Nina Mortimer Counselling

10/10/2025

Belly Breathing...
Place one hand on your belly. Feel the belly rise when breathing in, and fall when breathing out.

Box Breathing...
Inhale for 4 seconds, hold for 4 seconds, exhale for 4 seconds, hold for 4 seconds.

Voo Breath...
Inhale deeply, then exhale slowly while making a long, low “voooooo” sound.

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Slow, controlled breathing activates the parasympathetic nervous system - the body’s “rest and digest” state.

Practicing breathing exercises like the above can signal safety to the brain.

Practice any, or all of the above, and try to notice how you feel before and afterwards, and if you notice any changes in your body or mind.

03/09/2025

Engaging the senses can be a powerful tool to come back to the present moment!

- Looking around the space and naming objects out loud, or in your head, and noticing the colours, shapes, textures of these things engages our sight.
- What can we touch in our immediate environment? Can you notice the texture, is it rough or smooth? Warm or cold? Can you feel the body connect with the chair if you're sat, or your feet connect to the ground?
- Can you hear and tune into any sounds in the space around you? Maybe it's the sound of your breathe, or traffic outside, or music / TV playing in the background.
- Are there any noticeable smells? or can you introduce a pleasant smell to focus on, such as a perfume, essential oil, or fruit?
- Is there a taste you can connect with? Maybe its the last meal you ate, or maybe you have just brushed your teeth?

There may be some senses we cannot engage, and spending more time on a sense we can engage works just as well.

Here are some useful grounding techniques for coming back to the present when experiencing or having experienced flashbacks or dissociation...

Advice to help people struggling with post-traumatic stress disorder use grounding techniques to manage dissociation and flashbacks.

02/07/2025

This is a great video, and it offers a practical demonstration that shows how changing a deeply rooted/engrained thought process (which can be applied to habits or repeated negative thoughts) takes time, practise, and maintenance...but is definitely possible!

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02/07/2025

Such an important message about reframing masculinity, and the need for breaking away from the male stereotypes put on men in society...

Urging us to turn away from voices perpetuating harmful stereotypes, gender equality advocate Gary Barker shares three insights on fostering a culture of car...

16/05/2025

My Prices:

Face to Face Counselling Sessions
50 mins | £55.00

Online Counselling Sessions
50 mins | £50.00

Please get in touch to find out about my reduced rates for those who are students or claiming benefits!

You can book onto either of these session types, as well as a free introductory call, if you would prefer to speak before deciding whether to commit to a full session here: https://nina-mortimer-counselling.selectandbook.com/

16/05/2025

About me and my approach...

I am a qualified counsellor trained within the humanistic modality, specifically person-centred counselling, which is a supportive, non-directive approach to counselling. I work in a Trauma-Informed way, ensuring safety and stabilisation at the core of our sessions. My focus will be on creating and maintaining a trusting relationship to provide a safe space where you can feel heard, valued, and understood. I aim to facilitate an environment where we can explore what you feel comfortable sharing together and at your own pace. I believe in the potential of every person to find their own path to growth and healing, and I will be there alongside you in this process by being fully present and listening to you without judgment.

BACP Registered Member - Membership number: 00992941

16/05/2025

Would you like to find out more about how I may be able to help you?

You can book an introductory video / telephone call with me here: https://nina-mortimer-counselling.selectandbook.com/

This time can be used to answer any questions you may have, and it can allow you to decide whether starting your counselling journey with me will be a good fit for you. This may be useful if you have not seen a therapist before, and would like to find out how this may look. This would be free of charge and there would be no expectation to proceed further if you don't feel ready.

I look forward to speaking with you!