Many people notice changes in mood, self criticism and emotional sensitivity in the days or weeks before their period. You might find that you feel more irritable, more overwhelmed, or more critical of yourself than usual. Thoughts that normally feel manageable can suddenly seem heavier or more convincing. For some people, this can feel confusing or discouraging. It can even lead to the sense that something has gone wrong, or that they are “back at square one”. For some peopl

The Journey of Self-Discovery This exploration often starts in the safe space of the therapy session. Here, we reflect and role-play what could be done differently. Between sessions, you will practice in real life and observe the outcomes. These are known as behavioural experiments . They are gentle tests of your expectations. For instance, if you often hesitate to speak up, you might try expressing your thoughts once. This allows you to see what actually happens, rather than

If you’ve experienced something that still feels stuck — a memory that lingers, flashes up, or affects how you see yourself — you’re not alone . Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy is designed to help your brain process those experiences so they can l ose their emotional intensity and feel like part of your past , rather than something that still lives in the present. How EMDR Helps When we go through something overwhelming, our brain’s natural p

Have you ever noticed how harsh your inner voice can be, especially when life gets tough? Many of us have internalised stories about ourselves that, in moments of stress, can feel like absolute facts. Common Negative Thoughts You might hear things like: “You always mess things up.” “You’re not good enough.” “You’re stupid.” “You’re too much.” These thoughts are so common. Everyone I work with recognises them – and I do too. It seems to be part of being human that we end up t

Life can be overwhelming sometimes. As a therapist, I'm often asked for simple, practical tools that can help people feel a little more steady in difficult moments - so I've created a grounding worksheet that I'd love to share with you, completely free. This gentle, easy-to-use worksheet will guide you through simple grounding techniques to calm your mind and reconnect with the present when anxiety or stress feel intense. You can use it anytime you need a pause - at school/wo

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