Alex Kavanagh Counselling

12/08/2026

Never Again.

Sometimes healing isn't about what you'll start doing.
It's about what you'll stop accepting.
✨ Never again ignoring your own needs.
✨ Never again shrinking yourself to make others comfortable.
✨ Never again believing your worth depends on someone else's approval.
✨ Never again carrying burdens that don't belong to you.

Healing begins the moment you choose yourself.

💚 You are worthy of care, respect, and compassion.

Why not contact me for a free no obligation chat about counselling support

12/08/2026

"Green door what's that secret you're keeping?" Shakin' Stevens Showing my age again here- and loving it! I couldn't resist. 😊
No secrets here, just progress. My lovely friend and colleague Alex Kavanagh Counselling and I are very excited to move in to our very own , newly renovated, wee office in a few weeks time Spaces. Although we have different styles in decor, we have agreed on some lovely warm colours which are hopefully comfortable, fresh and gentle. 🤞

If you could add an item to our therapy room to make you feel more comfortable..... what would it be, and why?

24/07/2026

The "Swan Effect" is real. 🦢

On the outside, you look perfectly calm, collected, and in control.

You smile, hit your deadlines, and show up for everyone else.

But underneath the surface? You are paddling like crazy just to stay afloat.

Worrying about going back to school or figuring out where you fit, juggling friendships, relationships, responsibilities and workload.

Anxiety, constant overthinking, and the pressure to keep up appearances can leave you feeling completely exhausted. You don’t have to keep pretending that everything is effortless.

In my counselling sessions for teens and adults, we create a safe space to pause the paddling.

Together, we will address what's happening beneath the surface so you can find real, genuine calm.

Ready to take a breath? Let’s talk. DM or Click the link in my bio to book your initial consultation. 🤍

16/07/2026

I love using and sharing music in therapy sessions, sometimes in can be really cathartic or help a client put into words their experiences and feelings

Counsellor K. Sarah-Jane Covell explores how music can help process grief, heartbreak and difficult emotions, and shares why certain songs stay with us during life's hardest moments. 💬 http://ow.ly/GuSn106ASa8

15/07/2026

Moving from "I feel bad" to "I feel frustrated, lonely, or overwhelmed."

Ever find yourself staring blankly when someone asks, "How are you feeling?" You’re not alone! Often, we default to the same few words—like fine, stressed, or upset.But our emotions are so much more complex than that.

That’s where the Feelings Wheel comes in!
The wheel is a powerful tool to help you expand your emotional vocabulary. It starts with core emotions in the center (like Angry, Sad, or Joyful) and branches outward into highly specific feelings.

Why does this matter?
💡 Research shows that just naming your specific emotion can actually quiet the stress response in your brain.💡
When you pinpoint exactly what you are feeling, it becomes much easier to communicate with others and understand what you truly need.

Try a quick check-in for you today:1️⃣ Look at the wheel. What core emotion stands out most to you?2️⃣ Trace it outward. What specific word describes it best?3️⃣ Pause and ask yourself: What might this feeling need right now?

You don't have to navigate your emotional world alone. If you want to build a deeper understanding of your emotions and learn healthy coping strategies, I am here to help.

📞 Send a direct message or visit link to schedule a session today!

25/06/2026

Thinking about therapy but not sure if it’s for you?

I’m offering some £40 reduced rate day time counselling sessions over the summer.

Why not book a session and see how you feel with no pressure to continue.

Give me a call or WhatsApp me for more information.

15/06/2026

When you walk through my door you get to come exactly as you are ….

You don’t need to worry about…

Eye contact
Masking
Needing time to feel comfortable
Tangents
Info dumping
Forgetting what you were talking about
Taking time to process

I have put in lots energy into continuous professional development into having the core of my practice as an informed space, so that anyone who identifies as neurodivergent can feel respected and held in their lived experience without them needing to translate or mask in order to be understood.

As a registered BACP practitioner and diagnosed AuDHD adult I understand the importance of neuro affirming principles and practice. From my professional training, clinical supervision and lived experience I do my best to offer meaningful support.

15/06/2026

When you walk through my door you get to come exactly as you are ….

You don’t need to worry about…

Eye contact
Masking
Needing time to feel comfortable
Tangents
Info dumping
Forgetting what you were talking about
Taking time to process

I have put in lots energy into continuous professional development into having the core of my practice as an informed space, so that anyone who identifies as neurodivergent can feel respected and held in their lived experience without them needing to translate or mask in order to be understood.

As a registered BACP practitioner and diagnosed AuDHD adult I understand the importance of neuro affirming principles and practice. From my professional training, clinical supervision and lived experience I do my best to offer meaningful support.

10/06/2026

This is me, Alex Kavanagh Counselling and how I end my work day. Such a joy to be so close to something so inspiring and healing. I often end counselling sessions with a reminder about self care and this is a great way to do it. Watching the waves flow and the clouds drift just for a few minutes of mindfulness and reflection on how much my clients inspire me.

10/06/2026

Reach out, take that step…