Reading, Berkshire, UK Coaching for parents, adopters and carers. I help stretched and stressed parents and partners of vulnerable people to reconnect to themselves and their needs so that they can avoid burnout and rediscover what helps them feel lighter and more joyful.

Life can demand so much of us and no one really shows you how to put it all together: living and working.

Perhaps you like what is in your life, but you're exhausted by it all and barely holding on.

Maybe you're supporting children with high needs. They could be birth, fostered or adopted children and all can bring complex needs, whether that's physical, psychological or emotional. You want to give them the best life possible, and it takes you beyond your comfort zone and you're nearing burnout. As a qualified counsellor (BACP) and adopter parent I have both knowledge and relevant lived experience to support you.

Perhaps you're caring for vulnerable parents or a partner and as much as you love them you can feel yourself breaking under the strain of carrying this load. You're beginning to suppress your emotions, losing touch with who you are and  what you enjoy.

Would you like a private space where you can share your experiences, emotions, needs, desires and hopes? Somewhere where you can look at your whole life, appreciate your path, find self-compassion and courage for your next chapter.. Together we can help you reconnect to your joy, your soulful self.

You're as important as the people you love and care for and I can help you to rediscover YOU and celebrate your life.

I'm Shirley Anstis, a counsellor, coach and 4x author. You can find my books on Amazon. My most recent book 'Forever Families...' shares the stories of thirty-four adopter families. I'm also a partner and parent to an adopted child, now a teen. I understand the many challenges to creating the life you want, in theory and in practice.

I can help you find a way through so that you feel lighter and begin to enjoy the journey. Email [email protected] to arrange an introductory call. I select from coaching, counselling, mindfulness and therapeutic writing to create a program specifically for you.