GRATITUDE POEM
Gratitude unlocks the fullness of life.
It turns what we have into enough, and more.
It turns denial into acceptance,
Chaos to order, confusion to clarity.
It can turn a meal into a feast,
A house into a home, a stranger into a friend.
Gratitude makes sense of our past,
Brings peace for today,
And creates a vision for tomorrow.
~ Melody Beattie
“Wendy was recommended to me by a friend and I am so glad I got the courage to start my therapy. Since I have been having therapy with Wendy I feel that I am changing my whole outlook on life, I went to her to look at some past experiences that have affected my life in so many ways, which I wasn’t aware of the deep feelings around, but Wendy has been able to nurture me and gently bring up the areas I need to work on. I was scared, hurt and fearful but Wendy has been amazing, so warming, and I feel I’m in a safe place when I’m in the therapy space, which I must say is beautiful, calming place.
I have used many services over a period of years but I have finally found the person I can be myself, get feelings out, change my way of thinking and outlook on my life.
I am still in therapy and already I feel I have come so far and finally been able to face my fears with a caring, understanding, non-judging, sensitive, helpful and loving nature in Wendy. I look forward to more.”
~ Rosie, Jersey 2017
“Wendy made me feel at ease from the first session. She has listened to me without judgement and helped me to make peace with both myself and my past. I have learnt the importance of self-care. I now value and accept myself. As a result of this, together with finding my self-esteem and greater confidence, I have different standards for myself. For the first time in my life I can look in the mirror and like what I see.
I am now looking forwards rather than backwards and with positivity. When I first saw Wendy I was broken and a shell of myself. I now feel like me again. Wendy has helped me with bereavement, lack of self-esteem, coming to terms with bad relationships, family issues, guilt and childhood bullying which has affected my whole life. Thank you.”
~ Jennifer, Jersey 2016 – 2017
“Wendy helped me through a very dark difficult time in my life. I trusted her, she gave me honest feedback and coping strategies.”
~ Poppy, Jersey 2016
“I was introduced to Wendy by a friend and it is the best thing I have ever done, the treatment I received with Wendy has been paramount in my recovery following a relationship breakdown. Wendy puts her everything into her sessions, not only does she provide therapy, she also provides tools to help you manage your life on a day to day basis. I would highly recommend Wendy, she is kind, warm, friendly, honest and brought the best out in me. I can’t speak highly enough of Wendy, she puts her heart and soul into what she does. I am the best version of myself again.”
~ Grace F Jersey 2016
“Wendy supported me through a break up, when for the first time in my life I felt that, without finding professional help, I could disappear into a very dark hole. Her ability to be present and listen is remarkable, as is her skill to sort a chaotic overflow of emotions into overarching themes, and to formulate the important questions that need to be asked, always with kindness and compassion. Even when we had to continue our sessions online, that feeling of presence never diminished.
Three years on I am in a very happy place, and I am certain I got here because Wendy helped me to do the work that I needed to do. Thank you Wendy!”
~ Annie H San Francisco & On-line 2014-2017
“Thank you for helping me re-discover my many ‘sides’ and new ways of being – you are very skilled and adept – I am glad you choose/followed your calling – I’ll just say it again, thank you.”
~ Clive B San Francisco 2013 – 2014
“Where do I begin? I am truly grateful for having found you at a critical time in my life. You have helped me regain the vision and clarity I had temporarily ‘misplace’. I am feeling close to whole again. I will miss you. I wish only the best for you in your future endeavours. I know you will be successful in whatever you do.”
~ Su G San Francisco 2013- 2014
“Thank you so much for your wisdom, insight and kindness. I will not forget the honesty, exploration and humour in our work together and how this helps me, both in the present and into the future. This also heals my past. I am ever so grateful. I hope that many others are enriched by your presence as I have been.”
~ Jack S, San Francisco 2013- 2014
“The work we’ve done together has been indescribably helpful and, ultimately, transforming beyond what I could have hoped.”
~ Allie S San Francisco 2012- 2013
“This note is written in support of Wendy. I worked with her for several months last fall and winter. She guided me through some very difficult and scary family circumstances. I found her to be very compassionate and nurturing, traits which I believe will contribute to her success and fulfillment as a family therapist.”
~ Mavis J San Francisco 2012- 2013
Labyrinth Centre Meditation Gratitudes:
“It definitely pays back tenfold if you have a short downtime period. Energy levels are raised again.”
“Thank you Wendy, it has been a lovely experience.”
“I believe that when you meditate on a regular basis, that can help you on a physical and medical level.”
“It’s so good to pause everyday and allow your mind to be still.”
“I loved every minute. Thank you Wendy.”
“This has been an excellent introduction into a topic I had been keen to learn about.”
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