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Welcome To My Blog

This is where I write about the areas I specialise in as a therapist, alongside other topics that feel relevant to my practice. I update the blog regularly, so feel free to bookmark it or check back when you have time. And if you have any questions about what I have written, or you are interested in having therapy on one of these issues, do get in touch.

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  • Fertility Issues
  • Life Transitions
  • Challenge of Finding a Relationship

Miscarriage: Grieving What Others May Not See

Miscarriage can have a devastating emotional impact, yet the grief it brings is often misunderstood or quietly overlooked. Many people find themselves feeling alone and unsupported, carrying a loss that few acknowledge. This post honours the depth and complexity of that experience, and explores how therapy can offer a compassionate space to process, reflect, and begin to heal.

Navigating Life’s Transitions: Finding Your Way Through Change

Life transitions - such as relationship endings, career changes, grief, motherhood, perimenopause, and menopause - can bring emotional upheaval, uncertainty, and unexpected growth. This post explores the impact big life changes can have on women, emphasising the importance of self-care and exploring how therapy can support emotional resilience, identity shifts, and personal growth during times of transition.

How Therapy Can Help You Find a Fulfilling Relationship

For many women, finding the right kind of partner can feel unexpectedly difficult - especially in a landscape shaped by online dating, where genuine connection often feels out of reach. This post explores how therapy can support you in clarifying your values, understanding emotional needs, and building confidence, so you can move toward finding a relationship that truly meets those needs.

Grappling With the Profound Impact of Fertility Challenges and the Benefit of Therapy

Fertility struggles - whether related to IVF, miscarriage, baby loss, or the emotional toll of trying to conceive - can affect every part of life. This post offers a reflection on what it’s really like to navigate this difficult journey, emphasising the importance of self-care and exploring how therapy can provide space, support, and tools for coping with its complex emotional impact.

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