If you are looking for something a little bit unusual to do in London this Autumn 2026, look no further than my junk journalling workshop. Never heard of junk journalling? No problem! Spend 1.5 wholesome hours cutting, sticking, and creating to your heart’s content. Bring your scraps, photos, stickers and washi tape… whatever sparks joy! Journal Club is a dedicated space to create, slow down and be present. The act of arranging, tearing, writing, and layering can soothe a

Junk journaling girlies, this one’s for you! I am very excited to announce my upcoming journal workshops. If you are always looking for junk journal ideas, bullet journal ideas and generally ways to make more use of your journal then look not further. Spend 1.5 wholesome hours cutting, sticking, and creating to your heart’s content. Bring your scraps, photos, stickers and washi tape… whatever sparks joy! Journal Club is a dedicated space to create, slow down and be presen

If you have been working hard to reduce your anxiety but still end up stuck in negative thought patterns…this is the part no one tells you about. You’re doing amazing at reading the books, listening to the podcasts, you’re even doing all the self care tips… Yet it feels like there is something missing with your ability to help yourself. That nagging voice always seems to creep back in… That’s because while all of these are great tools and can support you…(and I love a good bo

Mental health is a crucial part of our well-being, yet many of us struggle to find simple, effective ways to support it daily. One creative and calming practice gaining attention is aesthetic journaling. This approach combines art and writing to help slow down, process emotions, and build self-awareness. If you want to explore how this can benefit your mental health, our Journal Club event tomorrow offers a dedicated space to create, be present, and nurture your mind through

Now that can be from how do I stop losing my temper when people annoy me, to how to I stop blaming myself when things go wrong. And trust me, the answer is not to berate yourself into being a "better person". Because you are already a great person to be wanting to improve on yourself. The key to this is "Awareness and Psychological flexibility" Now that sounds complex, but it really isnt. Simply put Psychological flexibility is.... 1) the ability to stay in present moment 2)

There are some powerful strategies to help individuals interrupt and unhook from negative thoughts out there! And I can teach you some of them! By fostering a mindset of acceptance, my course encourages individuals to observe their thoughts without judgment, allowing them to create distance from unhelpful patterns. Through mindfulness techniques and commitment to personal values, individuals learn to recognise that thoughts are not facts and can choose to engage in meaningful

I remember speaking to one of my friends about this, can positive thinking, affirmations, the law of attraction really make a differecne to your life. And as a therapist, I can certainly say they can! I have seen in real time the difference it can make, not only to my outlook on life but those of my clients. One of the most beneficial things I did for my mental outlook on life was take part in a positivity challenge. The challenge was 30 days long, each day you had to write d

Crafting is more than just a hobby or a way to pass time. It offers a powerful way to improve mental wellbeing and bring calmness into daily life. When you engage in creative activities like knitting, painting, or woodworking, your brain shifts focus from stress and worries to the present moment. This shift can reduce anxiety, boost mood, and create a sense of accomplishment. In this post, we explore how crafting supports mental health and why it is a valuable practice for an

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