Julie Lenihan

Anxiety doesn’t arrive in one neat form. It can feel sharp or foggy, loud or quiet, constant or unpredictable. For some people it shows up as racing thoughts; for others it’s a tight chest, a restless body, a sense of dread, or a feeling of being tangled inside. Anxiety is deeply personal and often misunderstood. Many people come to therapy saying, “I don’t even know if this counts as anxiety.” But anxiety isn’t a single experience. It’s a collection of sensations, thoughts and reactions that...

Pregnancy loss and baby death happen far more often than most people realise. Behind every statistic is a family living with grief every moment of every day — often quietly, often without the support they need. While there are wonderful charities, support networks and bereavement midwives doing vital work, many people still fall through the gaps. Some can’t access specialist help. Others don’t know where to turn or feel unsure whether their grief “counts”. I have been specially trained by...

Grief triggers can appear unexpectedly. This piece explores why they happen and how counselling can help you navigate the emotions they bring.