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Social Worker & Mental Health Practitioner. Offering counselling/mentoring in Portsmouth. Adults and children. Neurodivergent friendly. Im here to listen.

Please, take care of you❤️

29/10/2026

💭 THE QUESTION NOBODY THINKS TO ASK…

🌿 “Are you actually okay, or have you just become really good at coping?”

You know the feeling… 👇

💛 You smile when people ask how you are.
💛 You carry on because everyone relies on you.
💛 You say “I’m fine” because explaining feels exhausting.
💛 You put everyone else first, even when you’re running on empty.
💛 You tell yourself other people have it worse, so you shouldn’t complain.

But here’s the thing…

Being able to cope doesn’t always mean you’re okay. ❤️

You don’t have to reach breaking point before you deserve support.

At A Safe Place, I believe everyone deserves somewhere they can talk openly, feel heard and work through what’s happening in their world — without judgement.

🌱 Whether it’s anxiety, family difficulties, relationship breakdowns, low confidence, emotional struggles or simply feeling overwhelmed by life, you don’t have to figure everything out alone.

✨ Let’s start a conversation…

👇 Be honest — which one sounds most like you?

A) I’m genuinely okay 😊
😎 I’m coping, but it’s hard 💛
C) I’m exhausted from being the strong one ❤️
D) I’m not okay, but I don’t know where to start 🌿

You can comment with just a letter if that’s easier.

📩 If you need support, A Safe Place is here to help.

You matter, too. 💛

28/10/2026

💭💛 LET’S TALK… YES OR NO? 💛💭

Sometimes the simplest questions can make us stop, think and see things a little differently. 🧠✨

Here at A Safe Place, we believe that understanding ourselves and others is the first step towards positive change.

So, let’s have a little fun! 👇

🌿 Today’s YES or NO questions:

💛 Do you find it difficult to say no to people, even when you want to?

🧠 Do you ever overthink a conversation long after it has ended?

❤️ Do you think talking about your feelings should be as normal as talking about your physical health?

🤔 Have you ever said you were fine when you really weren’t?

🌱 Do you believe it’s never too late to change your life?

🫶 Do you think everyone deserves a safe space where they can talk without fear of being judged?

😂 Have you ever rehearsed an entire conversation in your head before actually having it?

💬 YOUR TURN!

Comment YES or NO below! 👇 There’s no right or wrong answer — just an opportunity to reflect, connect and maybe have a little giggle along the way. 😊

📍 A Safe Place – Southsea, Portsmouth

Supporting adults, children and families with emotional wellbeing, relationships, confidence and life’s challenges. 💛

27/10/2026

A Safe Place Mentoring

Supporting the next generation of social workers

Are you a social work student or newly qualified social worker looking for guidance, reassurance and practical support?

Social work is an incredibly rewarding profession, but it can also feel overwhelming. From placements and assignments to managing complex cases, professional boundaries and the emotional demands of the role, finding your feet can be challenging.

At A Safe Place, I offer individual mentoring to help you build confidence, strengthen your practice and navigate your journey into the profession.

What can mentoring help with?

* Student support: Preparing for placements, developing professional skills and linking theory to practice.
* Newly qualified support: Navigating your first role, building confidence and developing your professional identity.
* Reflective practice: Exploring professional dilemmas, decision-making and learning from experience.
* Understanding the realities of social work: Boundaries, accountability, safeguarding, recording and working with families.
* Professional development: Preparing for interviews, applications, assessments and career progression.
* Wellbeing and resilience: Managing the emotional demands of social work and maintaining a healthy work-life balance.

Why choose A Safe Place?

I am a qualified Social Worker registered with Social Work England, with experience in children’s services and mental health, including CAMHS.

My approach is practical, approachable and non-judgemental. I understand that developing into a confident social worker takes time, experience and the opportunity to talk things through.

This is a space where you can ask questions, explore challenges and develop your confidence without feeling that you should already have all the answers.

Available for one-to-one mentoring in Southsea and online.

Whether you are preparing for your first placement or finding your feet in your first qualified role, you do not have to navigate the journey alone.

Get in touch with A Safe Place to discuss mentoring and availability.

A stronger start. Greater confidence. Support for the social worker you are becoming.

25/10/2026

🌿 A SAFE PLACE | MENTAL HEALTH, COUNSELLING & FAMILY SUPPORT 🌿

💚 Sometimes, we all need a safe place to talk, feel heard and find a way forward.

At A Safe Place, based in Southsea, Portsmouth, I provide compassionate, professional and non-judgemental support for children, young people, adults and families.

