Piece by Peace Counselling

Piece by Peace Counselling Welcome to Piece by Peace Counselling. My specialist areas are bereavement, loss, anxiety, depression, substance misuse and trauma.

I am a fully qualified therapeutic Counsellor who offers you space to listen and support with any issues you feel you have. Piece by Peace Counselling is my own private practice which is located in Solihull, West Midlands. I am a fully qualified therapeutic counsellor who offers face to face, online and telephone counselling. I combine learnt skills and tools from different counselling approaches

which in turn will help you to explore and express your thoughts and emotions with the hope of creating a better understanding of self. Over the years I have worked with a wide range of many different issues. My specialist areas
include substance misuse and addictions, bereavement and loss, long term illness, palliative care, anxiety, depression and trauma.

Wellness doesn’t have to be a perfect morning routine or dedicating hours of free time every week.The first step to taki...
04/08/2026

Wellness doesn’t have to be a perfect morning routine or dedicating hours of free time every week.

The first step to taking control of your wellness is factoring in the small things and trying to do them consistently, which will help you feel more like yourself.

💚 Drinking a glass of water before your morning coffee.
💚 Taking five minutes to breathe before the day begins.
💚 Going for a walk without checking your phone.
💚 Saying “no” when your plate is already full.
💚 Getting to bed a little earlier.
💚 Taking time to talk about how you’re really feeling.

It doesn’t have to be expensive or instagram-worthy! Often, it’s the simple daily routines that have the biggest impact on our mental wellbeing.

This National Wellness Month, instead of trying to change everything at once, choose one small habit that feels achievable and build from there. Little by little, those small acts of kindness towards yourself become the routines that help you cope when life feels overwhelming.

You deserve to care for yourself with the same compassion you so freely give to others. 💙🌿

My sister is better than your sister! I am the older sibling and as my sister would say, I am the one who she learnt fro...
02/08/2026

My sister is better than your sister!

I am the older sibling and as my sister would say, I am the one who she learnt from about what not to do! 🫣

Forever grateful that I will always have Louise to depend on, be my cheerleader and hold me up when needed.

Love you Sis 💙💚

Being kind, caring and supportive are wonderful qualities, but sometimes, the desire to keep others happy can come at th...
28/07/2026

Being kind, caring and supportive are wonderful qualities, but sometimes, the desire to keep others happy can come at the expense of our own wellbeing.

People pleasing isn’t simply about being nice. It’s often rooted in a fear of disappointing others, being rejected, causing conflict, or not being liked. Over time, this can lead us to put everyone else’s needs before our own.

You might be people pleasing if you:
• Find it difficult to say no
• Feel responsible for other people’s feelings
• Avoid conflict at all costs
• Often apologise, even when you’ve done nothing wrong
• Say yes when you really want to say no
• Feel guilty for setting boundaries
• Worry about being seen as selfish

At first, people pleasing can seem like it’s helping relationships, but over time it can leave us feeling overwhelmed, resentful, exhausted and disconnected from our own needs.

The truth is, healthy relationships don’t require you to constantly sacrifice yourself.

You can be a caring person and still have boundaries.
You can be compassionate and still say no.
You can support others without carrying responsibility for everyone around you.

Learning to prioritise your own needs isn’t selfish. It’s an important part of maintaining your emotional wellbeing and creating more balanced relationships.

💚 Being liked by everyone is impossible.
💚 Looking after yourself is essential.
💚 Your needs matter too.

When we hear the words holistic therapy, many of us immediately think of massage or Reiki. 💚At Piece by Peace Counsellin...
26/07/2026

When we hear the words holistic therapy, many of us immediately think of massage or Reiki.

💚At Piece by Peace Counselling, we believe emotional wellbeing deserves the same whole-person approach. Rather than focusing only on a problem or diagnosis, integrative counselling looks at you as an individual, exploring your thoughts, emotions, relationships, experiences, physical wellbeing and the unique circumstances that have shaped your life.

Healing isn’t “fixing” just one part of yourself, it’s understanding how all the different pieces connect and finding healthier ways to move forward with greater self-awareness, resilience and compassion.

Being based at The Soul Angels Wellness Centre also means our clients have access to a wider community of holistic wellbeing professionals. For some people, counselling alongside therapies such as massage, yoga or Reiki can create a supportive environment where both mind and body are cared for together.

💙 There is no one-size-fits-all approach to healing, and that’s exactly as it should be. Your journey is unique and your support should be too.

Today marks Samaritans Awareness Day, held on 24/7 to highlight an important message… Someone is always there to listen....
24/07/2026

Today marks Samaritans Awareness Day, held on 24/7 to highlight an important message… Someone is always there to listen.

Life can feel overwhelming at times. You might be struggling with stress, anxiety, grief, loneliness, relationship difficulties, or simply feeling like you’re carrying too much on your own. During these moments, reaching out can feel difficult, but it is the first step towards feeling less alone.

