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🌟Award Winning Specialist Psychotherapy & Wellbeing Clinic for parents and families

Serving Individuals & Businesses

❤️ Changing the way we value and support parents in society ❤️

18/06/2026

One thing I wish someone had told me prior to becoming a Mother…

Was that it is quite common to question your decision to become a Mother.

That if motherhood isn’t what you expected, you are not failing.

Motherhood is often sold as one of the happiest times of our lives.

But alongside love, there is also:

💔 Grief for the life you had before
💔 Loss of identity
💔 Overwhelm
💔 Guilt
💔 Rage
💔 Loneliness
💔 A feeling that you’ve somehow lost yourself

Often the hardest part isn’t actually caring for your child.

Its the unspoken thoughts, feelings, and experiences that come alongside Motherhood.

If Motherhood feels different to what you expected, I hope this serves as a reminder that there is support available and that your feelings are valid.

❤️ Which part of motherhood caught you most by surprise?

Laura x

✨ Throwback to standing on stage at Womanifest last summer

Parents…We don’t often think of ourselves as leaders, but we are.I have an honest ask of you: Are you willing to be vuln...
15/06/2026

Parents…

We don’t often think of ourselves as leaders, but we are.

I have an honest ask of you: Are you willing to be vulnerable in front of your children?

Not in a way that burdens them, but in a way that shows them what it means to be human?
To feel.
To navigate challenge.
To ask for help when it’s needed.

Last week stretched me.

There were moments of real beauty,
and moments that felt heavy and hard.

And like most parents know…
the role doesn’t pause.

So I had to decide, in real time, what mattered most.
What could wait.
What could fall away.
And where I needed support.

I didn’t get it perfect.

But I showed my son something more important than perfection.

I showed him what it looks like to be honest.
To feel overwhelmed and still keep going.
To take responsibility, while also being kind to yourself.

That is leadership.

What I was reminded of is this:

Children don’t need perfect parents.
They need real ones.

Ones who model resilience without pretending it’s easy.
Ones who show that mistakes are part of growth.
Ones who allow love and support in, instead of carrying everything alone.

That’s how safety is built.
That’s how trust is formed.

And in time, that’s how they learn to lead themselves.

So if this week feels full, or messy, or imperfect…

You’re not failing.

You’re showing them how to be human.

Laura x

The part of allergy parenting nobody talks about 💛We talk about food labels.The EpiPens.Avoiding allergens.But we rarely...
11/06/2026

The part of allergy parenting nobody talks about 💛

We talk about food labels.
The EpiPens.
Avoiding allergens.

But we rarely talk about the emotional weight that comes with allergy parenting.

The constant vigilance.
Mental load.
Anxiety before birthday parties.
The grief of watching your child miss out.

Guilt, anger, worry and exhaustion that can quietly sit beneath the surface.

In our latest blog, psychotherapist and allergy parent Daniella Doon-Joseph shares the reality of living with and parenting through food allergies.

Not just the practical side.
The emotional side too.

The feelings many parents carry but rarely say out loud.

💭 The relief of finally getting a diagnosis.
💭 The anxiety that never seems to fully switch off.
💭 The jealousy when things seem easier for other families.
💭 The joy when your child confidently navigates the world safely.

Most importantly, this blog is a reminder that if you're finding allergy parenting hard, you're not failing.

You're carrying a lot.

And you're not alone.

If this is your family's reality, we hope these words help you feel seen, understood and supported.

📖 Read the full blog here

https://lauragreenwoodtherapy.com/the-part-of-allergy-parenting-nobody-talks-about/

Leaders…Honest ask: Are you truly vulnerable with your team?Not in a performative way, but in a way that allows others t...
08/06/2026

Leaders…

Honest ask: Are you truly vulnerable with your team?

Not in a performative way, but in a way that allows others to see your humanness?
In a way that lets you receive support when it’s needed.
In a way that quietly signals: it’s safe to be real here too.

Last month brought more highs and lows than I’ve experienced as a human in a long time.
Beautiful moments, alongside equally challenging ones.
And it took its toll.

On my energy.
On my capacity.

