Welcome to Empowered Minds – A Safe Space for people Healing from Trauma

Hi, and welcome to Empowered Minds! I’m so glad you’re here.

Cathy Waterhouse - Trauma Counsellor & Coach

Whether you stumbled upon this space by chance or came here looking for support, I want you to know that you are not alone.

I created Empowered Minds because I know firsthand how overwhelming the healing journey can feel. When you’ve experienced trauma — whether from toxic relationships, childhood wounds, workplace stress, or any other life challenges — it can be hard to know where to start. You might feel stuck in patterns of self-doubt, anxiety, or perfectionism. You might wonder if healing is even possible.

I want you to know that it is. And you don’t have to do it alone.

What You’ll Find Here

I've designed this space to support you at every stage of your healing journey. My goal is to make mental health tools accessible, practical, and empowering so you can take small, meaningful steps toward feeling safe, whole, and in control of your life. You'll find:

Digital Mental Health Resources – Free worksheets, journaling prompts, and self-care guides to help you navigate your emotions.

Book Recommendations – Carefully selected resources that have helped me and my clients heal, grow, and thrive.

Self-Discovery Quizzes – Insightful tools to help you understand yourself, your patterns, and your needs.

Practical Tips for Healing – Blog posts covering topics like self-trust, boundaries, emotional regulation, and nervous system care.

You Deserve Support

If you’re anything like me, you’ve probably spent years being strong for everyone else, pushing through pain, and feeling like you just have to “get over it.”

But healing isn’t about forcing yourself to move on—it’s about learning how to feel safe in your own mind and body again.

I want this space to remind you that you are not broken. You are healing. And every small step you take matters.

So take what you need, explore at your own pace, and know that you have a place here. If you ever feel like you need more support, I’m here to help.

💛 Welcome to Empowered Minds. Your healing starts here.