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There’s a quiet belief many people bring into therapy that they often don’t realise. I need fixing.I need improving.I need to become someone better than I am. It often arrives dressed up as motivation, self-awareness, or personal growth. On the surface, it can sound hopeful. But underneath, there’s usually something heavier: pressure, judgement, and the sense that who you are right now isn’t enough. At Liberty Talking Therapy, we see this all the time. And gently, steadily, t

I have recently left Spill, an online therapy company where I worked as a supervisor for nearly five years.Leaving has been one of the most difficult and humbling professional experiences of my career. Not because the work ended badly – quite the opposite – but because I suddenly realised I was stepping away from almost thirty ongoing supervisory relationships. Relationships that had not only supported the practitioners I worked with, but had also quietly nurtured me. Supervi

Starting therapy can feel daunting. Even if you’ve thought about it for a long time, that first session often comes with nerves, questions, and a sense of “What am I supposed to do or say?” If you’re wondering what really happens in a first therapy session, this post is for you. There’s no test to pass One of the biggest worries people bring into their first session is the feeling that they need to explain themselves well, say the right things, or arrive with a clear plan. Yo

Starting therapy is a big step, and it’s completely natural to feel unsure about where to begin. Many people wonder what therapy will be like, how to choose the right therapist, or whether it will actually help. The truth is: choosing to seek support is already a meaningful act of care for yourself. This guide walks you through the things that matter most when finding a therapist who genuinely feels like the right fit for you. Understanding What You Need Before you start look