Overthinking can feel like a curse; a barrier to the life you want.

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You might find yourself going over conversations in your head, worrying about how you came across, or feeling like you’ve said or done something wrong.

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You may struggle with guilt, self-criticism, or a sense of not being good enough, even when you can’t quite explain why. You might put others first, find it hard to say no, or avoid conflict to keep the peace; then feel frustrated or resentful afterwards.

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I offer psychodynamic counselling in Leicester and online which is a deep and effective way to understand and free yourself from these personal difficulties 

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How this might show up

You might notice things like:

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• Overthinking conversations or decisions

• Feeling guilty for saying no or putting yourself first

• Being hard on yourself, even over small things

• Holding back frustration or anger

• Avoiding conflict or worrying about upsetting people

• Putting others’ needs ahead of your own

• Feeling stuck in patterns you can’t seem to shift

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Sometimes it can feel like you’re pulled in two directions; part of you wants something to change, and another part quickly shuts it down with doubt or guilt.

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Where this can come from

Often these patterns have roots in earlier experiences, even if they don’t seem directly connected at first.

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You may have found yourself adapting to others; trying to get things right, keep the peace, or be what was needed in the hope that you might finally be responded to in the way you needed.

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For some, this can be linked to a more difficult or confusing family environment. You may have noticed that you and your siblings were treated differently, or that there was favouritism. In some cases, you may have been scapegoated or unfairly blamed in ways that didn’t feel right.

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Experiences like this can stay with you; shaping how you see yourself and what you expect from others.

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So even now, you might find there’s an internal pressure to get things “right”, or a sense of being watched or judged; even when no one else is there.

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How therapy can help

Therapy offers a space to slow things down and look at this more closely.

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Rather than trying to push these patterns away, we begin to understand them; where they come from, how they show up, and what keeps them going.

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Over time, this can help you:

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• Feel less caught up in overthinking

• Be less harsh on yourself

• Feel more able to say no or set boundaries

• Express frustration or anger more safely

• Feel more settled and at ease in yourself

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If you’re considering working together, you can also read more about how sessions work on the first session page, or explore options for online therapy if that feels more accessible.

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About me

I am a psychodynamic counsellor based in Leicester, offering sessions in person and online.

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I trained and worked at the Leicester Psychodynamic Counselling Centre, supporting clients and assisting in the training of students. I am an accredited member of the BACP (MBACP Accred) and work in line with its ethical framework.

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Book a free consultation

I offer a free initial consultation so we can see if working together feels right.

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You can book a time through the contact page.