Life can feel overwhelming at times. Whether you’re struggling with your own mental health, worried about your child, navigating family difficulties or simply need someone to talk to, you don’t have to face everything alone. 💚

✨ HOW I CAN HELP

🌿 Mental Health & Emotional Wellbeing
• Anxiety, stress and low mood
• Low confidence and self-esteem
• Emotional regulation and coping strategies
• Grief, loss and bereavement
• Self-harm and suicidal thoughts
• Neurodiversity-informed support
• Transgender-inclusive support

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Children, Young People & Families
• Emotional and behavioural difficulties
• School anxiety and school refusal
• Reduced school timetables
• Support for home-educated children
• Help for families experiencing long CAMHS waiting times
• Parenting support and understanding children’s emotional needs
• Family breakdown and relationship difficulties

💬 Family & Relationship Support
• Relationship breakdown
• Parental conflict and family separation
• Parental alienation concerns
• Co-parenting support
• Child arrangements and custody-related support
• Help navigating difficult family dynamics

🧠 Practical Skills & Specialist Support
• The Decider Skills programme
• Developing healthy coping mechanisms
• Emotional awareness and resilience
• Building confidence and independence
• Strategies to manage challenging feelings and situations

📋 Professional & Educational Support
• Independent assessments
• Report writing for court
• School visits and consultation
• Mentoring and emotional support for children and young people
• Support for university students and aspiring social workers

🤍 A PROFESSIONAL WHO UNDERSTANDS

I am a qualified Social Worker, registered with Social Work England, with extensive frontline child protection experience and a background as a CAMHS Mental Health Practitioner. I also hold an Enhanced DBS.

My approach combines professional experience with warmth, understanding and practical support tailored to each individual and family.

📍 Based at the Clock Tower, Southsea, Portsmouth
💻 Face-to-face and online appointments available
🌿 Support for children, young people, adults and families

You don’t need to wait until things reach crisis point to ask for help. Sometimes, taking that first step and talking to someone can make all the difference.

📩 Get in touch to discuss your needs and find out how I may be able to help.

💚 A Safe Place — because everyone deserves to feel heard, understood and supported.

23/10/2026

🍂🍁 WHAT IF YOU DIDN’T HAVE TO BE THE STRONG ONE TODAY? 🍁🍂

☕ The one who holds everything together.
🍂 The one who checks everyone else is OK.
🤎 The one who says “I’m fine” because explaining how you really feel seems like too much effort.

As the leaves fall and the seasons change, remember that you’re allowed to slow down, too. 🍁🌿
Sometimes, the people who look like they’re coping the best are the ones who need a little support themselves.

🧡 You don’t have to wait until you’re at breaking point to talk to someone.
🍂 You don’t need to have all the answers.
☕ You don’t need to justify how you feel.
🤎 And you certainly don’t have to face everything alone.
At A Safe Place, there’s room for you to pause, talk things through and work out your next step — without judgement. 🌿🧡
✨ Counselling, mentoring and emotional wellbeing support for adults, children and families.
📍 Southsea, Portsmouth | Face-to-face and online
🍁 Sometimes, being strong means letting someone help you.
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22/10/2026

🤎🍂 A LITTLE COSINESS, A LITTLE CALM, A SAFE PLACE 🍂🤎

There’s something special about feeling cosy, slowing down and allowing yourself a moment of peace. ☕🕯️

A warm, welcoming space where you can take a breath, gather your thoughts and feel comfortable enough to just be yourself. 🌿🤍

At A Safe Place, I believe everyone deserves a space where they feel heard, supported and never judged.

Whether life feels overwhelming, you’re navigating a difficult time, or you simply need someone to talk to, you don’t have to face it all alone.

Sometimes, the smallest moments of comfort can make the biggest difference. ✨

🤎 A little warmth.
☕ A little breathing space.
🌿 A little support when you need it most.

A Safe Place – where you can feel comfortable being you. 🤍

📍 Southsea, Portsmouth
🌐 www.asafeplacementoring.com

TakeAMoment YouMatter

21/10/2026

💚 A SAFE PLACE – SUPPORT, GUIDANCE & MENTAL HEALTH 💚

🌿 Sometimes, we all need a safe place to talk, feel heard and work through what life throws at us.

At A Safe Place, based in Southsea, Portsmouth, I offer professional, compassionate and non-judgemental support for adults, children and families.

I’m a qualified Social Worker with over 15 years of frontline child protection experience, alongside experience as a CAMHS Mental Health Practitioner. My aim is to help people feel understood, build confidence and find practical ways forward. 💚

✨ MY SERVICES INCLUDE: ✨

💚 Mental Health & Emotional Wellbeing
• Anxiety, stress and low mood
• Emotional regulation and coping strategies
• Low confidence and self-esteem
• Grief, loss and life changes
• Neurodiversity support

👨‍👩‍👧 Family & Relationship Support
• Family breakdown and relationship difficulties
• Parental alienation
• Co-parenting support
• Child contact and custody-related support
• Support for parents and families navigating difficult circumstances

🧒 Children & Young People
• Emotional and behavioural support
• School anxiety and school refusal
• Support for children on reduced timetables
• Support for home-educated children
• Help while waiting for CAMHS services
• Self-harm and suicidal ideation support

