In this episode we’re joined by Leanne Sumnall, Psychodynamic Counsellor, founder of Maze Counselling Services, co founder of Maze & Tonic CIC, and author of two powerful books supporting survivors of narcissistic abuse. Leanne has built a people first, ethical, trauma informed counselling service that’s helping individuals, couples, families and even fellow therapists across the UK. In this powerful and grounding episode, listeners will gain a deeper understanding of what truly safe, person centred counselling looks like, why therapeutic fit matters, and how trauma informed practice can transform the healing journey. Leanne shares the story behind Maze’s people first ethos and offers practical insights and tools that anyone - whether seeking therapy, supporting a loved one or working in the helping professions - can take away and apply. This episode is for anyone who wants to understand therapy more deeply, feel less alone in their struggles or learn what ethical, relational mental health support can look like in practice. Leanne is also a published author, her books Navigating a Narcissist and Leaving a Narcissist: A Survivor’s Workbook & Journal, blend of clinical insight and lived experience supports survivors in rebuilding identity, safety, and self trust. Finally, Leanne shares the heart behind Maze & Tonic CIC, the community interest company she co founded to make wellbeing support more accessible through funded and community led initiatives. You can contact Leanne, via her website and social media channels: www.facebook.com/mazecounsellingservices www.instagram.com/mazecounselling www.mazecounselling.com www.linkedin.com/company/mazecounselling/ If you have resonated with any of the themes in this episode Subscribe, Review and Share. Tag UNFUNK YOUR SOUL® whenever you post on social media so we can continue to share the love. Follow UNFUNK YOUR SOUL® Podcast on Instagram Follow UNFUNK YOUR SOUL® on YouTube www.unfunk-yoursoul.com UNFUNK YOUR SOUL® founded by Marie Shaw, a well-being practitioner, X-HAIL® Instructor and NLP Coach in training. UNFUNK YOUR SOUL® is more than a wellness brand - it’s a movement created to help women reconnect with their authentic selves and reclaim joy, especially during midlife transitions. It’s rooted in holistic mind-body practices and designed to support emotional, physical, and spiritual transformation in Staffordshire, UK. Find our next event here You can follow Marie's personal journey to becoming her authentic true self by reading and subscribing to Growing with Grace. Where she reflects on life's lessons, blessings and the seasons of change as she enters her unapologetic AF ERA. If you would like to show your support for the Podcast and Marie’s work buy a virtual vegan pizza at Buy Me a Coffee. This will help to support Marie, so she can continue creating more content for you. DISCLAIMER: the content in this podcast is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of this podcast. Always seek advice from a qualified healthcare professional if you are experiencing difficulties with mental health.
