Create Yourself - Practical Activities for Self-discovery, Transformation and change.

About Create Yourself - Practical Activities for Self-discovery, Transformation and change.

I share practical activities, tools and exercises that will help you regain your spark and create a life that is a truer expression of who you are. You can expect creative journaling activities, coaching exercises, and guided visualisations that will help you unlock your potential and purpose. Once a month I interview amazing women who are out in the world creating a life that they love. They share the struggles and some of the strategies and tools that have helped them overcome their fears and doubts, be brave and step into their light and shine. https://www.kayholdsworth.com/

Publisher

Kay Holdsworth

Category

education

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

3 Sept 2020

Latest episode

21 Apr 2025

Latest episodes

96 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   21 Apr 2025

   What Helps Me, What Hurts Me – And Why We Keep Doing the Stuff That Fcks Us Over* (aka Why We Sabotage Ourselves and How Hypnotherapy in Leeds Can Help)

   In this episode, we’re diving into the strange (but very human) habit of self-sabotage — why we do things that hurt us, even when we say we want peace, confidence, rest, or connection. I’ll talk you through some real-life patterns and stories that might sound a little too familiar… and explore how our behaviour can be completely understandable, but still unhelpful. We’ll look at how past fears and beliefs shape our present actions, and I’ll share a powerful coaching exercise called Spot the Loop that can help you uncover the cycle you’re stuck in — and gently start changing it. Plus, I’ll share some simple journaling prompts to help you gain insight and shift your patterns with more compassion and less judgment. This one’s all about awareness, kindness to yourself, and remembering: you’re not broken — you’re just human. And you can change the story. What You’ll Hear in This Episode: Why we sabotage ourselves (and how hypnotherapy in Leeds can help) How our attempts to protect ourselves often create the opposite effect The common loops we get stuck in — and how to spot yours A journaling prompt that brings surprising clarity How to interrupt old patterns without shaming yourself The truth about why change is hard — and why it’s still possible Journaling Prompt from this Episode: What helps me? What hurts me? What hinders me? Checkout my website, Kayholdsworth.com (https://www.kayholdsworth.com/) COUNSELLOR and HYPNOTHERAPIST My main specialism is enabling women go from a place of feeling stuck and hopeless, to a space where they can trust themselves again and find more inner-peace and contentment. My approach is certainly not cookie cutter therapy. I draw upon Counselling, Coaching, Hypnotherapy, Solution-Focused and CBT. Sessions often incorporate creativity, guided journaling and imagery, as well as powerful techniques such as Parts Therapy/Rewind. For over 5 years I have worked as a Student University Counsellor. I have facilitated a variety of wellbeing courses and workshops.  Book a free consultation.   (https://calendly.com/kayholdsworth/discovery-call?month=2025-04) I love helping women overcome limiting beliefs, old habits, and emotional blocks by accessing the unconscious mind and creating meaningful, lasting change. (https://www.kayholdsworth.com/)

2. 

   11 Apr 2025

   The Good, The Bad & The Ugly of Therapy - Not all therapy is good, and that is not okay!

   Episode Title: The Good, The Bad, and The Downright Ugly of Therapy Episode Description: Have you ever had therapy? If the answer is yes, you’re not alone—me too, and not just once. I’ve had therapy at various points in my life, and let me tell you, it’s been a real mixed bag. In this episode, I’m spilling the beans on the good, the bad, and the downright ugly of my therapy experiences. Yep, it’s time for some real talk. Kay Holdsworth – Counsellor and Psychotherapist (https://www.kayholdsworth.com/) My main specialism is enabling women go from a place of feeling stuck and hopeless, to a space where they can trust themselves again and find more inner-peace and contentment. My approach is certainly not cookie cutter therapy. I draw upon Counselling, Coaching, Hypnotherapy, Solution-Focused and CBT. Sessions often incorporate creativity, guided journaling and imagery, as well as powerful techniques such as Parts Therapy/Rewind. For over 5 years I have worked as a Student University Counsellor. I have facilitated a variety of wellbeing courses and workshops.  Book a free consultation.   (https://calendly.com/kayholdsworth/discovery-call?month=2025-04) Drawing upon Counselling, Coaching, Hypnotherapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and CBT, I bring a well-rounded approach to sessions. In addition, I often incorporate creativity, guided journaling, and imagery, as well as powerful techniques such as Parts Therapy and the Rewind technique. For over five years, I have worked as a Student University Counsellor, and along the way, I have facilitated a variety of wellbeing courses and workshops. If you’re interested, you can book a free 30-minute assessment by heading to my website. Furthermore, I love helping women overcome limiting beliefs, old habits, and emotional blocks by accessing the unconscious mind and creating meaningful, lasting change. However, I only offer blocks of six therapy sessions, as I believe commitment is key to making real progress. Since I have limited space, I only work with clients who are fully ready to invest in their personal growth. That’s why I’m offering a free 30-minute assessment—your opportunity to chat with me, gain clarity on what you want to change, and see if we’re a good fit. This isn’t a formal therapy session; instead, it’s an open, relaxed conversation where we explore what’s keeping you stuck, how you want to feel, and what you’d love to be different in your life. My main specialism is enabling women go from a place of feeling stuck and hopeless, to a space where they can trust themselves again and find more inner-peace and contentment. My approach is certainly not cookie cutter therapy. BOOK A CALL (https://www.kayholdsworth.com/)

3. 

   3 Apr 2025

   The Brain on Stress: What Happens & How to Take Back Control

   Visit my Website - Home | Kay Holdsworth : Create Yourself (https://www.kayholdsworth.com/)In this episode I dive deep into the fascinating science of the brain and how it responds to stress, anxiety, and depression. Have you ever wondered why you feel the way you do when life gets overwhelming? In this episode, I break it all down, exploring what happens in your brain when stress takes over and how it affects your mood and behaviour. I’ll also share practical, science-backed strategies to help improve your mental well-being and regain control of your emotional state. Understand your brain better, so you can manage stress and anxiety with confidence and take the first step toward lasting emotional freedom. Kay Holdsworth - Counsellor & Psychotherapist (https://www.kayholdsworth.com/) My main specialism is enabling women go from a place of feeling stuck and hopeless, to a space where they can trust themselves again and find more inner-peace and contentment. My approach is certainly not cookie cutter therapy. I draw upon Counselling, Coaching, Hypnotherapy, Solution-Focused and CBT. Sessions often incorporate creativity, guided journaling and imagery, as well as powerful techniques such as Parts Therapy/Rewind. For over 5 years I have worked as a Student University Counsellor. I have facilitated a variety of wellbeing courses and workshops. To book a free 30 minute assessment (https://calendly.com/kayholdsworth/discovery-call?month=2025-04)head to my website. I love helping women overcome limiting beliefs, old habits, and emotional blocks by accessing the unconscious mind and creating meaningful, lasting change. I offer blocks of 6 therapy sessions only. I have limited space and only work with clients who are willing to commit to therapy. I’m offering a free 30-minute assessment— (https://calendly.com/kayholdsworth/discovery-call?month=2025-04)your chance to chat with me, get clear on what you want to change, and see if we’re a good fit. This isn’t a formal therapy session, just an open, relaxed conversation where we explore what’s keeping you stuck, how you want to feel, and what you’d love to be different in your life. Sound good? VISIT MY WEBSITE at Home | Kay Holdsworth : Create Yourself (https://www.kayholdsworth.com/)

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