Take back control of your emotional and psychological wellbeing with online counselling
 
With Mary Prime @ Flourishing MK - Counselling and Health and Wellness Coaching 

Life is filled with ups and downs, a natural part of our human experience as we balance various roles and priorities. Despite our best efforts, there may be moments when we feel overwhelmed by stress, anxiety, or depression. Many people express that while others seem to be managing well, they struggle to do the same.

It's important to remember that everyone faces challenges, even if they aren't visible from the outside. You may have a large support network or a small circle, but it can often feel daunting to share your struggles with loved ones. If you've sought medical help but find that prescribed medication isn't the right fit for you, exploring alternative mental health options is a valid step. No matter your reasons for visiting my site, know that you are not alone, and support is available.

I’d like to share more about myself and my counselling approach to help you decide who might best support you on your journey.

I focus on empowering clients to create a meaningful life. Many of my clients navigate various challenges. Including chronic health conditions, neurodivergent identities like autism and ADHD, anxiety, depression, relationship issues. Also, managing various life transitions, such as leaving home to start University, leaving University to start your career. Starting a family, relationship breakdowns and the death of someone in your life. Whatever your reasons for seeking support, you are very welcome in my counselling practice.

While I strive to provide accessible online support, please remember that these sessions are not a substitute for emergency services. If you are in crisis, I encourage you to reach out to a crisis service. You can make an emergency GP appointment, phone 111 option 2. Or phone the Samaritans on 116123, or text 'SHOUT' to 85258 to speak to a trained volunteer.

Through counselling, my hope is to help you transform life's challenges into opportunities for personal growth and self-development. Enabling you to live more comfortably and to reach your full potential as a person. As a qualified and experienced Person-Centred Counsellor, I have extensive experience assisting clients with diverse issues.

I am particularly interested in supporting adults diagnosed with autism or ADHD, or those individuals who have self-diagnosed and considering the pros and cons of navigating the assessment process as an adult. As a late diagnosed female with Autism and ADHD, I know first hand how this can be both an exciting and a stressful time for people. You can find out more about yourself during this process and hopefully find some answers if you have been questioning for a while whether you are neurodivergent.

Whilst I can't diagnose these conditions, nor will I tell you what to do, my hope is that I can support you to process this change and manage the impact on your identity.

I also assist clients coping with bereavement, chronic pain, and other long-term health conditions and other mild to moderate mental health challenges, such as anxiety disorders and depression. I will be guided by you in what language you use and feel comfortable with - to describe the struggles that you are experiencing.

My background includes a long history of working in the National Health Service (NHS), most recently as as a Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner in an NHS Talking Therapies service. This role involves a holistic approach to your physical and mental health. I encourage self-management of your conditions, by teaching you about the condition and encouraging you to learn CBT tools and techniques so you can learn to help yourself with your current difficulties.

Since the-19 pandemic, I transitioned my counselling private practice online. Providing sessions via Teams, or Zoom, and offering telephone sessions for those who prefer a different mode of connection. Online counselling provides several benefits, including being in  the comfort of your own home whilst you access your sessions. Having flexibility in scheduling appointments around your other daily commitments. Also, the ability to connect with me for your sessions from anywhere in the country, all while ensuring confidentiality and discretion. If you need support, I encourage you to take that first step toward developing a stronger, more empowered future and begin crafting the life you desire.

On a personal note, as part of my self-care I enjoy spending time outdoors in nature. Recently I went to the Patch MK and enjoyed taking photos in their sunflower fields. Sunflowers are a particular favourite of mine as they represent hope and positivity and make me feel very happy, as seen in my photos. Sunflowers also reflect my branding for my business, which is based upon flourishing as an individual alongside your challenges. If you're ever in the Milton Keynes area, I recommend visiting the Patch MK for a delightful family day out. Please see their website: https://thepatchmk.co.uk/