Katie Woods Therapy

Slightly different post from me. I am trying to set up a uksobs support group in Warrington however we need more volunteers to facilitate the group. I would welcome as many shares as possible, thank you. If you are interested in volunteering here is the link - http://bttr.im/yqjay

Proud to be part of uksobs, looking for more volunteers to set up a local group 💜❤ #sobs @sobscharity #cheshire #warrington #volunteer #bereavement #grief #support #loss

Sometimes we all need a helping hand through an unknown or tricky path. It is a little less daunting & overwhelming when you have someone by your side to help guide you through. 😊 #youmatter #yournotalone #therapeuticrelationship #creativeconnections #therapy #therapistofinstagram #counselling #yourjourney #anxiety #depression #selfcareisntselfish #selfcompassion #selfworth #trust #trauma #healthyboundaries #heal #mentalhealth #mentalhealthawareness

Selfcare in the sunshine this morning for me & my doodle friend #selfcareisntselfish #youmatter #selfcompassion #selfworth #space #selfcare #labradoodle #freshair #sunshineisgoodforthesoul #mentalhealth #mentalhealthawareness #therapy #therapistofinstagram #lookafteryourself #depression #anxiety #counselling #katiewoodstherapy

The world around us can be so harsh and difficult to be in daily. Especially if you have heightened sensitivity to simulation of the senses which can lead to feeling overwhelmed in most situations. I may not be hypersensitive but I do find some enviroments really help to clear my mind and help me recharge. Do you have a favourite space? I have included a few of mine. #environment #space #calmness #innerpeace #mentalhealth #mentalhealthawareness #anxiety #depression #youmatter #therapistofinstagram #therapy #safe #growth #grounding #trauma #trust #counselling

Sometimes you just have to listen to yourself. Your gut instinct knows 🧡 #katiewoodstherapy #changes #growth #gutinstinct #mentalhealth #mentalhealthawareness #therapy #therapistofinstagram #therapeuticrelationship #anxiety #depression #youmatter #selfcompassion #counselling

I really like this and thought how true, as a therapist I will be alongside you as we work together. #katiewoodstherapy #therapistofinstagram #therapeuticrelationship #counselling #connection #anxiety #depression #trust #trauma #youmatter #selfcareisntselfish #selfcompassion #selfworth #selflove #mentalhealth #mentalhealthawareness

Time to rest and recharge #katiewoodstherapy #counselling #therapy #healthyboundaries #lookafteryourself #youmatter #selfcompassion #selfworth #therapistofinstagram

This really resonated with myself and for clients. Not being acknowledged and validated left me questioning did it really happen, am I just making it up, it's not important or a big deal, I just need to push it down and get on with it but yet I had flashbacks and my body remembers through triggers & pain. Receiving compassion in a safe environment is key for healing. #katiewoodstherapy #selfcareisntselfish #selfcompassion #trauma #trust #therapistofinstagram #gabormaté #mentalhealth #youmatter #bekind #anxiety #depression #loss #grief #compassion #complextrauma #safe #counselling

#katiewoodstherapy #youmatter #therapy #mentalhealth #mentalhealthawareness #heal #trauma #depression #anxiety #selfcompassion #selfworth #selflove #selfcareisntselfish #counselling #bekind #therapistofinstagram #gabormaté

Your feelings are valid, you are allowed to enforce your boundaries, you do not need anyone else's approval; trust your gut, you've got this & you are enough. #katiewoodstherapy #therapeutic #selfcompassion #selfworth #selflove #selfcareisntselfish #youmatter #youareenough #youarenotalone #anxiety #depression #lowselfesteem #together #mentalhealth #mentalhealthawareness #counselling #safespace #trust #trusttheprocess #therapist #therapistofinstagram

I was looking at myths around su***de. There has been quite a bit of coverage recently on tv with documentaries. This myth is from @samaritanscharity . Reading through them this one really resonated with me, I have been on both sides of su***de plus I work with suidical ideation with clients. It is one area I feel very passionate about. I wanted to share this myth with you because actually Fact - The majority of people who feel suicidal do not actually want to die; they do not want to live the life they have. The distinction may seem small but it is very important. It's why talking through other options at the right time is so vital.
Please reach out and please don't hesitate to ask if you are concerned about someone. You can read more here - www.samaritans.org #samaritans #su***de #su***deprevention #su***deawareness #askforhelp #checkonyourfriends #mentalhealth #loneliness #youmatter #youareenough #counselling #youarenotalone #anxiety #depression #therapeutic #therapy #counsellor #katiewoodstherapy