As a mother, a psychotherapist, and a business owner, life doesn’t pause.
So I had to quickly tune into what needed to be held, what could be shared, and what could be let go.

No perfect answers, just honest ones.

And what I saw, in the middle of that, was growth.

Not because I handled everything flawlessly, I didn’t.
But because I allowed myself to be human.
To make mistakes.
To ask for help.
To be seen.

There is strength in that.

What became clear is this:
Vulnerability, shared with the right people, creates connection, not weakness.
It reminds you how much support is already around you.
And it builds trust in a way that perfection never can.

What makes me effective as a psychotherapist and a leader isn’t having it all together.

It’s my willingness to stay connected.
To show up with integrity.
To practice, daily, what I ask of others.

Being stoic doesn’t build people.
Connection does.

If you want to build a people-centred business, a strong team, a meaningful culture… be a person within it.

Not a perfect one.
A real one.

Laura x

Today marks 11 years of marriage. 23 years of knowing and loving this man. 7 years of parenting together.I read someth...
06/06/2026

Today marks 11 years of marriage. 23 years of knowing and loving this man. 7 years of parenting together.

I read something recently on the gram, that reminded me so much of my husband…who whilst I know, he is in awe of me, I too, am in awe of him. I have attached the post here.

It refers to how the secret to staying married is not loving the same person for a lifetime, but loving the ever-evolving versions of that woman, otherwise, you lose her.

I am not the young girl he met 23 years ago.

Nor am I the woman he married 11 years ago.

Or the woman who gave birth to our son 7 years ago.

I am an ever-evolving woman, with every year that passes.

My husband. Is the only adult that has ever taught me that unconditional love truly can exist amongst adults.

He has loved every version of me.

Even when it has been hard…and I know there have been time when choosing to love me has been hard.

But choose me, he has.

His natural tendency to stay in the certain, safe and stable…a complete juxtaposition against my striving for variety, change and growth wherever I can find it!

He is the yin to my yang.

He is the love of my lifetime that sadly, some people never find.

I could not be more grateful to what universal laws brought us together in that dingy stick to the floor nightclub in Halifax….where he spotted me, across the room, knowing he was ready for a girlfriend, and decided, I was going to be the one.

I love you forever James Greenwood. In this, and all lifetimes.

Thank you for loving all parts of me.

Laura x

Credit to for the referred to post

05/06/2026

Laura’s reflections on...

✨️ showing up as you are and trusting it reaches who it needs to...outside of hooks for the algorithm and numbers.

✨️ shedding to create space for the new, and what is right for you right now

✨️ finding your tribe and community

✨️ how no matter how much wisdom we hold, we all need someone to reflect back to us truth, and help guide us away from social conditioning designed to keep pulling us back into restrictive, controlling patterns that don’t serve us

I hope you enjoy listening 💛

Laura x

For years I have said…no amount of self care tips work when existing in broken systems 💔This is why, working with organi...
04/06/2026

For years I have said…no amount of self care tips work when existing in broken systems 💔

This is why, working with organisations, have always been an important piece of the puzzle. Of changing the way we support and value parents within our society.

Behind the job titles, deadlines and meetings… are people trying to hold together the mental and emotional load of work, parenting, relationships and everyday life.

Recently, I delivered a parenthood support workshop for the ‘Working Parents Group’ at University of Huddersfield and the feedback made my day 🥹❤️

What I see time and time again in my work is this:

Parents do not need perfection.
They need spaces where they feel seen, understood and genuine support.

Spaces where they can talk honestly about:
✔️ Guilt
✔️ Overwhelm
✔️ Identity shifts
✔️ The mental load
✔️ Juggling work and family life
✔️ The pressure to “be it all”

One attendee shared:

“The session was extremely valuable… it reassured me that I’m not alone in feeling things like guilt, and that these emotions are completely normal given the pressures we often face.”

Another said:

“It felt like a really inclusive and supportive space… to feel like we’re not alone in the struggle of parenting and working and juggling.”

And feedback from the university team included:

“Laura delivered an excellent workshop that really connected with our Working Parents Group members… We highly recommend Laura for any organisation that wants to support working parents and carers.”

