Creative Change Counselling

01/05/2026

Hi👏

I have created these 2 guides to download free.

GCSE Survival
School Survival.

Simply go to my page to download these resources.
https://www.creativechangecounselling.com/resources

25/04/2026

I'm in the process of creating these 2 download documents! Watch this space! 👀

18/04/2026

My brain is still buzzing after an incredible week of training! 🌪️➡️☀️
​I’ve spent the last few days diving deep into EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) specifically for children and adolescents. It’s hard to put into words how powerful this modality is for shifting deep-seated trauma, quietening the voice of shame, and helping kids find their confidence again.
​I was particularly moved by its effectiveness with ARFID and anxiety—areas where traditional talk therapy can sometimes hit a wall. Seeing the science and the heart behind this approach has been so validating.
​I’m feeling incredibly energized and ready to start this new chapter! I can't wait to see the impact these tools will have for my young clients as they move toward healing and resilience. 🧠✨
​Curious about how EMDR works?
This short video does a great job of explaining the process:
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Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBf5qWsvysdkmRte1GJhQ6g?sub_confirmation=1This video has been created to explain EMDR therapy to children. It may...

16/04/2026

Starting school is a huge milestone—but for parents of children with SEN (Special Educational Needs), it can feel like a mountain to climb. 🏔️

How do you make sure a busy teacher knows that your child needs a "Now/Next" board, or that they’re terrified of the hand dryer? ✋🚫

Answer: The SEN Passport. 📄✨

It’s a "cheat sheet" for your child’s teacher that covers:
✅ What makes them smile
✅ Their specific sensory triggers
✅ The "quick wins" for their learning
✅ Vital safety info

Don’t let your child’s needs get lost in the paperwork. Create a one-page profile that speaks for them when you aren’t there.

🔗 [LINK IN COMMENTS] to download this free, adaptable SEN Passport template!

15/04/2026

Does your "Internal Smoke Alarm" feel stuck on high alert today? 🚨

When we are overwhelmed, our brains often try to solve everything at once—including the things we have absolutely no power over. We ruminate on the past, worry about other people’s opinions, or try to predict the future.

In my Exeter practice, I call this "carrying the world in your circle."

For neurodivergent people, this leads to a full "Sensory Cup" and total burnout. The secret to finding a bit of calm isn't doing more; it’s identifying what you can actually influence.

Look at the inner circle in the image. 🫧

Today, I am choosing to focus only on my own boundaries and how I treat myself. Everything else stays in the outer circle for now.

I’ve created a 5-page "Control Toolkit" (including a worksheet and info sheet) to help you map this out for yourself. If you’d like a free copy, just comment "CONTROL" below and I’ll send it over to your inbox! 🌿

13/04/2026

In my work as a counsellor here in Exeter, I often talk about the "Watchman" in our brain. For neurodivergent individuals, that internal smoke alarm can go off for "burnt toast" (like a loud noise or a change in plans) just as loudly as it would for a "house fire."

Understanding this is the first step toward self-compassion. It’s not a character flaw; it’s a sensitive alarm system!

I'm curious—what’s a "burnt toast" moment that sets off your internal alarm? Let’s chat in the comments. 👇

💬Message me if you would like a copy of the poster!

13/04/2026

🧠 Is your brain's smoke alarm a little too sensitive?

In my work as a counsellor here in Exeter, I often talk about the "Watchman" in our brain. For neurodivergent individuals, that internal smoke alarm can go off for "burnt toast" (like a loud noise or a change in plans) just as loudly as it would for a "house fire."

Understanding this is the first step toward self-compassion. It’s not a character flaw; it’s a sensitive alarm system!

I'm curious—what’s a "burnt toast" moment that sets off your internal alarm? Let’s chat in the comments. 👇

10/04/2026

08/04/2026

I use simple, digital tools like this with my clients to track triggers in real-time.
Want a copy? DM me.

08/04/2026

Why is my child a "star" at school but a "storm" at home? 🌪️🏫

If you’ve ever heard a teacher say, "They’ve had a great day!" only for your child to have a total meltdown the second they walk through the front door... you aren't alone.

This is After-School Restraint Collapse. Think of their Sensory Cup 🥤. At school, they are working incredibly hard to "mask" and keep that cup from overflowing. They are holding it all in.

Home is their Safe Harbour ⚓. When they see you, they finally feel safe enough to let that cup overflow.

How I can help:
In my Exeter practice, I don't just "talk" about these meltdowns. I help you:

Map the Cup: What exactly is filling it up at school? (Noise? Transitions? Social pressure?
"Draining the Cup"
Early intervention is about catching the "fizz" before the "explosion." These techniques should be accessible to both the child and the staff supporting them.

Advocate for Drains: Together, we will identify the specific sensory and emotional needs that belong in your child’s EHCP Section F. I’ll help you find the right words to describe their 'drains' and 'fills,' so the school has a clear, legal roadmap to support their regulation.

Regulate, don't Reprimand: Low-demand strategies to help the whole family breathe again.