Resources

Can Counselling Help With Chronic Illness?

A diagnosis can change how you see yourself. Symptoms can affect your confidence, independence, work, relationships, finances and future plans. Even when an illness has been present for years, the emotional impact doesn't necessarily disappear. Many people become skilled at managing the practical side of their condition whilst quietly carrying the emotional weight of it alone.

Accessibility and Flexibility

I understand that living with a chronic illness can mean energy, pain levels, concentration, mobility and overall capacity can fluctuate from day to day, sometimes unpredictably. Where possible, I aim to offer flexibility around this.

Starting Coaching or Therapy

This page is here to answer some of the practical questions you may have about working with me, including session fees, accessibility, how sessions work and what support may feel right for you.

The Green Bottle Method

Talking about money within therapy and coaching spaces can feel uncomfortable. For clients, it can bring up shame, comparison, fear, guilt or worry about whether they are “allowed” to access support. The reality is that there is no perfect pricing model. I chose the Green Bottle Method because it felt like the most honest and human approach for the way I work and the people I work with.

Access to Work Strategy Coaching

Trying to work whilst managing disability, chronic illness, neurodivergence, mental health, burnout or overwhelm can feel like doing two full-time jobs at once. Not because you are failing. Because many workplaces, systems and expectations were never designed with disabled people in mind. I offer Access to Work strategy coaching for employed and self-employed people who need practical, sustainable support to navigate work in a way that actually works for them.

What Trauma Teaches Us About Love.

For survivors navigating trauma, C-PTSD, or chronic stress

Understanding the Cycle of Abuse

​The cycle of abuse, traditionally associated with intimate partner relationships, is a pattern of behaviours that can manifest in various types of relationships, including those in workplaces, friendships, and educational settings. Understanding this cycle across different environments is crucial for recognising and addressing abusive behaviours.​

Coaching Vs. Therapy

Let’s get straight to it—coaching and therapy often feel like two sides of the same coin. They both aim to help you thrive, tackle challenges, and live your best life, but they come at it from different angles. If you’ve ever wondered whether you need a coach, a therapist, or both, you’re not alone. The overlap can be confusing, like trying to tell the difference between a mocha and a hot chocolate. (Both are great, but they serve slightly different cravings!)

Therapy Doesn't Work... Or Does It?

Let’s talk about the phrase we’ve all heard (or maybe even said): “Therapy doesn’t work.” It’s a common sentiment, usually fuelled by frustration, disappointment, or downright confusion. And honestly, it’s not hard to see why. Therapy is as diverse as the people seeking it, yet it’s often sold as a one-size-fits-all solution. Spoiler alert: it’s not. The reality is, therapy is more like a fruit salad than a single apple. There are countless modalities, each offering a different flavour and benefit, depending on your needs. But how can you figure out which one is for you when even therapists sometimes struggle to keep track of all the options?

Discovering Your Real and Ideal Self

Ever caught yourself wondering, who am I, really? Beneath all the layers shaped by family, society, and life experiences, who is the real you? It’s a common question, yet the answer often feels elusive.

Breaking Free from Universal Negative Beliefs

We all have them, those insidious, often unconscious beliefs that seem to whisper in our ears, holding us back from reaching our full potential. They creep into our minds, convincing us of limitations that aren’t real and creating barriers where there should be none. These universal negative beliefs, whether about ourselves, others, or the world at large, can have a profound impact on our lives if left unchecked.

Embracing Success and Overcoming Fear

The truth is, many of us are just as afraid of success as we are of failure, sometimes even more so. But why?

How to Change the Way You See the World

Have you ever found yourself stuck in a mental loop, convinced that the worst is about to happen or that everyone around you is judging your every move? These are called unhelpful thinking habits, and they have a sneaky way of creeping into our lives and distorting reality.

Is Domestic Abuse a Crime?

Is domestic abuse a crime? Absolutely. Jenn Taylor's blog post explores the criminal aspects of domestic abuse, highlighting its various forms—physical, emotional, psychological, sexual, and financial.

Power And Control

"Power and Control." Discover the Power and Control Wheel, a crucial tool for identifying abusive behaviours beyond physical violence, including emotional, psychological, and economic tactics.

The Impact

Domestic abuse is a pervasive issue, affecting millions of women, men and children worldwide. Its impact extends beyond the immediate physical injuries; it profoundly affects mental and emotional well-being. One crucial aspect often overlooked is how childhood trauma, including exposure to domestic violence, can lead to long-term health problems in adulthood.

Breaking the Cycle

Are you stuck in repetitive, negative patterns that hinder your personal growth? Breaking the cycle of negative habits and thoughts

A Science-Based Guide to Stress Relief

Learn how to manage stress and enhance your well-being through actionable advice grounded in scientific research.

Adverse Childhood Experiences

Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) profoundly impact individuals long into adulthood, shaping their mental and physical health, relationships, and overall capacity to experience happiness. Growing up in a traumatic environment can alter one's perception of what is normal and safe, making it challenging to accept and thrive in healthier, more positive situations. As a coach and therapist who has overcome domestic abuse, I aim to shed light on how ACEs can create a paradoxical comfort in trauma and how we can work towards healing and accepting better circumstances.

Understanding Complex PTSD

C-PTSD results from sustained trauma over months or years, often in contexts where escape is not possible, such as abusive relationships. Unlike regular PTSD, which can result from a single traumatic event, C-PTSD involves multiple, ongoing traumatic events. This condition deeply affects mental and physical health, disrupting every aspect of a survivor’s life.