Session Notes

Client discussed progress on housing situation — feels more settled after speaking with university welfare team. Anxiety around exams remains the primary concern going into April. Explored breathing techniques and journalling prompts.

First session with Client B. Explored academic pressures around upcoming dissertation submission. Client appears motivated but experiencing low-grade anxiety and poor sleep. Agreed to weekly check-ins through April.

Good session — client showed meaningful progress with self-acceptance work. Discussed coming out to family and the ongoing emotional complexity. Set homework: journalling 3× this week around identity affirmations.

Client A reported persistent low mood this week and difficulty sleeping. Explored root causes — academic pressure and social isolation. Used grounding exercise in session. Flagged for welfare monitoring.

Continued work on identity exploration. Client expressed feeling more confident about their sense of self. Introduced the concept of values mapping as a grounding tool. Next session: family communication strategies.