GLA Counselling & Therapy Services

10/09/2026

💙 World Su***de Prevention Day | Thursday 10th September 💙

Sometimes the people who look like they’re coping on the outside are fighting battles we know nothing about.

Suicidal thoughts can come from feeling overwhelmed, hopeless, trapped, exhausted, isolated or like a burden. And for families and loved ones, the impact can be devastating — often leaving behind grief, guilt, unanswered questions and a lifetime of “what ifs”.

Talking doesn’t make things worse. Talking can be the beginning of things getting better.

If you’re struggling, please don’t suffer in silence. You don’t have to have everything figured out before asking for help. You just need to take that first step. ❤️

At GLA Therapy, I offer a safe, genuine and non-judgemental space where you can talk openly about what you’re going through — without judgement and without having to pretend you’re okay.

I also offer discounted sessions for people who are unemployed or on a low income, because I believe everyone should have access to support when they need it.

📞 07932 458 444
📧 [email protected]

If you’re worried about someone, check in. Ask how they really are. Listen. Stay connected. Sometimes simply knowing that someone cares can make more difference than you realise.

And if you are in immediate danger, please call 999 or go to your nearest A&E. You can also contact Samaritans free, 24/7 on 116 123.

Nobody should have to suffer alone. 💙

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01/09/2026

💜 SEPTEMBER IS RECOVERY MONTH 💜

Recovery Month is a time to celebrate recovery, raise awareness around addiction, challenge stigma, and remind people that recovery is possible.

Addiction doesn’t discriminate. It can affect anyone, from any background, and it isn’t simply about willpower or making the “wrong” choices.

Addiction can take many forms — alcohol, drugs, gambling, s*x and love, smoking, and other compulsive behaviours. Whatever the struggle, there is support available.

Understanding your triggers is an important part of recovery. People, places, emotions, stress, loneliness, boredom and certain situations can all create cravings or urges. Learning to recognise those triggers and finding healthier ways to respond can be a powerful part of the recovery journey.

And recovery isn’t just about stopping a behaviour or substance. It’s about building a life you actually want to live. 💜

As an Addiction Therapist, I work with people at all stages of their journey — whether you’re questioning your relationship with a substance or behaviour, trying to make a change, maintaining recovery, or supporting someone you love.

You don’t have to wait until things get worse to ask for help.

Whatever your struggle, you don’t have to face it alone. 🪷

📞 07932 458 444
📧 [email protected]
🌐 www.glatherapy.co.uk

Online & in-person sessions available.

13/08/2026

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Our ‘Own My Life’ course is an opportunity for women living in Solihull who have experienced domestic abuse to feel heard, supported, and empowered, while connecting with other women in a non-judgemental space💜

The next intake of our course begins on September 9th, 2026. If you would like to secure a place, get in touch by phone on 0808 800 0028 (lines are open from 9:30 am to 5:00 pm, Monday-Friday) or via email at [email protected].

10/08/2026

Please get in touch for a free chat to see if I can be of any help. 🙏🏻

09/08/2026

You don’t have to live with anxiety forever. ❤️

So many people tell me, “I’ve always been an anxious person,” or “It’s just who I am.”

The truth is, anxiety is not your personality. It’s a response. And responses can change.

Whether you’re experiencing:
✨ Generalised anxiety
✨ Health anxiety
✨ Social anxiety
✨ Panic attacks
✨ Anxiety linked to ADHD, autism or other forms of neurodiversity
✨ Constant overthinking
✨ A mind that never seems to switch off

…therapy can help.

I use an integrative approach, with CBT at its core, to help you understand why your anxiety developed in the first place—not just how to cope with it today.

Together we’ll explore:
🧠 The patterns keeping anxiety going
🧠 Where your fears and beliefs originated
🧠 How your brain and nervous system respond to stress
🧠 Practical tools to calm anxious thoughts
🧠 How neuroplasticity allows your brain to build healthier pathways over time

My goal isn’t to make you fearless.

It’s to help you get back to a place where nerves feel proportionate, manageable and no longer control your life.

Anxiety doesn’t have to make your decisions.
It doesn’t have to stop you travelling, socialising, sleeping, driving, working or enjoying your life.

Recovery is possible, and you don’t have to do it alone.