This is how you would see me for an online counselling session; in a private space where no-one can hear or see you. I moved to online sessions a year ago, did further training and now I continue to offer online & limited face to face appointments. Any questions please don't hesitate to ask - [email protected]uk #covid_19 #onlinecounselling #katiewoodstherapy #mentalhealth #anxiety #therapy #therapist #therapeutic #depression #together #connection #counselling #itsokaynottobeokay #adaptingtochange

Selfcare is not selfish #katiewoodstherapy #youmatter #therapy #cheshirecounselling #checkonyourfriends #mentalhealth #mentalhealthawareness #anxiety #depression #selfcompassion #selflove #selfcare #selfworth #selfcareisntselfish #counselling #courage #trust #youareimportant

I absolutely agree. Although at times it might be hard to believe this, remember always be kind to yourself. #katiewoodstherapy #mentalhealth #youmatter #youareenough #youarenotalone #youngminds #depression #anxiety #selfcompassion #selfworth #therapy #counselling #creativeconnection #trauma #broken #mentalhealthawareness #youareimportant #compassion #empathy #cheshirecounselling

I am back. I have just been for a walk this morning to clear my head ready to work through my to do list. I will be emailing clients with any updates today.

Look after yourselves as we start this year with some uncertainty ahead, do what you need to stay grounded. I will also be doing this; working at a pace that feels healthy and giving me the right balance.

#katiewoodstherapy #mentalhealth #mentalhealthawareness #counselling #therapeutic #cheshirecounselling #anxiety #uncertainty #youmatter #compassion #depression #unknown #grounding #balance #selfcompassion #selfcare

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Christmas isn’t going to be the same for many of us this year. If you need mental health support, or know a young person who might, here are three services that are available to you over Christmas and New Year.

Use the YoungMinds Crisis Messenger and text YM to 85258, open 24/7.

Call Samaritans on 116 123, open 24/7.

Call Childline on 0800 1111, open 7:30 - 3:30am

If you are struggling, there are people and services who are ready to help and able to listen. You are not alone 💛

I am now out of the office until January the 6th. Giving myself plently of time to rest, recharge and spend time with loved ones.

What a year it has been, I think many of us will be ready for a break. Remeber to take care of yourself, hold your boundaries, be gentle and connect with others.

If you find yourself or someone you know in crisis, see the list below for helpful numbers; please reach out and talk.

- AnxietyUK. Charity providing support if you have been diagnosed with an anxiety condition.
Phone: 03444 775 774 (Monday to Friday, 9.30am to 5.30pm)
- CALM is the Campaign Against Living Miserably, for men aged 15 to 35.
Phone: 0800 58 58 58 (daily, 5pm to midnight)
- MIND. Promotes the views and needs of people with mental health problems.
Phone: 0300 123 3393 (Monday to Friday, 9am to 6pm)
Website: www.mind.org.uk
- Samaritans. Confidential support for people experiencing feelings of distress or despair.
Phone: 116 123 (free 24-hour helpline)
- YoungMinds. Information on child and adolescent mental health. Services for parents and professionals.
Phone: Parents' helpline 0808 802 5544 (Monday to Friday, 9.30am to 4pm)
Website: www.youngminds.org.uk
- NSPCC. Phone: 0800 1111 for Childline for children (24-hour helpline)
0808 800 5000 for adults concerned about a child (24-hour helpline)
- SHOUT. Text SHOUT to 85258 from anywhere in the UK, anytime, about any type of crisis.

#mentalhealth #mentalhealthawareness #counselling
#selfcare #anxiety #depression #youmatter #therapeutic #lonely #katiewoodstherapy

Keeping yourself grounded in this uncertain time. See below for some things that help me incase it helps you.
• Take a break - for example sitting with a cuppa for 5minutes or having a break from reading the news.
• Connect with people - Instead of saying social distancing, what about physical distancing & social connection.
• Create some boundaries - it's ok to say no to recharge. Also check in with yourself with what feels good & helpful.
• Focus on what you can control & not what you can't.
• Lots of self care ❤
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#counselling #therapeutic #mentalhealthawareness #selfcare #grounding #selfcompassion #boundaries #anxiety #uncertainty #youmatter #connect #takeabreak #katiewoodstherapy #depression #unknown #covid_19 #grounded #recharge