Tranquil Minds Relational Centered Psychotherapeutic Counselling

Tranquil Minds Relational Centered Psychotherapeutic Counselling Seeking the support of a professional counsellor can make a significant difference to your overall health and wellbeing.

I offer low-cost, open-ended therapy to provide a confidential, non-judgemental space for you to feel heard, respected and understood.

As my holiday comes to an end, I am left reflecting on my love of travel and what it gives me.I believe that sometimes w...
03/09/2026

As my holiday comes to an end, I am left reflecting on my love of travel and what it gives me.

I believe that sometimes we travel not because we want to leave our lives behind, but because we need to step outside of them for a moment.

To breathe.
To notice.
To feel.
To remember that we are more than our routines and responsibilities.

Because life isn’t waiting for us somewhere in the future.

It is happening here. Now.

And perhaps the greatest journey is learning to be fully present for it ✨

I do not often read fiction, but with me taking some time out to have a proper rest from work, I decided to pick up a bo...
31/08/2026

I do not often read fiction, but with me taking some time out to have a proper rest from work, I decided to pick up a book recommended by one of my closest friends — The Midnight Library 📖

Wow, what a book!

It is a story about a woman given the opportunity to explore the different lives she might have lived if she had made different choices.

It made me think about how often we question how life would have been if we'd made a different decision 🤔

One line in particular stayed with me:

“Where there is uncertainty, there is also possibility.”

I love this 😍

We often try to avoid uncertainty. We want to know what is going to happen and have reassurance that we've made the right choice.

But maybe uncertainty isn't always something to fear.

Perhaps it is where possibility lives.

We can't go back and choose another life. But we can choose what we do with the life we have now.

And sometimes the most transformative work isn't about changing our circumstances. It's about changing the way we perceive our current situation.

The Midnight Library reminded me that there are countless possibilities within a single life.

Sometimes we just need to stop looking backwards at all the lives we didn't live long enough to notice the possibilities still available to us.

Have you read The Midnight Library? If so, what did you take from it?

I'm delighted to have received my CPD certificate after completing an inspiring training course exploring Polyvagal Theo...
07/07/2026

I'm delighted to have received my CPD certificate after completing an inspiring training course exploring Polyvagal Theory and Internal Family Systems (IFS).

As a therapist, I believe learning never stops. Every course I complete helps me deepen my understanding of the human experience so I can offer the best possible support to the people I work with.

Polyvagal Theory helps us understand how our nervous system responds to stress, safety and connection. It explains why, at times, we may feel anxious, overwhelmed, shut down or disconnected, even when our logical mind knows we're safe. Understanding these responses can help us develop greater self-compassion and find practical ways to regulate our nervous system.

Internal Family Systems (IFS) offers a gentle and compassionate way of understanding ourselves. Rather than seeing difficult thoughts, emotions or behaviours as something to "get rid of", IFS recognises that we all have different internal parts, each trying to protect us in the best way they know how. By listening to these parts with curiosity instead of judgement, healing and lasting change become possible.

Bringing these two approaches together allows us to explore not only what is happening within us, but why. It can help us build a stronger sense of safety, improve emotional regulation, heal old wounds and develop a more compassionate relationship with ourselves.

I'm looking forward to integrating what I've learned into my practice and continuing to support my clients with evidence-informed, compassionate therapy.

Thank you to everyone who continues to trust me with their therapeutic journey. It is a privilege to keep learning and growing alongside you 🩵

05/07/2026

"The mind is a tool. If I don't use it, it will use me." – Tony Robbins

I heard this quote today and it made me stop and reflect.

So often, it can feel as though our minds are running the show. We get caught in anxious thoughts, harsh self-criticism or endless "what ifs," and before long, we've accepted them as truth.

But what if those thoughts aren't you?

One of the reasons I love Internal Family Systems (IFS) is that it offers a different perspective. It suggests that our minds are made up of different parts, each with its own role, fears and intentions. There might be an anxious part trying to protect you from getting hurt. A perfectionist part striving to keep you safe from criticism. Or an inner critic that believes being hard on you will somehow stop you from failing.

These parts aren't bad. They're usually trying to help in the only way they know how, even if their strategies no longer serve us.

The great thing is that underneath these parts is your Self — the calm, compassionate and curious part of you that can notice what's happening without becoming overwhelmed.

When we begin to recognise, "A part of me is feeling anxious," instead of saying, "I am anxious," something shifts. We create a little space between ourselves and the thoughts in our minds.

And in that space, we have choice.

Rather than battling our minds, we can become curious.

✨ What is this part trying to protect me from?
✨ What does it need me to understand?
✨ Can I respond with compassion instead of criticism?

Healing isn't about getting rid of parts of ourselves. It's about helping them feel heard and understood.

Our minds are powerful tools, but they don't have to be the ones holding the steering wheel. When we learn to lead from our Self, rather than from our fears, our inner world can begin to feel much calmer.

