Tara Valashjardi

In my practice, I have used mindfulness-based techniques to support service users experiencing anxiety, emotional distress and difficulties with regulation. I have guided individuals through simple breathing, grounding and present-moment awareness exercises, adapting these to their needs and level of understanding. I encouraged them to notice their thoughts, feelings and physical sensations without judgement, helping them develop greater awareness and control during periods of distress. I also reviewed how effective these strategies were and incorporated them into collaborative support plans where appropriate.