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“It’s very difficult and sometimes rare to find a counsellor/ therapist who is the right fit. However I feel that the lady I was booked with was just who I needed for support at that time. I had my sessions with Claire Norbury (I hope she doesn’t mind me mentioning her name on here), who I’d actually seen for therapy coincidentally 10 years ago and I remember how comfortable she made me feel when I was suffering with severe anxiety following trauma, as a young adult. My recent experience of therapy began again last year with Claire and lasted almost a whole year, I think she tried her best to drag it out as long as possible for me as she knew how much I needed it and how much each session helped me, and also I have physical health conditions which meant I ended up missing a few sessions due to ill health and had to reschedule. Claire was also very understanding and empathetic about this and very patient when we had to reschedule or if I was running a few minutes late. She was just so down to earth and made me feel at ease, I also felt our personalities were a little similar which made a massive difference with understanding each other and communication. I could sometimes also just sit there in the session in complete silence (freezing) and unable to muster up words after off loading details of an event, and it didn’t feel awkward or uncomfortable. I just felt like I was in a safe space and could respond however felt right - silence, crying, blurting a load of words out not making sense, or struggling to get words out, or even sometimes laughing! And occasional humour within the session (when we both felt it was appropriate of course) actually helped ground me in the sessions and didn’t make them feel so wooden or clinical. I’ve had a lot of different complex traumatic experiences that we went through together and I unloaded A LOT. A lot of tears, a lot of deep personal, disturbing events that I went through, sometimes a lot of just rambling! I also have ADHD so obviously on top of everything else sometimes that made it hard to communicate what I wanted to get across and deal with everything just completely scattered in my brain (especially as I’m also unmediated with no support for it). So I want to thank Claire for always listening so intently and with my best interest, helping me digest and process a lot of things that had happened in the past, how it effects me today, how to deal with it going forward. Also helping guide me through the current difficulties I was facing in life as well as past traumas. I felt supported, listened to and validated in every session with Claire, as a therapist but also as a human. Thank you so much for helping me in my healing process. The work you do is invaluable and I am forever grateful. Sorry it’s taken months for me to write this but better late than never! And I also wanted to give hope to others struggling that there are therapists out there who are genuine people and care about you and what they do.”

Athame Piercings is an established body modification studio located inside The Colonnade on Eastgate Street in Stafford. The studio delivers high-standard piercing services in a warm, clean, and highly professional environment. Offerings include ear piercings such as conch, rook, and helix, alongside facial and nose piercings tailored to individual style. Every procedure is performed using sterile, single-use equipment and high-grade body jewelry to ensure maximum safety.

“Very friendly and accommodating staff, knowledgeable, efficient and great service. My daughters and I came first yellow fever injections. One was very nervous.The pharmacist was calm and reassuring. We’d definitely recommend this travel clinic. Holly, Shrewsbury”

“Hannah was helpful and polite and carried out the pre screening tests quickly and professionally. The optician was a locum which is a regular occurrence so there’s less continuity in this area within the branch. The ladies out front are always helpful and I have no hesitation in recommending them.”

Located on Pillory Street in Nantwich, Barberus is widely recognized as one of the finest barber shops in the area. The shop boasts a warm, welcoming atmosphere that makes every client feel instantly comfortable and at ease. Specializing in precision men's haircuts, the barber provides expert styling, beard grooming, and tailored consultations. They also offer specialized first haircuts for toddlers, ensuring a patient, gentle, and completely tear-free experience. Every cut is executed with immense attention to detail, ensuring a sharp look that consistently earns compliments.

“Helen and Richard were great from start to finish. They kept on top of updates and ensuring everything was getting pushed through as efficiently as possible. Communication was great and all questions were actioned and sorted quickly. I would definitely use Belvoir again!”

“Great choice of appointment times. Friendly, knowledgeable staff. Was totally comfortable throughout my appointment. Looking forward to returning for my lenses trial.”

“I bought my dream wedding dress from Elegance Bridal on Friday and loved every minute of the experience! Karen is amazing at what she does and such a lovely down to earth person who put me at ease on the day. I knew from when I was recommended to come here by a friend I would find my perfect dress. Lovely boutique shop, could not recommend enough. Thanks again Karen x”

“I’ve been using this chemist for a few years now and have never had any problems. The staff are always professional, and although I’ve seen many new faces over time, every team member who has helped me has been friendly, knowledgeable, and approachable. They’re also very efficient at getting medication in stock if it isn’t available right away, which I really appreciate. The bargain shelves are a great addition for the community, and I used to enjoy the accessory stands they had — it would be great to see those return. It’s also fantastic to see them offering more advanced services now. Overall, a reliable and supportive pharmacy that continues to improve and serve the community well. Keep up the good work”

“Excellent staff always very helpful polite, nothing is too much trouble. Always treated me with the greatest of care.”

“Brough 25 for our running club, excellent quality and quick delivery, well definitely use again. Thanks”

“Chris and Hayley designed and installed a bespoke media unit and wall panels to refresh my lounge. I am so pleased with the finished result, the room feels so comfortable and modern. Their commitment to the job and their attention to detail are both excellent. No issue was too much trouble for them to overcome and they accommodated any queries I raised. I would highly recommend Chris and Hayley and will definitely use their service again in the future.”

“Excellent all round service. Extremely helpful staff. Very high standard of care.”

“Lovely staff. I am always able to get what I need from the store. Although it's not my local pharmacy, they happily step in the help with medication if needed. It's located right by Danebridge Medical Centre and has its own parking.”

“Recently had some outdoor furniture from Alex and team in readiness for summer. It was well priced and the quality is great. We worked into their delivery schedule for next day. Friendly and helpful. Thanks!”

“Great shop, not that cheap for some things but being in town it's just so handy to pop in and spend your money. Staff are so friendly and very helpful.”

“I wouldn't go anywhere else now to get my monthly prescriptions dispensed. Mo and his team are super helpful and friendly and I've had both of my Covid vaccinations here too! Highly recommended for anyone looking to get prescriptions dispensed quickly!”

“A big thank you to Julie in particular. She was fantastic, supportive, and made a stressful process feel much more manageable. Would definitely recommend Barbers if you're buying in the area.”

“This is the best pharmacy I have ever been too. Everybody here is so helpful and friendly. All the pharmacists, even when busy, always have the time to give advice. The main lady pharmacist is so pleasant and helpful, she is a joy to deal with.”

“The staff were extremely knowledgeable and willing to help on a Sunday afternoon. Highly recommend their service.”

“Really grateful to James at the Blythe Bridge office who assisted with our sale. Keys is a family run business and you really get a good vibe from that. He made everything very easy and our property sold within 5 days of being on the market. The photographer that they use is wonderful too - really pleased with how our photos came out. They really did show off our property. We got the price that we wanted and a really efficient sale. James was also very good with communicating throughout - he passed messages between us and the buyers without a problem. He was not pushy and didn’t nag. We will be returning if needed in the future and would recommend to all of our friends and family.”

“Can't speak too highly of them. My local pharmacy couldn't/wouldn't, give my wife the particular brand of medicine she needed. Tesco's contacted the manufacturers and made sure that she received it . Sevice prompt and pleasant at all times, had a problem which the regular pharmacist dealt with. First class service from all the staff.”

“Easy to park…very helpful staff.”

“Excellent customer service - always ready to help and give good advice. Wouldn’t go anywhere else.”