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When people think about therapy, they often imagine sitting in a room, talking about their feelings, making eye contact and answering questions about what is going on in their lives. For some people, that sounds absolutely fine. For others, it can feel uncomfortable, overwhelming or even exhausting. Perhaps you find it difficult to explain how you feel when someone asks you directly. Maybe you need time to process a question before you can answer. You might find eye contact d

Have you ever reacted to something and thought afterwards: "Why did I react like that?" Perhaps you became angry very quickly. Maybe you wanted to escape the situation, went completely quiet, or found yourself automatically agreeing with someone even though you didn't want to. You might have wondered why you couldn't simply stay calm. These responses can sometimes be connected to the way our nervous system responds to perceived danger. When we've experienced trauma, our brain

ADHD is often described as a difficulty with attention, but for many people, that description doesn't come close to explaining what everyday life can actually feel like. ADHD can affect motivation, emotional regulation, organisation, time management, relationships, confidence, and the ability to get started on things that you genuinely want to do. You might know exactly what you need to do but still feel completely unable to start. You might spend hours thinking about somethi

ADHD is often misunderstood. People sometimes think of ADHD as simply being unable to concentrate, being forgetful, or having lots of energy. But ADHD is much more complex than that. For many people, ADHD can affect almost every part of everyday life, including organisation, motivation, emotional regulation, relationships, sleep, confidence and the ability to manage everyday demands. And perhaps one of the most difficult parts of ADHD is the gap between knowing what you need

Have you ever felt so exhausted that even simple tasks like replying to a message, making a meal or leaving the house feel impossible? Have you noticed yourself becoming more sensitive to noise, light or social interaction than usual? If you're autistic, or think you might be, you could be experiencing autistic burnout. Autistic burnout isn't simply feeling stressed or needing an early night. It's a state of profound physical, emotional and mental exhaustion that can develop

Anxiety has a way of making us believe that if we could just find the answer, everything would feel okay. If we check our phone one more time...If we replay the conversation again...If we research our symptoms for another hour...If we plan for every possible outcome... Then surely we'll feel calmer. But if you've ever experienced anxiety, you'll know it rarely works like that. The reassurance might help for a few moments, but before long another question appears, another doub

Have you ever reached the end of the day with a headache, exhausted, irritable or overwhelmed, only to realise you skipped lunch, barely paused for a breath and ignored the tension building in your body all day? If so, you're not alone. Many of us have become so used to pushing through that we don't notice our body's signals until they become impossible to ignore. We tell ourselves we'll rest later, eat later or finish one more task before taking a break. Over time, this can

If you often feel overwhelmed, struggle to think clearly, or have been told you are “too sensitive”, you are not alone. Many people experience emotional overwhelm and assume it is a personal flaw. In reality, overwhelm is usually a sign that your nervous system has taken on more than it can comfortably process. Understanding why you feel this way can be the first step toward responding with more compassion and support. What overwhelm actually is; Overwhelm is more than stress

Somewhere along the way, many of us learned that rest is something we have to deserve. We tell ourselves we can rest once the to-do list is done, once we have worked hard enough, once we have been productive enough, helpful enough, or “good” enough. Rest becomes a reward at the end of effort. Something conditional. Something delayed. But what if that belief is quietly exhausting you? Rest is a Need, Not a Prize Rest is not a luxury. It is not indulgent or lazy, and it is not

"I just need to get through this week." If you've been saying that for weeks or even months, you may be experiencing more than just stress. You could be experiencing burnout. Burnout doesn't happen overnight. It's often the result of prolonged stress, high expectations, and constantly putting everyone else's needs before your own. It can affect anyone: parents, professionals, carers, students, and even those who love what they do. What is burnout? Burnout is a state of physic

Being a parent carer carries a unique kind of emotional load. It is one that often goes unseen, unspoken, and unsupported. You are the one holding everything together. Managing appointments, advocating for your child, navigating systems, and constantly thinking ahead. You are not just parenting. You are coordinating care, holding emotions, and carrying responsibility that many people will never fully understand. And yet, so often, there is little space for you. The Emotional

Feeling overwhelmed has become something many people quietly carry. It can show up as a constant sense of pressure, like everything is just a bit too much, even the small, everyday things. You might notice you feel emotionally drained, easily irritated, anxious, or like you simply cannot cope in the way you think you should. If this sounds familiar, you are not alone. And more importantly, there is nothing wrong with you. What you are experiencing is often your nervous system

In a world that often praises productivity, resilience, and “pushing through,” self-care can sometimes feel like an afterthought. Many people come to counselling feeling burnt out, overwhelmed, or disconnected from themselves, often realising they have been meeting everyone else’s needs while neglecting their own. Self-care is not selfish. It is essential. What Is Self-Care, Really? Self-care is often misunderstood as bubble baths, spa days, or occasional treats. While these

Therapy can be life changing. It can help you understand yourself, process difficult experiences and begin to feel more in control of your thoughts and emotions. But for many people, the cost of therapy can feel like a barrier, especially when support is needed most. This is one of the main reasons I chose to make my therapy sessions as affordable and accessible as possible. I have worked with individuals and families who are managing a lot, emotionally, practically and finan

Starting therapy can feel like a big step, especially if you’re living with anxiety, depression, trauma, or feeling overwhelmed by everyday life. You may feel misunderstood, burnt out, or like you don’t quite fit. My approach is centred on creating a safe, supportive space where you can be yourself without judgment. I am an accredited integrative psychotherapist and hypnotherapist, with a BA (Hons) in Psychology and a Level 5 Diploma in Psychotherapeutic Counselling Practice.

Hi, I’m Amelie, an accredited psychotherapist and hypnotherapist with a BA (Hons) in Psychology and a Level 5 Diploma in Psychotherapeutic Counselling Practice. My path into therapy hasn’t just been shaped by training, but by real-life experience too. Alongside my professional work, I have lived experience of SEND parenting, which has given me a deeper understanding of neurodiversity, advocacy, and the emotional challenges that can come with navigating systems that don’t alwa