NOT ALL WOUNDS ARE VISIBLE
I work with human beings — that’s really it.
There’s no one reason people reach out. Sometimes things feel heavy,
unclear, or just a bit off.
You don’t need a big explanation.
I don’t have a formula.
I offer space — to be heard, to be human, to make sense of things
at your own pace.
Please note
The resources shared on this website are offered to support awareness, wellbeing and self-care.
They are not therapy, diagnosis, or personalised advice and they are not a substitute for professional mental wellbeing or medical support.
Some of the experiences mentioned — like stress or anxiety —
may also overlap with physical health.
If you’re ever unsure or concerned about how you’re feeling,
it’s always ok to seek medical advice.
Please take what feels useful and gently leave what doesn’t.
If you’re in crisis or need urgent support, please contact your GP, call 999, or reach out to a 24/7 helpline like Samaritans on 116 123.
Before You Explore These Tools:-
The resources shared on this website are offered to support awareness,
wellbeing and self-care.
They are not therapy, diagnosis, or personalised advice,
and they are not a substitute for professional mental wellbeing support.
Please take what feels useful and gently leave what doesn’t.
If you’re in crisis or need urgent support, please contact your GP, call 999,
or reach out to a 24/7 helpline like Samaritans on 116 123.
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A gentle, trauma-informed blog exploring why people stay in painful relationships — not out of weakness, but as a survival response to slow, subtle erosion.
why people stay in unhealthy relationships
trauma-informed counselling
emotional survival
nervous system response to trauma
relational erosion
leaving abusive relationships
staying in toxic relationships
healing after emotional harm
self-trust after staying
compassionate mental health support
This blog is a calm space to explore trauma-informed wisdom, nervous system education and everyday tools for emotional wellbeing.
Whether you're navigating your own healing, supporting others, or simply curious about how trauma shapes our bodies, minds and relationships, you’re welcome here.
No jargon. No overwhelm. Just grounded reflections, practical insights, and compassion-led conversations that honour your pace, your story, and your strength.
So many of us move through life carrying emotional patterns we never chose—but learned out of necessity. When expression wasn’t safe, or emotions were met with silence or shame, we adapted. We coped. But coping isn’t the same as connecting. In this piece, we reflect on what it means to gently unlearn the survival strategies we outgrew and make space for emotional awareness, without blame or pressure to “get it right."
Counselling and therapy in a safe, comfortable and private setting
Life brings many challenges, and it is understandable that at times we might look for support in facing them. As a counsellor my role is to provide space and guidance to help you on your journey of self-discovery; to enable you to examine your life and make new, meaningful choices within it.
I offer a chance to reflect on the difficulties or problems you are experiencing in a safe and confidential environment, with someone from outside your day-to-day life. Together we can explore your situation in a way that leads to fresh perspectives - and perhaps a new understanding of yourself. Counselling isn’t about giving you solutions or advice, but empowering you to make your own changes.
I work with people from all walks of life and backgrounds, coming to me with a diverse range of problems. As a fully-qualified counsellor I am a member of the British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy, and abide by their code of ethics.
Speak in Confidence
Counselling takes place in a safe space, where you can meet with someone who will listen with sensitivity and empathy - and without judgement. In the therapy space thoughts and feelings can be expressed freely and in confidence.
A problem shared...
Trouble with a relationship; anxiety or panic attacks; mood swings or depression - many people face difficulties in their everyday lives that can be hard to get on top of. Counselling gives us a set of tools we can use to help gain a better understanding of what’s causing these problems - and how you can move towards managing or resolving them.
Make better, healthier new choices
Working together I can help you gain greater insight into the difficulties you are facing, help you understand why you act or react to them the way you do, and see how you can start to make better, heathier choices moving forward.
What issues can counselling help with?
People come to me for help a wide range of issues. Here are a few of the more common difficulties that can be supported through counselling:
Stress
Trauma
Depression
Relationship problems
Problems with confidence or self-esteem
Anger
Anxiety
Problems with addiction
Sexuality
Post-traumatic stress
Grief, loss or bereavement
Work or retirement
Abuse
Family or school life
“I was nervous about starting counselling and a little scared at what I might find myself saying! Jane was a supportive and understanding guide through therapy, and her trust and solidarity were very important. I would recommend her highly as a counsellor.”
Richard, Online Counselling
“Jane is a very warm and understanding counsellor. She helped me explore different aspects of my life and relationships without hurry, and let me take things at a pace I was comfortable with. I am so grateful for our work together, and for having her as a guide.”
Doug, Bristol
“The opportunity to express myself and explore my thoughts and feelings in a safe space was so valuable. It helped me better understand the place I was at emotionally, and to make a clear decision to move on from there.”
Louise, Clevedon
My location
I work from private offices located in |myplace|, and see clients from central Bristol and Redcliffe as well as the surrounding St Paul's, Southville and Bedminster areas. I will provide location details when we arrange our counselling sessions.
In addition to providing face-to-face therapy, I also offer telephone counselling and online sessions for clients in the North Somerset area and beyond via Zoom or Skype. Contact me to find out more about how online therapy works.
Fees & availability
Counselling sessions for individuals last 50 minutes, usually taking place on a weekly basis, and cost £60 per session. I also provide a limited number of spaces for those on low-income or for students; contact me to enquire about availability. Initial assessment appointments last around 75 minutes.
Note that if you want to cancel an appointment I require 48 hours’ notice; otherwise you will still need to pay for any sessions missed. I accept payment in cash, by cheque or by bank transfer.
Get in touch
Feel free to contact me if you have any questions about how counselling works, or to arrange an initial assessment appointment. This enables us to discuss the reasons you are thinking of coming to counselling, whether it could be helpful for you and whether I am the right therapist to help.
You can also call me on |phone| if you would prefer to leave a message or speak to me first. I am happy to discuss any queries or questions you may have prior to arranging an initial appointment.
All enquires are usually answered within 24 hours, and all contact is strictly confidential and uses secure phone and email services. Find out more by reading my Privacy Policy.
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