re ready, flight will come. 💛

31/12/2025

December can hold so many mixed emotions for me.

It often begins with the pressure of preparation for the big day and everything that comes with it - the joy (and sometimes frustration) of choosing gifts, navigating busy shops for the inevitable Christmas food run, catching up with friends and colleagues past and present, all while balancing finances and hoping everything will go to plan.

For some, this time of year can also bring a sharper sense of loss. Loved ones who are no longer here can feel especially present in their absence, and traditions may highlight the spaces they once filled. Being alone - whether physically or emotionally - can feel heavier during the festive period, when there’s an expectation of togetherness and joy.

The big day itself can pass in a blur, and brings moments of love and connection. Yet in the days that follow, my mood can dip. The post-Christmas blues can creep in, along with questions about what the New Year might bring. With my children now having their own lives, I sometimes notice a quiet sadness - leaving behind the cosy days of simply being and stepping back onto the treadmill of everyday life can feel like a knot of dread in my stomach.

That shift back to reality can be challenging for many of us, even when life is generally good and there’s plenty to look forward to.

If any of this resonates with you, you don’t have to carry it alone. Talking to someone - a friend, a loved one, or a counsellor - can help you feel heard, supported, and less alone as you move into the New Year. 💛

Email: Steph@dragonflycounselling.uk
Tel: 07956 019328
Www.dragonflycounselling.uk

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01/11/2025

🌿 You are the expert on your own life.
Sometimes, you just need the space to truly be heard.

Person-centred counselling offers a supportive, non-judgemental environment where you can explore your thoughts and emotions at your own pace. It’s not about being told what to do — it’s about being understood, accepted, and empowered to find your own way forward.

💚 Compassionate, confidential support
🌱 In-person or online sessions available
✨ Take the first step towards understanding yourself more deeply.

Now taking clients on Saturdays at https://www.yorkhumangivens.co.uk/

See website for details or contact me on

Stephwood.hg@outlook.com

07956 019328

25/10/2025

Even in the midst of heartbreak, there is hope.

A marriage ending can leave you questioning who you are and what comes next — but it can also mark the beginning of rediscovering your strength, identity, and peace.

🌿 Counselling offers a safe, understanding space to process the loss, rebuild confidence, and move forward with clarity.

💚 In-person or online sessions available.
Www.dragonflycounselling.uk
steph@dragonflycounselling.uk
07956 019328

06/10/2025

✨ As the nights draw in, it’s more important than ever to look after ourselves — not just physically, but also our mental wellbeing.

If you’re feeling the weight of darker days or simply need some extra support, I have appointments available on Saturdays at:

🌿 The Human Givens Wellbeing Centre
33 Bishopthorpe Road, York, YO23 1NA

Taking time for yourself isn’t selfish — it’s essential. 💚

Contact me via email
Stephwood.hg@outlook.com
Or Tel 07596 019328

22/09/2025

Delighted to be joining the team at York Human Givens Wellbeing Center on Saturdays from 4th October 2025.
See their website for details.

Meet all of the accredited and highly trained psychotherapists and counsellors working from our Centre on Bishopthorpe Road, York. We work with people who are suffering from all forms of emotional distress – from depression, anxiety and stress to relationship difficulties, trauma and bereavement.

12/01/2025

01/01/2025

🌟 New Year, New You 🌟

As we step into 2025, are you ready to leave the past behind, heal old wounds, and embrace a fresh start? This is the perfect time to reflect on your journey and take meaningful steps toward growth, healing, and inner peace.

Whether you’re carrying the weight of unresolved emotions, struggling with life transitions, or just seeking clarity and direction, I’m here to support you every step of the way. Together, we can explore what’s holding you back and build a path forward—one filled with hope and renewal.

Ready to take the first step? Let’s connect. Your brighter tomorrow starts today.



Email: steph@dragonflycounseling.uk
Tel 07956 019328
www.dragonflycounselling.uk