📍 Face-to-face therapy in Solihull
💻 Online sessions available across the UK
📞 07932 458444
📧 [email protected]

✨ Free 15-minute introductory consultation.

If you’ve been thinking about reaching out, this could be your sign.

07/08/2026

✨ It’s Here… Welcome to My New Website! ✨

I’m so excited to finally share my brand new website with you.

Over the last few months, I’ve been working behind the scenes to create a space that truly reflects who I am, how I work, and what you can expect from therapy with me.

Whether you’re struggling with anxiety, addiction, relationship difficulties, grief, low self-esteem, burnout, or simply feeling stuck, you’ll find information about how I can support you in a safe, confidential and non-judgemental environment.

On the website you can:
🌿 Learn more about me and my approach
🌿 Explore the areas I specialise in
🌿 Find information about individual, couples and online therapy
🌿 View my fees and frequently asked questions
🌿 Book a free 15-minute introductory consultation

Taking the first step can feel daunting, but you don’t have to do it alone.

I’d love you to have a look around and let me know what you think.

💙 Visit: www.glatherapysolihull.co.uk

If you know someone who may benefit from counselling, I’d really appreciate you sharing this post.

Here’s to new beginnings. 🌿

Compassionate, expert-led counselling and addiction therapy in Solihull with Gemma Allen, BACP & NCS registered counsellor. Start with a free 15-minute introduction.

05/08/2026

Addiction doesn’t discriminate. It can affect anyone, regardless of age, background or profession.

Whether you’re struggling with alcohol, co***ne, gambling, s*x, prescription medication, opioids or another addiction, recovery is possible—and you don’t have to do it alone.

As an Integrative Counsellor and Addiction Therapist, I offer a safe, confidential and non-judgemental space to help you understand your addiction, identify triggers, break unhealthy patterns and build lasting recovery.

Together we’ll work using evidence-based approaches including:
• CBT (Cognitive Behavioural Therapy)
• Psychoeducation
• Relapse prevention
• Trigger awareness
• Recovery-focused interventions
• Practical assignments and between-session work
• Building healthier coping strategies

Recovery isn’t about being perfect—it’s about taking the next step.

📍 Solihull or Online
📞 07932 458444
📧 [email protected]

✨ Free 15-minute introductory call available.

Please remember: asking for help is a sign of strength, not weakness.

04/08/2026

August Reset | Prepare for September 🌿

September has a habit of creeping up on us. The holidays end, routines return, work gets busier, and before you know it, you’re running on empty.

What if this year was different?

August is the perfect time to pause, reflect and invest in yourself before life speeds up again.

Whether you’re struggling with anxiety, stress, low mood, relationship difficulties, burnout or simply feeling stuck, you don’t have to wait until things become overwhelming to ask for support.

I’m offering flexible appointments throughout August, including daytime, evening and online sessions. If you’ve been thinking about starting therapy, now could be the perfect time.

✨ Free 15-minute introductory call
✨ In-person and online appointments
✨ A warm, down-to-earth, non-judgemental approach

Reset before September. Your future self will thank you.

📍 GLA Therapy Services
📞 07932 458444
📧 [email protected]

13/07/2026

08/07/2026

🍷 Alcohol Awareness Week | 6th–12th July

Alcohol doesn’t have to be at “rock bottom” before it’s worth talking about.

Maybe you’ve noticed you’re drinking more than you’d like. Perhaps alcohol has become your way of coping with stress, anxiety or difficult emotions. Or maybe you’re simply questioning whether your relationship with alcohol is as healthy as it could be.

Wherever you are, support is available.

As an Integrative Counsellor and Addiction Specialist, with over 4 years’ experience working within NHS addiction services and 8 years in my own recovery, I understand both the professional and personal side of addiction and recovery.

I offer support for:
✨ Sober coaching
✨ Controlled drinking approaches
✨ Early intervention for problematic drinking
✨ Exploring the reasons behind your relationship with alcohol
✨ Building healthier coping strategies without judgement

You don’t have to wait until things become unmanageable to make a positive change. Sometimes the earlier you reach out, the easier it is to regain control.

If you feel alcohol is beginning to affect your life, or you’d simply like to explore your relationship with drinking in a safe, confidential space, I’d be happy to help.

📞 Free 15-minute introductory call
📧 [email protected]
📱 07932 458444

Taking the first step can feel daunting, but you don’t have to do it alone.