Notebook

Welcome to the Notebook, a collection of thoughts, feelings and reflections written by the Self Space team. Each entry is an invitation to pause, think deeply, feel deeply and develop the tools to deal with the world how it is.

January | No more ‘New Year, New Me’

Let’s resolve not to make resolutions……EVER Instead, let’s decide daily what we are fighting for & practice with rigour ‘everyday mental maintenance’
  • Self
  • Emotions
  • Therapy
  • Relationships

December | The Moments That Matter

From years of sitting with others in therapy and my own personal journey, one thing I’m certain of is that we are all in search of more meaningful moments. Moments that touch our souls. We need and deserve them.
  • Self
  • Emotions

November | Emotional Foresight

October always feels heavy – but with emotional foresight, I’m learning to navigate the cycles, embrace the lessons, and prepare for what’s ahead. Here’s how I make it through.
  • Self
  • Emotions
  • Relationships

How to Get the Most Out of Your Therapy Journey, in Person or Online

Therapy is your space to explore, grow, and thrive. Here’s how to show up, stay curious, and make the most of every session—because investing in yourself is always worth it.
  • Self
  • Therapy

Is Therapy Working? How to Know if You’re on the Right Track

Therapy isn’t a straight line—it’s more like a two-step, a shuffle, and a stumble forward. Reflect, reset, and trust the process—because even the smallest wins mean you’re moving in the right direction.
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  • Therapy

Which Type of Therapy Is Right for Me?

Starting therapy is a big step—choosing the right type? Even bigger. From CBT to arts-based approaches, explore the options and find the one that feels right for you. Therapy is personal, and your path is yours to choose.
  • Self
  • Therapy

September | The Big Decompression

Big feelings need space—not silence. At Self Space, we believe decompressing isn't about pushing emotions away but inviting them in, expressing them fully, and finding balance after. Come home to yourself.
  • Self
  • Emotions
  • Relationships

August | Let’s Really Be Here Now: The Power of Presence

Presence is the greatest gift we can give ourselves. At Self Space, we believe in creating room to feel, to notice, to truly live—whether in therapy, in glimmers of joy, or in the moments of connection that remind us what it means to be human. Live fully, love openly, and take time to just be.
  • Self
  • Emotions

Therapist Manifesto

At Self Space, we champion therapy that is unapologetically human, relational, and real. Our Therapist Manifesto is a reminder that healing isn’t found in perfection or expertise, but in connection, curiosity, and creativity. It’s about being present, fostering change, and walking alongside our clients in their journey.
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July | Does your summer cup overfloweth, or are you scraping the bottom of the barrel?

Summer often comes with the pressure to live up to the perfect moments we see online, but reality rarely matches the glossy images. Forget chasing perfection—it's about making space for meaningful moments, even in the chaos.
  • Self

June | Men’s mental health… is about women too

Men’s mental health statistics are alarming: 77% of men experience anxiety, stress, or depression, but 40% have never spoken about it. This silence is often fuelled by embarrassment or stigma. As a woman exploring this topic, I find myself torn—wanting to help, yet unsure of how to approach it.
  • Self
  • Relationships

Mental Health at Work With Laura Wyatt

We interviewed Laura Wyatt, UK Head of People at Oatly, to discuss the successes her company and she are experiencing in mental health.
  • Work
That's all folks!

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