Does This Sound Familiar?
You’re often the one others rely on - the person who shows up for your family, friends, partner, children, clients, colleagues… even your dog. People look to you for answers, and you thrive on going above and beyond for anything and everything. It appears to everyone else that you’re nailing the juggle, but you’re starting to realise that this comes at a cost.​
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You might feel like you’re living in a near-constant state of low-grade (or sometimes high-grade) anxiety, consumed with self-criticism or overthinking. Mornings can start with a familiar sense of stress - like you’re already behind before the day has begun. Even when you tick things off your to-do list, it can feel like the list never gets any shorter. Relaxing or enjoying hobbies can feel impossible when there’s always something “more productive” to do.
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It can also feel difficult to say “no” to requests from your boss, family, or friends, and even when you do, guilt may follow. You may replay conversations in your head, worried about disappointing others or what they think of you. Deep down, you’re exhausted - it can feel like the hamster wheel never seems to stop.
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If you’re drowning under the weight of showing up for everyone and everything except yourself… you’re in good company.
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YOU'RE IN GOOD COMPANY
If You Struggle With...
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Saying “no” even when your plate is already full
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Setting very high standards for yourself (and letting others off the hook)
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Being vulnerable with others
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Feeling like you can never do enough or be enough for others
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Sacrificing your own needs to keep others happy
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Experiencing unexpected feelings of anger and resentment
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Feeling drained and close to burnout
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Worrying about what other people think of you
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Always feeling behind or like there's never enough time
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Feeling uncertain about what you’re feeling, wanting, or needing - much less how to put words to it
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Physical health challenges that can accompany prolonged stress, such as digestive issues or persistent fatigue
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Take a breath.​ Therapy can be a space to slow down, feel supported, and begin making sense of what's been weighing on you.
At Tender Studio Psychology, we offer a calm and compassionate place to explore challenges and work towards meaningful change - like hopping off the achievement train - at your own pace.
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Therapy is collaborative and client-led - outcomes vary depending on individual circumstances.
Imagine having a moment to pause, take a breath, and feel a little lighter amidst the overwhelm.
Therapy can provide a space to notice and explore the ways anxiety, self-criticism, or overthinking show up in your life. You can begin to experiment with small shifts - like practicing self-compassion, trying new ways of setting boundaries, or finding moments of rest that feel genuinely restorative.
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Over time, many clients notice greater ease in how they relate to themselves and others, and a stronger sense of what feels meaningful and supportive in their lives.
CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGIST & DIRECTOR
Hi, I’m Britt, and my story probably sounds a lot like yours.
I once fell into the pattern of trying to be the “superhero” who always swooped in to support everyone around me. Over time, I realised that this default setting was unsustainable - neglecting my own needs left me exhausted and overwhelmed, and was no longer working for me.
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Now, I work with women who want to pause, reflect, and make sense of the web of expectations and pressures they face. Together, we explore ways to support yourself while still showing up for others, at a pace that feels manageable and sustainable.​​
I draw on evidence-based approaches, including Schema Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), to help clients better understand patterns and underlying experiences that influence their thoughts, emotions, and behaviours.
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My hope is to provide a space where you can explore and understand your needs, and experiment with ways of meeting them without unnecessary guilt; recognise your value beyond what you do for others; and feel supported in nurturing self-compassion and respect for yourself.
GAINING CLARITY
How We Support You
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Every client comes with their own unique challenges and goals. Our first step is a thorough, in-depth assessment to understand what has led you to seek support. Together, we explore your current concerns, patterns, and experiences so that therapy is grounded in what matters most to you.
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We then look at how past experiences and memories may be influencing your thoughts, emotions, and behaviours today. This exploration helps you understand connections between your history and your current challenges. Where appropriate, therapy may involve gently processing past experiences to support insight, awareness, and emotional relief.
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As you gain understanding, we work collaboratively to equip you with the practical tools and strategies that can help you manage challenges, respond differently to patterns that feel unhelpful, and make choices that align with your needs and values. This is a client-led process - you decide what feels right for you and what changes to try in your life.
Life doesn’t have to feel like a constant balancing act - therapy can provide a space to pause and reflect.
If you’re looking for support in exploring ways to stand up for yourself, set and maintain boundaries, or express vulnerability and ask for help when you need it, you’re welcome to get in touch. Together, we can explore approaches that feel manageable and meaningful for your life.
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If you’re unsure whether therapy is right for you, you’re welcome to get in touch to discuss.