When Excitement Meets Anxiety: The Real Feelings of Travel
We’re told holidays are the ultimate escape, the highlight reel of life. Scroll through TikTok or Instagram and it’s all smiles, sunshine, and cocktails. But behind every “perfect” trip is often a mix of excitement and unease, the build up, the packing, the airport stress, and the tug of homesickness when it’s all over. As a person centred counsellor and recently self confessed homebird, I’ve learned that holidays can bring as much inner reflection as outer adventure. This blog explores the joy and anxiety that come with getting away and how understanding ourselves through a person centred lens can help us find balance between the two.
Be Your Own Pace Car: Finding Community at Caffeine & Machine
In this blog, I reflect on the Caffeine & Machine community, where cars bring people together—and human connection brings them home. From casual conversations to mental health initiatives like I Love You, Man, this welcoming space mirrors the principles of person-centred counselling: empathy, acceptance, and safe, non-judgemental spaces. Discover how shared passions can support well-being and create a sense of belonging for everyone.
Mixed Emotions and Positive Change: How to Process Life Transitions
Life changes can bring excitement, anxiety, and even grief. In this blog, I explore the layers of emotion that come with transitions and how person-centred counselling can help you navigate them
Conversations on the Move: Walking, Talking, and Supporting Mental Health
On 17th August 2025, Steven Gregson embarked on a remarkable walking challenge for Men Walking and Talking. I joined him for one of the seven trips and experienced first hand the healing power of conversation, connection, and presence. From live podcast recordings to reflective walks, this blog explores how community, empathy, and support mirror the principles of person-centred counselling — and why talking can truly be the start of change.