Is the constant rain getting you down? This blog explores how rainy weather, and sunnier skies, can be a metaphor for what happens in therapy.

A reflection on Twixmas: that in-between time between Christmas and New Year and what this time has to teach us about the various forms of in-betweeness in life and within the therapeutic relationship.

A look at how the humble houseplant shines a spotlight on the process of therapy.

A reflection on “neuroplasticity” and how change is possible.

Exploring a specific form of burnout - neurodivergent burnout - using the metaphor of a campfire.

This article looks at what to expect in an initial counselling session. Of course, we're all unique as humans (thank goodness!) and every counselling session is unique. That said, in any initial counselling session, there are common themes and points of discussion. Having a sense of what to expect from your first session can help to ease any nerves or apprehension about the process. Here, we focus specifically on what to expect when accessing counselling with myself - Claire Law - at Free to Be Counselling, Preston.