If you'd like to explore your own inner world further, please get in touch 🩵

Today is the Summer Solstice – the longest day of the year. A gentle reminder that life moves in seasons with each one g...
21/06/2026

Today is the Summer Solstice – the longest day of the year. A gentle reminder that life moves in seasons with each one giving us the opportunity to pause, reflect and notice what is already present in our lives.

As therapists, we often talk about bringing awareness to what nourishes us, because our minds can so easily become drawn to what's missing or what still needs to be done. The solstice offers an opportunity to do something different: to acknowledge what has grown, what has survived and what has brought light into our lives.

This weekend has left me with a deep sense of gratitude. I've spent time with people who matter deeply to me, shared laughter, created memories and been reminded that healing doesn't only happen in the therapy room. It also happens in connection, in feeling seen, in belonging, and in allowing ourselves to be fully present with those we love.

As the sun reaches its fullest expression today, perhaps take a moment to ask yourself: What is flourishing in my life right now? What light have I been overlooking?

Sometimes, the most healing thing we can do is simply pause long enough to notice the abundance that has been there all along.

Wishing you all a peaceful Summer Solstice ☀️ May this season bring warmth, growth, and gentle reminders that even in difficult times, there is still light to be found 💛

As a psychotherapeutic counsellor, I draw from a range of therapeutic approaches and resources to help clients better un...
06/06/2026

As a psychotherapeutic counsellor, I draw from a range of therapeutic approaches and resources to help clients better understand themselves, process difficult experiences and create meaningful change in their lives. Here are some of my favourites 😍:

✨ Inner Child Work – Explores how childhood experiences continue to influence us in adulthood, supporting healing, self-compassion and emotional growth.

✨ Shadow Work – Encourages us to examine the parts of ourselves we may reject, avoid or hide, helping to foster greater self-acceptance and authenticity.

✨ Internal Family Systems (IFS) – Views each person as being made up of different "parts," each with its own thoughts, feelings and role. IFS helps us to understand and build compassionate relationships with these parts, allowing healing of emotional wounds and greater access to their core Self, which is characterised by qualities such as calmness, confidence and clarity.

✨ Transactional Analysis (TA) – Helps us understand our patterns of communication, relationships and behaviour through exploring our Parent, Adult, and Child ego states.

Each of these approaches offers a different lens through which we can understand ourselves, and I tailor my work to the unique needs of each client rather than taking a one-size-fits-all approach.

Over the coming weeks, I'll be sharing more detailed posts about each of these methods, explaining how they work and how they may be helpful.

If any of these interest you, or you would like more information, please get in touch 🩵

05/06/2026

Running your own business isn't always as glamorous as it may seem.

There are long hours, endless to-do lists, constant marketing, finances to manage, social media to keep up with and a never-ending stream of ideas running through your mind. Even when you're supposed to be relaxing, your business often isn't far from your thoughts.

If you're unwell or take time off, the work often waits for you and so do the bills. The responsibility can feel heavy at times. But despite all of that, there are some incredible benefits too.

You have the freedom to choose your own hours, work around family commitments and social plans to create a schedule that fits your life. You get to build something that is truly yours, follow your passion, make your own decisions and see the direct impact of your hard work.

For me, the flexibility and the opportunity to do meaningful work make the challenges worthwhile. Running a business is far from easy, but it is one of the most rewarding things I've ever done.

To all the fellow business owners juggling the challenges and celebrating the wins along the way... I see you 🩵

Hard work pays off 💪 I’m so pleased to share that I recently recieved the news that I passed all work and final exams a...
28/05/2026

Hard work pays off 💪

I’m so pleased to share that I recently recieved the news that I passed all work and final exams and have achieved full accreditation with UKCP.

It has been a long and meaningful journey, and I’m incredibly grateful to all of my clients who have trusted me to walk alongside them throughout it.

Thank you for your support, trust, and belief in the therapeutic process 🩵

I need your help 👋As I continue developing my counselling practice, I’d love to hear from you about the kinds of support...
26/05/2026

I need your help 👋

As I continue developing my counselling practice, I’d love to hear from you about the kinds of support you feel would benefit either yourself or the community most.

What types of therapy or support spaces do you think people are needing right now?

Some ideas I’ve been considering are:

✨ Group therapy
✨ Couples therapy
✨ Support groups
✨ Workshops

I’d genuinely love to know your thoughts. What do you think would make the biggest difference? What would you personally find helpful or valuable?

Please feel free to comment below or message me privately if you’d rather share that way.

Laura 🩵

🌿 Welcome to my therapy room 🌿I know reaching out for therapy can feel daunting, so I wanted to share a little glimpse o...
23/05/2026

🌿 Welcome to my therapy room 🌿

I know reaching out for therapy can feel daunting, so I wanted to share a little glimpse of the space where we’ll meet.

My aim is to always to create a calm, safe and comfortable environment where you can simply be yourself.

Laura 🩵

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