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The Emotional Cost of Family Law and How to Survive It
Family law demands a rare balance of emotional stamina and sharp thinking. You deal with clients at breaking point, navigating conflict, grief and trauma on a daily basis, while guiding them through some of the hardest decisions of their lives. It’s not just the law you’re managing but the human fallout that comes with it. And through it all, you’re expected to stay calm, composed and relentlessly available. But that kind of pressure takes its toll. Compassion fatigue, depl
Counselling With Lucy
Oct 246 min read


When Your Teen or Adult Child Comes Out: Understanding the Grief Behind Acceptance
Comedian John Bishop recently said “I’m just a dad. I’ve got three sons and one of them happens to fancy men. That’s it. I don’t see why that’s so hard for people to get their head around”. His words have been widely praised and understandably so. Many parents wish they felt that same sense of calm and clarity. But for some, hearing statements like that brings up something unexpected - shame. Shame because it is hard for you. Not because you don’t love your child, but becau
Counselling With Lucy
Oct 176 min read


World Mental Health Day: What We Don’t Say – Bringing Feelings into our Daily Conversation
World Mental Health Day, marked each year on October 10, reminds us just how essential it is to invest in our mental health and...
Counselling With Lucy
Oct 104 min read


Real Strength: The Power of Letting Yourself Cry
If you’ve seen the recent headlines, you’ll know that UK Chancellor Rachel Reeves was spotted in tears on the front bench. It’s sparked...
Counselling With Lucy
Jul 225 min read


Wealth and Wellbeing: Finding Balance and Authenticity
Wealth and Wellbeing: Finding Balance and Authenticity Having recently attended the TL4 International HNW Divorce and Children Summit, I...
Counselling With Lucy
Jul 15 min read


Mental Health Awareness Week 2025: The Power of Community in Our Wellbeing
As we reach Mental Health Awareness Week 2025, I find myself reflecting on the threads that run through so many of my conversations with...
Counselling With Lucy
May 184 min read
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