Emma Dunsford - Counsellor & Psychotherapist

19/08/2026

10/08/2026

Had a fab morning teaching a lovely group of counsellors about Therapeutic Letter Writing 🤍
Had to have a giggle at myself though when talking about how “letters never sent” can be helpful and encourage honesty and instead said they encourage fear 😂
Thank you to everyone who attended!

“Letters never sent” are letters written to others or to parts of self, containing thoughts and feelings that are intentionally kept instead of being sent. These can be useful for people who are holding on to unprocessed emotions surrounding relationships, for processing grief or for gaining clarity before a real conversation.
Using this type of letter can promote healing, emotional release & honest expression 🤍

The next (and final) session of the year is now available to book here: https://bookwhen.com/calm-minds

Monday 19th October @ 10am

04/08/2026

Back where it all began!

3 years ago I finished my counselling degree here, now I’m back hosting a wellbeing workshop for the lovely staff at Havebury Homes 🤍

28/06/2026

A couple of appointments have become available this Thursday evening (2nd July) at The Self Centre

✨ 6:00pm
✨ 7:15pm

I offer a warm, compassionate and non-judgemental space where we can explore whatever has brought you to therapy, together and at a pace that feels right for you.

Life can feel hard sometimes, and you don't have to navigate it alone. If you've been thinking about reaching out for support, this could be a good opportunity.

Having had therapy myself, I understand how important it is to feel understood & supported - and also recognise how difficult it can be to take the first step.

You can find out more about me and how I work in the link below. If it feels like we might be a good fit, I'd love to hear from you. 🤍

An Accredited Integrative Therapist helping people gently navigate grief, unpack relationship difficulties, and make sense of emotional triggers. Also offering specialist support through the lasting impact of pregnancy and infant loss.

26/06/2026

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Louise is here with the latest news, stories, guests and great music.

01/06/2026

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17/05/2026

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14/05/2026

Here I am, in my therapy room, wearing green for this Mental Health Awareness Week💚

Truthfully, I know me sticking on a green jumper isn’t going to change the world. But maybe someone who’s struggling might see this and know that I get it. That someone understands.

Because I do know. I know what it’s like to battle with your mind, and I know how hard it can be to reach out for support when you’re already carrying so much.

So today I’m wearing green in solidarity, to keep chipping away at the stigma around mental health, and to remind anyone who needs to hear it that asking for help is okay.

You’re not alone 💚

25/04/2026

17/04/2026

This is lovely 🩷

I am just a chair… or so it seems.

Day after day, I hold more than people — I hold trembling hands, heavy sighs, and the quiet weight of words that took years to speak. I’ve felt tears fall into the spaces between my cushions, and I’ve carried the silence that sometimes says more than anything else.

I’ve heard stories of heartbreak, of fear, of feeling lost… but also stories of hope slowly finding its way back. I’ve witnessed the kind of courage that doesn’t look loud or bold — the kind that simply shows up, sits down, and dares to be honest.

Some leave lighter than when they arrived. Some don’t — not yet. But every single one carries something brave within them.

And I’ll be here, steady and patient, ready to hold it all again tomorrow.