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Category Archives: Getting to Know Me
A Heartfelt Thank You and My Journey So Far
A heartfelt thank you to my supporters and an honest look at the journey that led me to create Safespace Counselling, shaped by community, connection and the growing mental health needs of today. Continue reading
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Stronger Together: Honouring Remembrance by Looking After the Men Still With Us
Remembrance invites reflection — not only for those we lost, but for the living men who carry invisible wounds. Today’s post explores how remembrance and compassion can become practical acts of support for men facing loneliness, trauma, or thoughts of suicide. Continue reading
Posted in Getting to Know Me, Men’s Mental Health & Suicide Prevention
Tagged anxiety in men, community support, counselling for men, depression in men, DM PAUSE, gordon winters, grief and loss, healing after war, invisible wounds, male loneliness, men talking therapy, men’s emotional wellbeing, men’s mental health, men’s support UK, mental health awareness, mindfulness for men, post-traumatic stress, remembrance sunday, safe space counselling, Shropshire counselling, stronger together, Suicide Prevention, veterans mental health, Worcestershire counselling
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“Why Suicide Awareness Matters Now More Than Ever”
Suicides in England & Wales increased in 2023. This article explains key statistics, common risk factors, verbal and behavioural warning signs, helpful resources (including the Stay Alive app) and how to get immediate support. DM PAUSE for a free 15-minute clarity call. Continue reading
Posted in Getting to Know Me, Teen Loneliness & Mental Health
Tagged crisis help, DM PAUSE, free clarity call, gordonwinters, mental health resources, mental health support, ONS suicide statistics, orange badge suicide prevention, SafeSpaceCounselling, samaritans, stay alive app, suicide awareness, Suicide Prevention, suicide statistics 2023, warning signs of suicide
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Inside the Secret World of Online Support: How I Help People Break Free from Loneliness and Overwhelm
At SafeSpace Counselling, I work online with people facing loneliness, anxiety, and self-doubt. Here’s a behind-the-scenes look at how sessions help build safety, coping tools, and self-compassion — showing you that you don’t have to face these struggles alone. Continue reading
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Tagged anxiety, autism support, gordonwinters, grounding techniques, loneliness, mental health support, mental health uk, online counselling, panic attacks, SafeSpaceCounselling, safety planning, self compassion, self doubt, stress relief, Suicide Prevention, therapy online, worldwide counselling
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This Simple Orange Button Badge Could Stop Suicide—Here’s Why It Matters
A reflective account of attending Orange Button suicide prevention training in Tenbury Wells. Learn what the Orange Button scheme aims to do, why training matters, and where to find urgent local support. Continue reading
Take Control of Your Mental Wellbeing:
Discover five free, expert-crafted guides from SafeSpace Counselling designed to support your mental wellbeing. Covering anxiety, depression, parenting, and narcissistic abuse recovery, these practical resources are here to help you or a loved one take the next step toward balance and healing. Continue reading
Posted in Expats, General, Getting to Know Me, Loneliness in Older People, Men’s Mental Health & Suicide Prevention, Support for Stressed Out Paren, Teen Loneliness & Mental Health
Tagged anxiety help, counselling resources, depression support, free mental health guides, gordonwinters, mental health support, narcissistic abuse recovery, parenting support, SafeSpaceCounselling
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Getting to Know Me Wednesdays: Shadowing in The Malverns
This week in “Getting to Know Me Wednesdays,” I share my experience shadowing at Citizens Advice in The Malverns — a step forward in my journey of growth, community connection, and supporting others through safe, trusted spaces. Continue reading
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Tagged citizens advice malvern, community networking, counselling in worcestershire, counsellor in shropshire, counsellor journey, getting to know me wednesdays, gordon winters, hwcc herefordshire worcester chamber of commerce, learning by doing, local community support, mental health awareness, professional development, safe space counselling uk, safespace counselling, shadowing experience, the malverns area of outstanding natural beauty
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Beautiful City Of Seville
A trip down memory lane! I’ve enjoyed many holidays in Spain, and each time I’ve visited the beautiful city of Seville. The Seville Cathedral (Catedral de Santa María de la Sede) Continue reading