🌈 Inclusive Support
• LGBTQ+ and transgender support
• Safe, confidential and non-judgemental conversations
• Support to explore feelings, identity and personal challenges

🎓 Social Work Mentoring
• Support for social work students
• Guidance for newly qualified social workers
• Understanding social work practice and processes
• Professional reflection, confidence building and practical guidance

📋 Additional Professional Services
• Independent assessments
• Report writing for court
• School visits and consultation
• Decider Skills programme

🤝 How I can help:
✔️ Face-to-face sessions
✔️ Online support
✔️ Individual mentoring and guidance
✔️ A welcoming, understanding space where you can talk openly

You don’t have to have all the answers before asking for help. Sometimes, the first step is simply talking to someone who will listen. 💚

📍 A Safe Place – Southsea, Portsmouth

📩 Get in touch to discuss your needs, ask questions or find out how I can support you or your family.

💚 A safe place to talk. Support to move forward. Space to be yourself.

21/10/2026

🌿 A Safe Place – Support, Understanding & Guidance 💙

Sometimes, life can feel overwhelming. Whether you’re facing a difficult situation, struggling with your emotions, or simply need someone to talk to, you don’t have to work through everything alone.

Just like the calm of the sea at Southsea, sometimes we all need a little space to pause, reflect and find our way forward. 🌊

At A Safe Place, I offer a confidential, non-judgemental space where you can feel heard, understood and supported.

💙 I can support you with:

• Anxiety, stress and feeling overwhelmed
• Low confidence and self-esteem
• Family and relationship difficulties
• Emotional wellbeing and coping strategies
• Support for children, young people and adults
• Neurodiversity and understanding yourself better
• Guidance through challenging life changes

🌿 You don’t need to have all the answers. Sometimes, the first step is simply talking to someone who will listen.

As a qualified Social Worker and Mental Health Practitioner, I bring professional experience, compassion and practical support to help you move forward at your own pace.

📍 Based in Southsea, Portsmouth
💻 Face-to-face and online support available

📩 Get in touch to find out how A Safe Place could support you.

A safe space. A listening ear. Support when you need it most. 💙

19/10/2026

💙 Social Work Students & Newly Qualified Social Workers – You Don’t Have to Figure It All Out Alone

Starting out in social work can feel overwhelming. University gives you the theory, but understanding how social work works in practice is a journey in itself.

From safeguarding procedures, assessments and report writing to legislation, professional boundaries, managing challenging situations and building confidence in your own decision-making, there is so much to learn.

And sometimes, what you really need is someone who understands the job and can help you make sense of it all. 🤍

At A Safe Place, I offer mentoring, guidance and practical support to social work students and newly qualified social workers who want to develop their knowledge, build confidence and better understand the realities of frontline social work.

With a social work degree from the University of Portsmouth, over 15 years of frontline child protection experience and experience as a mental health practitioner within CAMHS, I understand the challenges, the responsibilities and the importance of having the right support around you.

🌿 Support can include:
✨ Understanding the social work role and processes in practice
✨ Safeguarding, assessments and professional responsibilities
✨ Developing professional confidence and decision-making
✨ Reflective practice and learning from experience
✨ Understanding legislation, policies and procedures
✨ Navigating the transition from student to qualified practitioner
✨ Having a safe, supportive space to ask questions without feeling judged

My aim is to help you bridge the gap between theory and practice, feel more confident in your role and remember why you chose social work in the first place.

You don’t need to know everything. You need the willingness to learn, the courage to ask questions and the support to keep developing.

Whether you’re a student on placement or newly qualified and finding your feet, I’m here to help. 💙

📍 A Safe Place, Southsea, Portsmouth

If you would like to find out more about mentoring and support, please send me a private message.

19/10/2026

🌅 Sometimes, all we need is to slow down and take it all in. 🤍

Life can be a bit of a whirlwind, can’t it?

We’re always rushing about, worrying about what’s next, thinking about what’s gone wrong and wondering whether we’re doing enough.

Before we know it, we’ve forgotten to appreciate what’s right in front of us.

The beauty of a quiet moment. A bit of fresh air. A proper chat with someone who cares. The chance to start again after a difficult time.

The truth is, you don’t need to have everything sorted to find a little happiness along the way.

You’re allowed to have a difficult time and still enjoy the good bits of life. You’re allowed to take a breather, put the world on hold for a moment and just be.

At A Safe Place, we believe everyone deserves a little kindness, a listening ear and somewhere they can feel comfortable being themselves — without feeling judged or having to pretend everything’s fine.

💭 Here’s something to have a think about today:

If you could put one worry to one side and do something just for yourself today, what would it be?

Sometimes, a little reminder at the right time can make all the difference. ❤️

If this resonates with you, give it a share. You never know who might need to hear it today.

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