Life And Wellness Coaching

1 year of experience

Supporting Mental Health: Healing Together in a Judgment-Free Space

Video transcript

Hi, I'm Anna. I want to talk to you today about depression and how this can have a massive impact on you, those you love and everyone around you. It can be really difficult watching someone you love struggle with their mental health issues and it has an impact on the entire family. I know because I have had that experience members of my own immediate family struggle with their mental health and I've gone on a journey with those family members and it can be exhausting, it can be frightening, it can be isolating. It can be scary because you don't understand what that person is feeling, how best to help them and it just has such an impact throughout the whole family. It can just feel too much and too overwhelming sometimes. However, healing is possible. And there are small steps to take that can increase the chances of everyone feeling better and having a more positive outlook and lifestyle. And what I want to offer is a space really, an open space which is free from judgement. without fear, without worrying, just a space where that person can speak. Now, whether that's the person that is struggling with the mental health issues, or whether that's a family member or a loved one, it's equally open. We can talk about ways to improve those depressive feelings, whether it's anxiety, whether it's trauma related, Or it can even be a project that you've got a deadline that you need to work towards. We can work a unique pathway for you. We'll find a journey together. So please don't feel like you're alone because you're not. Reach out and we can go through this. We can take this journey together.

By identifying their goals and challenges, clients develop greater self-awareness and resilience. Improving stress management and a deeper sense of purpose is the desired outcome, to strengthen relationships, build healthier habits and create a more effective work/life balance

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Overcome Sleep, Anxiety, and Stress: Let's Work Together!

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Video transcript

Hello, I'm Anna. Do you feel like you're facing sleep difficulties at the moment? Do you think you have anxiety around maybe exams that are upcoming? Or you're having negative thoughts? Perhaps there are some relationship issues or problems at work that are unresolved. Perhaps there's a project or an event that's upcoming and you feel like you're procrastinating. Maybe you've got difficulty in focusing or you're having really excessive worries. If you have any of these issues or others, reach out and we can find a way to work through this together.

Bio

My mission is to assist those looking to restore a healthy psychological balance with focused activation towards personal goals and desired achievements. This work will improve motivation, reduce anxiety and cultivate a happier lifestyle in tune with the belief that nature benefits our mental health. I believe therapy is about discovering useful tools for progression, quietening the mind, finding peace and master techniques to achieve personal goals in an enduring and feasible manner.

After my BSc in Psychology, my post-graduate degree meant I became a qualified Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner (PWP). I have worked in a private clinic, with NHS patients, tackling mental health issues such as anxiety, depression, phobias and a host of debilitating and de-motivating obstacles. I am also a fully trained counsellor for Childline and certified life coach. I specialise in Ecotherapy, whereby we use activities in nature to promote a positive healing experience and use Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) to teach life long skills enabling a longer, happier and healthier lifestyle.

Experience

Nearly two decades ago, I embarked on a path that would shape my entire professional and personal outlook. I trained as a masseuse, initially drawn to the practice by my fascination with the human body and the profound ways in which physical touch would promote healing. However, as I delved deeper into the field, I quickly realised that therapy extends far beyond the physical. It encompasses emotional and mental well-being as well. This realisation changed my perspective, allowing me to appreciate the full spectrum of therapeutic approaches that contribute to a person's overall health.

Through my work as a masseuse, I developed a deep appreciation for the power of relaxation, not just in the physical sense of soothing tense muscles but in the holistic experience of providing a safe space where individuals could unwind, take a deep breath and temporarily step away from the burdens of daily life. There is something incredibly rewarding about helping people find solace and witnessing firsthand the transformation that occurs when stress and tension melts away.

Witnessing the mental health issues within my own family made me acutely aware of the importance of the need for compassionate and knowledgeable professionals in the field. These experiences ignited my determination to deepen my understanding of the human mind, leading me to pursue a degree in Psychology. I have always been a firm believer in the healing power of nature, and these personal beliefs inspired my dissertation, which focused on Ecotherapy. My research reaffirmed my intuition that nature has the ability to restore emotional balance and provide therapeutic escape from the pressures of modern life.

One of the most significant turning points in my journey was my time as a counsellor at Childline. This experience was both humbling and heartbreaking, exposing raw, unfiltered realities that so many young people face. This made such an impact, that I continued my learning by going back to University and studying a postgraduate qualification to become a Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner. This role combined learning with hands on experience in a clinical setting. Working with NHS patients allowed me to put my knowledge into practice by navigating a range of mental health challenges.

I continued by journey by completing a year long life coaching course, believing that this only adds to my understanding and ability to help. I won't stop studying and finding new ways to reach those struggling, as learning should be a life-long commitment.

There has been one constant theme throughout my journey, which is that of holistic care. Whether through massage, ecotherapy, crisis support or using a range of psychological tools, my goal has been to approach mental health with a comprehensive, compassionate and individualised mindset. Healing is not a linear process, nor does it follow one specific path. Instead it is a deeply personal journey that requires a combination of support systems, therapeutic techniques and human connection.

I strive to be a compassionate and empathetic practitioner, always remembering my simple missions is to assist others to heal, grow and find peace in their own unique way

Qualifications

Psychology BSc Childline counsellor Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner (Postgraduate) Life Coach (NCFE - awarding body and accredited by ACCPH)

BSP graduate membership MINDSPA THERAPY Ltd (listed with companies House) Indemnity and liability insurance

Anna Hyndman Lahna – Life And Wellness Coaching in Southend-on-Sea