The Diary Of A Therapist

I have opened up my diary for more online therapy sessions 💻 If you would like to book in a 20 minute consultation, contact me to book. Here are some of the benefits of online therapy 👇 ⭐️ Flexibility in day/time - If you have a busy schedule, whether it's working in an office or studying at university, online therapy can give you greater flexibility in scheduling appointments. ⭐️ Comfort being in your own space - I always recommend finding a comfy, quiet spot for your online session, with a stable internet connection. This can be sat in your favourite place with a mug of tea (or hot chocolate!). ⭐️ No need to commute - If you have limited options for commuting or don't want to travel, online therapy can be as simple as using your phone or laptop for a session. ⭐️Greater availability - I have opened up my diary for more daytime/lunch appointments, which gives both client and therapy more availability for session times. ⭐️Privacy in your own home - With online therapy, you don’t have to travel anywhere or worry about encountering anyone in a waiting room. Your sessions will be conducted in complete privacy, with no risk of bumping into someone you know or being in a space with strangers when you’re feeling vulnerable. ⭐️Making sessions accessible - I can work with anyone in the UK for online therapy, giving clients more choice in who they would like to work with. (at Blue Box Therapy) https://www.instagram.com/p/CnXdPy0M9Jt/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

I haven’t posted on here since May, but there has been plenty of work happening behind the scenes. Becoming a therapist is more than polishing off a website or finalising paperwork. There is a deeper journey and I’m very happy that major milestones have been hit! 👩🏻‍🎓

Do you have any positive affirmations which help you?

Therapy can help to create a safe environment for you to explore and learn about yourself in a different light. Change is one constant we have in life and embracing this can help lead to personal growth🌱

🌟Sometimes it can help to research their condition but it’s important to understand their experience first

Let me know if you’ve experienced any benefits from journaling or have any helpful prompts below!👇

✨Children’s Mental Health Week✨ * Today marks the start of #childrensmentalhealthweek The past year has been extremely difficult for a lot of children, so it’s important to encourage and support conversations around mental health. * The theme this year is Express Yourself! There are many different, creative ways someone can express themselves no matter what age. This week is about helping to raise awareness around the importance of children’s and young people’s mental health. * Here are some useful helplines I recommend to my own clients! If you have anymore, comment below👇 * Childline can be used by children up until their 19th birthday. You can either call or online chat with someone for support. The childline website also has some great resources and information on a range of mental health issues childline.org.uk * The Mix can be contacted by call or online chat. They also have a Crisis Messenger which you can contact by texting THEMIX to 85258 themix.org.uk * Samaritans can be contacted by call or you can also email them at [email protected] They also offer a “Self-Help App” which includes coping techniques and a mood tracker www.samaritans.org * Shout is a 24/7 text service. They also have different resources and coping technique suggestions on their website giveusashout.org * Kooth offers an online chat counselling service for young people www.kooth.com https://www.instagram.com/p/CKwDm9PnF_s/?igshid=1bm99xgkbgi90

✨You don’t have to understand life. You just have to live it✨ * I read The Midnight Library over the Christmas holidays and I’m itching to read it again! Exploring the multiple lives of Nora lead me to reflect upon myself and the unknown world of “what if?” * Sometimes we can fall down the rabbit hole of overthinking and regret, but these experiences help to shape who we are today.