Counselling First

05/10/2026

Some days I can’t hardly get up! PTSD is making me freeze.
That’s why I am gonna book in for EMDR

03/10/2026

29/09/2026

Coping with loss can bring a strange mix of feelings.

You might miss the person (or pet) deeply, and also feel relief, anger, guilt, or even nothing at all.

All of those can be part of grief.

A helpful reframe:
Instead of asking Why do I feel this? try What makes sense about this feeling, given what Ive been through?

If guilt is showing up, it often means you cared.

If youre struggling with grief that feels stuck or traumatic, trauma-informed therapy can help.

Kay Choudary | Counselling First

28/09/2026

I’ve been using My-Therapy-Suite to manage the admin side of my practice, and it’s made things a lot easier. Client notes, scheduling, billing and secure video sessions are all in one place, built specifically for UK therapists. If you’re thinking of giving it a try, sign up through my link and you will get your first 3 months completely free:

22/09/2026

Real healing starts with a single step.

You may arrived feeling overwhelmed by past trauma. With gentle, evidence-based support you can discover hope and calm that perhaps never thought possible.

Every journey is unique, and positive change is truly possible.

If you’re ready to begin, reach out today. 🌱

22/09/2026

Grief is not a straight line.

If youre coping with the loss of a friend, partner, or pet, it can feel like youre fine one moment and overwhelmed the next. Thats not you going backwards. Thats your nervous system doing what it needs to do.

A gentle check-in for today:
1) What am I feeling right now (name it as simply as you can)?
2) Where do I feel it in my body?
3) What would help for the next 10 minutes (not the whole day)?

Small steps count.

If youd like support, I offer trauma-informed therapy online across the UK and in-person in Collier Row.

Kay Choudary | Counselling First

21/09/2026

Trauma isn’t always what you think. Many people carry hidden wounds. What if healing is gentler than you imagine? Discover how evidence-based therapies like EMDR can help you move forward. Ready to learn more or talk? Reach out today. 🌱

02/08/2026

As summer winds down, many families feel the shift. Back-to-school anxiety is real—for kids and parents alike. If you're noticing increased worry or resistance about returning to routine, you're not alone. This is a perfect time to gently talk with your child about what's making them anxious. Listen without fixing. Sometimes, just being heard makes all the difference. 💙

02/08/2026

As we head into the final days of summer, take a moment to acknowledge what you've managed. You've fed them, kept them safe, and shown up—even on the hard days.

That's everything. 💙

01/08/2026

Welcome to August. The final month of summer holidays. If you're counting down the days until school starts, that's completely normal—and it doesn't make you a bad parent.

You're allowed to feel ready for the next chapter. 💚