These conversations matter DEEPLY. More than we can see on the surface.

When organisations create psychologically safe spaces for parents and carers, it does not just support wellbeing. It supports connection, belonging AND all those output and retention outcomes businesses are looking for.

I deliver talks, workshops and wellbeing sessions for:
✔️ Universities
✔️ Corporate organisations
✔️ Schools and education settings
✔️ Healthcare teams
✔️ Leadership and women’s networks
✔️ Parent and carer communities

If your organisation would like to better support working parents and carers, I’d love to hear from you.

Laura x

Motherhood can bring immense love, joy and connection.But it can also awaken emotions many women never expected to feel:...
01/06/2026

Motherhood can bring immense love, joy and connection.

But it can also awaken emotions many women never expected to feel:

Overwhelm.
Resentment.
Mental exhaustion.
Rage.

And those moments are quickly followed by crushing guilt and shame.

“What’s wrong with me?”
“Why am I reacting like this?”
“I’m the worst mum in the world!”
"I'm not meant to be a mother!"

The truth is… mum rage is NOT about being a “bad parent.”

It is a signal.

A sign of overwhelm, unmet needs, chronic stress and years of suppressing emotions just to keep everything going.

That’s why I created my new signature talk:

“Mum Rage: The Challenge No One Prepared You For”

In this honest and compassionate keynote, I explore:

✔️ What maternal rage actually is
✔️ The difference between anger and rage
✔️ The hidden mental load mothers carry
✔️ Why emotional suppression keeps so many women stuck
✔️ The cycle of overwhelm, rage, guilt and shame
✔️ How perfectionism and “good mother” narratives impact mental health
✔️ Practical ways to begin breaking the cycle with compassion, not criticism
✔️ How workplaces, communities and families can better support mothers before they reach breaking point

This is a conversation so many women have been waiting to hear out loud.

Perfect for:
✔️ Corporate wellbeing events
✔️ Women’s leadership events
✔️ Maternal mental health campaigns
✔️ Parenting conferences
✔️ Schools, healthcare and education settings
✔️ Community wellbeing organisations

Because mothers do not need more judgement.

They need understanding, support and safe spaces to be honest.

If you would like to book this talk for your organisation, event or community, please DM me or email to enquire.

Laura x

Sometimes, when a teenager is struggling, it doesn’t always look the way we expect it to.It can look like anxiety.Like a...
28/05/2026

Sometimes, when a teenager is struggling, it doesn’t always look the way we expect it to.

It can look like anxiety.
Like anger.
Like shutting down, withdrawing, avoiding school, or feeling overwhelmed by friendships, family dynamics, and emotions they don’t yet have the words for.

At Laura Greenwood Therapy, we know that beneath so many emotional struggles is often a young person longing to feel safe, understood, connected, and supported. 💚

In our latest blog, therapist April Hill gently explores IPT-A (Interpersonal Psychotherapy for Adolescents) - an evidence-based therapy designed to support teenagers experiencing low mood, depression, anxiety, emotional overwhelm, and relationship difficulties.

Inside the blog, we explore:
✓ Why depression in teenagers can often go unnoticed
✓ How anxiety and emotional dysregulation can sometimes mask deeper struggles
✓ The powerful link between relationships and emotional wellbeing
✓ How IPT-A helps young people feel heard, understood, and more emotionally connected

If you are supporting a teenager who seems “not quite themselves” right now, we hope this offers some understanding, reassurance, and hope.

You are not alone in this. ✨

Read the full blog here… https://lauragreenwoodtherapy.com/understanding-ipt-a-supporting-teenagers-through-relationships-and-emotional-wellbeing/

Laura and April x

26/05/2026

Listen to Meg’s story… ❤️

Of fertility struggles, hyperemesis, feeling suicidal, considering abortion… to gaining support and now being committed to paying this forward by supporting Mothers herself too.

A powerful reminder that in our darkest moments, support, connection and healing can change everything. Even if we cannot see that at the time.

Thank you, Meg, for sharing your truth so openly and bravely. We know your story will help so many others feel less alone.

If this resonates with you, please know support is available, and you do not have to carry this alone. 🤍

Laura x

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