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CBT Therapist | BABCP accredited
💬 Anxiety, overthinking & burnout
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I was having a conversation about people pleasing recently and used a metaphor to explain it.Then I went home and appare...
18/08/2026

I was having a conversation about people pleasing recently and used a metaphor to explain it.

Then I went home and apparently decided this metaphor needed:

— a storyline
— character development
— a broken kettle
— an unreasonable amount of tea
— and an entirely unnecessary subplot involving matcha.

My childhood creative writing self is very happy 😂

EnjoyđŸ«– ☕

A lesson I have learned from Luna
 đŸ¶ Is how quickly as humans, we dismiss a need. Sometimes we wait until we are exhaust...
22/07/2026

A lesson I have learned from Luna
 đŸ¶

Is how quickly as humans, we dismiss a need.

Sometimes we wait until we are exhausted, when things feel unmanageable, or until we have tried every other avenue


Even then, we may think: “maybe it’s not that bad” đŸ„Ž

But support doesn’t have to be a last resort
sometimes it’s for when you are tired of carrying everything alone đŸ«‚

If you’ve been thinking about therapy but keep talking yourself out of reaching out, that might be something worth exploring đŸŸ

A hesitation I hear about therapy is that people think they need to know exactly what they want to talk about, what symp...
19/07/2026

A hesitation I hear about therapy is that people think they need to know exactly what they want to talk about, what symptoms they have, what they think they need...

But the reality is, therapy doesn’t require that of you. Many people come to therapy because they DON’T know what they need to talk about!

They know something doesn’t feel quite right, but not sure what.

They know they’re overthinking more than they’d like, but can’t stop for some reason.

They know they’re exhausted from holding everything together, but keep trying anyway.

They know they don’t feel like themselves anymore, but they can’t neatly explain why.

And that’s actually sometimes the point...you don’t need to organise your thoughts before coming to therapy đŸ§©

You don’t need a perfectly rehearsed explanation, one obvious problem, or a clear starting point.
Part of my role as a therapist is helping you make sense of what’s been feeling messy 🌀

Together, we’ll begin to understand the patterns, identify what’s keeping things going, and work out where you’d like things to be different.

You don’t need to have all the answers before you reach out, sometimes figuring it all out is where therapy 💛

Finding the right therapist isn’t just about finding someone qualified
It’s about finding someone you feel comfortable w...
12/07/2026

Finding the right therapist isn’t just about finding someone qualified


It’s about finding someone you feel comfortable with.

Someone you can be honest with. Someone who helps you make sense of what’s going on, gently challenges you when you’re stuck, and gives you practical tools to help you move forward đŸ› ïž

Every therapist works differently, and that’s a good thing. It means you get to choose someone whose approach feels like the right fit for you!

If you’ve been wondering whether therapy could help, I hope this gives you a little insight into what it’s might be like to work together.

And if you found yourself nodding along as you swiped through this carousel
 I’d love to hear from you ❀

đŸ“© You can send me a message or book a free introductory call using the link in my bio.

Not every therapist works in the same way, and not every approach suits every person.When I first stepped into the role ...
06/07/2026

Not every therapist works in the same way, and not every approach suits every person.

When I first stepped into the role of being a therapist, I remember in my training it was told:

“There is no better therapeutic approach than the rapport between the therapist and the client”

And after years of working with many different people
I couldn’t agree MORE!

This is why it’s so important to do your research in your therapist before you pick one
ask yourself:

1. Do I like their approach?
2. Do I feel like I could trust this therapist?
3. Do I think we would get along in the therapy room?

That’s a pretty good place to start ❀

One of the most common misconceptions I hear is: “Isn’t CBT and counselling all the same?” đŸ€” They’re both valuable forms...
30/06/2026

One of the most common misconceptions I hear is:

“Isn’t CBT and counselling all the same?” đŸ€”

They’re both valuable forms of therapy, but they both have different aims and way of working.

Neither is better than the other
 they simply suit different people, goals, and reasons for coming to therapy in the first place! 🧠

Figuring out which one you need may actually be the key 🔑 as to why you feel “stuck” or precious forms of therapy haven’t felt like they have worked 💡

If you’re unsure which approach might be right for you, feel free to get in touch! 💬

I’m always happy to help you decide, even when CBT isn’t the best fit đŸ™ŒđŸ»

25/06/2026

If you’re struggling to sit still, it might not be your body that needs attention 🔁

Your body might be on the sofa, but your mind is running a marathon
 đŸ›‹ïž + đŸƒâ€â™‚ïž = đŸ«©

You don’t need more rest. You need your mind to join your body there đŸ§˜â€â™€ïžđŸ§ 

Many people come to therapy already very self aware
They know what’s happening, my job isn’t always just to help people ...
23/06/2026

Many people come to therapy already very self aware


They know what’s happening, my job isn’t always just to help people notice that bit though đŸ€”

The challenge is often changing what happens next, yes you may be self aware
 but then what?!

CBT isn’t just about understanding patterns.
It’s about learning how to respond differently to them 🔬 đŸ•”đŸ»â€â™€ïž

Many people think confidence means knowing exactly what to say, and saying the right thing 💬 But confidence often develo...
16/06/2026

Many people think confidence means knowing exactly what to say, and saying the right thing 💬

But confidence often develops from learning you can handle situations without perfect preparation đŸ•”đŸ»â€â™€ïž

If you find yourself mentally rehearsing conversations, presentations or meetings over and over, it can be worth asking:

Am I preparing for the situation?

Or am I trying to remove uncertainty?

They’re not always the same thing.

Sometimes the most useful experiment is allowing yourself to speak before you feel completely ready 🩋

Disclaimer: I am a BABCP-accredited Cognitive Behavioural Therapist. I adhere to the professional and ethical standards of the BABCP and continue to engage in regular supervision as part of my commitment to safe and effective practice.

One thing I talk about a lot in therapy is the difference between making a mistake and needing certainty that you haven’...
11/06/2026

One thing I talk about a lot in therapy is the difference between making a mistake and needing certainty that you haven’t ⚖

A lot of people can tolerate getting things wrong occasionally, but what they struggle to tolerate is ‘not knowing’.

Not knowing whether they upset someone, whether they made the right decision, if they’ve handled something correctly


So the brain starts trying to find certainty 🔍

It replays conversations, checks things again, looks for reassurance, analyses every possibility
 👀

Not because you’re irrational, but because certainty feels safer.

The difficulty is that certainty is rarely available and the more we rely on it, the more uncomfortable uncertainty becomes đŸ« 

Sometimes the work in therapy isn’t finding the answer, it’s learning that you can cope when the answer isn’t available.

Confidence isn’t always knowing, it’s being willing to move forward without knowing đŸ«¶đŸ»

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