The Samaritans are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, offering a safe, confidential space for people to talk without judgement. You don’t need to be in crisis to contact them, and sometimes simply having someone listen can make a meaningful difference.

💚 Asking for support is not a sign of weakness. It’s an act of courage and self-care.

If you or someone you know needs immediate emotional support, Samaritans can be contacted free of charge on 116 123, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.

Have you ever sat down to relax, only to find yourself thinking about all the things you should be doing?Then you’re not...
20/07/2026

Have you ever sat down to relax, only to find yourself thinking about all the things you should be doing?
Then you’re not alone! 🫣

Many of us have grown up in a culture that praises productivity and busyness. We can begin to measure our worth by what we achieve, how much we get done, or how useful we are to others.

This can lead to struggling to switch off, uncomfortable resting or feeling lazy.

💚 But rest isn’t something we have to earn.

Rest is a basic human need, just like sleep, food and connection. It gives our minds and bodies the opportunity to recover, process experiences and restore energy.

When we ignore our need for rest, we can feel overwhelmed, emotionally drained, irritable or burnt out. Yet when we allow ourselves time to slow down, we can gain clarity, patience and resilience.

If you struggle with guilt when resting, it can be helpful to gently explore where those beliefs come from.

💙Were you taught that being busy equals being successful?
💚Do you feel responsible for everyone else’s needs?
💙Are you afraid of letting people down?

Understanding these patterns is often the first step towards changing them.

💚 Rest is not a reward for being productive.
💙 Rest is part of taking care of yourself.
💚 You are worthy, even when you are doing nothing at all.

Take a moment today to ask yourself:
What would happen if I gave myself permission to rest without feeling guilty?

Being listened to is something many of us take for granted until we realise how rarely it happens. In a world full of di...
18/07/2026

Being listened to is something many of us take for granted until we realise how rarely it happens. In a world full of distractions, quick replies and people rushing to offer solutions, having someone genuinely listen can be incredibly powerful.

When we feel heard, we often feel understood, valued and less alone. It can help us process our thoughts, make sense of difficult emotions and feel more connected to ourselves and others.

This is one of the reasons counselling can be so beneficial. It provides a confidential, non-judgemental space where you can speak freely and be listened to with care and compassion, because everyone deserves to be heard. It is amazing how powerful Counselling can be, to know that you will not be criticised, to know that an opinion will not be given. Just to be listened to is a really powerful interaction.

💙💚 If you’d like a free consultation to see how integrative counselling can support you, drop me a DM.

We’ve all had moments where we’ve said something in the heat of the moment and wished we’d handled things differently af...
14/07/2026

We’ve all had moments where we’ve said something in the heat of the moment and wished we’d handled things differently afterwards. 🫣

That’s often the difference between reacting and responding in a situation.

A reaction tends to happen automatically. It is driven by emotion, stress, fear, frustration or hurt. Reactions are often immediate, leaving little time to think about what we want to say or do.

A response, on the other hand, involves a pause. ✋

It gives us the opportunity to acknowledge what we’re feeling, consider the situation and choose how we want to move forward.

💙 Reacting might sound like:
• Sending a message immediately when you’re upset
• Raising your voice in an argument
• Acting before you’ve had time to think

💚 Responding might sound like:
• Taking time to calm down before replying
• Asking questions instead of making assumptions
• Communicating your needs clearly and respectfully

Of course, we’re all human and we all react sometimes, especially when we’re feeling stressed, overwhelmed or triggered.

It’s unrealistic to expect us to never react, to never snap back (especially to our loved ones!) but by becoming more aware of our reactions and creating enough space to choose a response instead, can make a big difference to our relationships, communication and emotional wellbeing.

💚 Next time you find yourself becoming emotionally charged, ask yourself:

“Do I want to react, or do I want to respond?”

National Simplicity Day is a gentle reminder that growth doesn’t have to be complicated. You don’t have to do everything...
12/07/2026

National Simplicity Day is a gentle reminder that growth doesn’t have to be complicated. You don’t have to do everything at once.💙

We often tell ourselves that change has to be big to matter. That we need a complete life overhaul, a perfect plan, or endless motivation before we can start feeling better. But in reality, some of the most meaningful changes begin with the smallest steps.

That could be a five-minute walk, trying to drink more water, taking a few deep breaths before responding to a difficult situation, honouring a boundary, going to bed a little earlier or reaching out to someone you trust.

These small actions might not feel life-changing in the moment, but over time they create ripples. One small change can lead to another, gradually building habits, confidence and resilience.

💚What is one small thing you could do for yourself today?

Taking a moment in between clients in the peaceful garden at The Soul Angels
08/07/2026

Taking a moment in between clients in the peaceful garden at The Soul Angels

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286 Baldwins Lane
Solihull
B280XB

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 8pm
Tuesday 9am - 3pm
Wednesday 9am - 7pm
Thursday 10am - 7pm
Friday 10am - 8pm
Saturday 10am - 1pm

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