From Troubled Minds to Empowered Voices: Brainstorming Therapy
Finding Strength Through Expression—A Journey to Healing
It wasn't writing—it was survival
Welcome to my journey. This work is more than words—it’s survival, transformation, and driven by a need to help others, know that their life matters, after suffering in silence for the first time in my life, and If you’ve ever struggled to express your emotions, felt unseen, or needed a different path to healing, you are not alone.
The Moment Everything Changed
I once thought I understood mental health. That changed the day I found myself playing “I Am Not OK” on repeat for an hour. I was rocking in a chair, overwhelmed by one of the darkest moments of my life. The world carried on around me.
It was oblivious to the weight I was shouldering. Like so many others, I struggled to get the help I desperately needed. No one truly grasped how I was still fighting. They didn't know how much strength it took to keep going despite everything I was facing. But somewhere in that moment, something shifted—I knew, without a doubt, that life would never be the same again.
Two months later, in September 2024, I was diagnosed with PTSD. I am now learning to live with its impact. This experience has deepened my commitment to mental health advocacy, ensuring that no one feels alone in their struggles.
Writing as a Form of Healing
Writing has been both a form of self-expression and a tool for empowerment. I had to turn pain into purpose, reflection into advocacy, and healing into shared wisdom
I share my story so others may find clarity, comfort, and the confidence to reclaim their own stories. Every hardship holds light to be found, wisdom to be gained, and a future waiting to be rewritten.
From Troubled Minds to Empowered Voices: Brainstorming Therapy is more than just a journal.
Curated through lived experience, this work reflects the journey of someone who struggled to articulate their internal torment through conventional therapy—unable to access the support they so desperately needed. When the mind is consumed by pain and words feel impossible, this approach offers a bridge where traditional methods fall short, providing a pathway to expression and healing.
For anyone who has struggled to verbalise their trauma, felt unseen in traditional therapy, or simply needed a different approach to healing, this book is a guiding light. It offers a pathway through creative expression—writing, art, self-reflection—designed to meet you where words fail.
Who This Books are For
The child struggling with overwhelming emotions
The teenager staring at a counsellor in silence, unsure how to begin
The neurodiverse individual navigating unique thought patterns
The adult searching for a way to process trauma beyond conventional therapy
Anyone who has ever felt their inability to verbalise meant they couldn’t heal.
© 2025 Amy Royle - From Troubled Minds to Empowered Voices. All rights reserved.
This method is intended as a complementary approach to professional mental health care. Always consult with qualified healthcare providers for trauma and mental health support.
If you've ever felt unheard, struggled to express your pain, or searched for an alternative path to healing, know this: you are not alone.
“Well Done, Mummy! You Got It Right”
*Title and images are chosen, and the editing has been guided with love by Gabby, age 4 and a half.*
Meet Gabby, a young explorer eager to discover life's wonders. A few months ago, she came home from school with a craft-made laptop—a simple yet meaningful creation that sparked a journey of bonding. Gabby confidently explained that it was about herself. Living in a house with teenage boys, a mum who is a nurse with male-oriented interests, and without outside influences, Gabby navigated her thoughts and embraced gender creativity.
This book offers a glimpse into Gabby's heart and mind. "Because I am a girl," she mustered, capturing the essence of her self-discovery. This narrative explores the delicate balance between a parent's desire to understand and a child's unwavering certainty in their reality. It’s a tale of stepping into the unknown, where validation and understanding are essential.
✨ "Family is a haven where you can be your true self, and we'll always celebrate the wonderful person you are."
🌼 "Together, we navigate this beautiful journey. Our love for you is boundless and ever-growing."
🌷 "Our hearts are open, and our love is unconditional. Your journey is our journey, and we're with you every step of the way."
A Career Shaped by Advocacy & Mental Health Awareness
My journey is shaped by my background in healthcare, mental health, and lived experience. It has allowed me to bring authenticity and added depth to my books. Through both fiction and nonfiction, I strive to create narratives that encourage reflection, healing, and understanding. My work spans memoir, identity exploration, and therapy Journals.
I aim to connect with readers on an emotional level and help them. At 34 years old, I was diagnosed with ADHD, something I had long suspected. For years, I lived without fully understanding how my brain worked. I was unaware that this neurodiversity had not only shaped my career success. It also provided insight into my personal struggles.
A Message of Hope
"I invite you to embark on a journey of self-discovery and empowerment. Each chapter guides you to acknowledge your pain, embrace your truth, and find your voice. Whether battling inner demons, seeking clarity, or yearning for connection, this approach offers tools and insights to help you navigate your path."
Remember, healing is not linear
It is a journey with ups and downs, moments of clarity, and times of confusion. Be gentle with yourself; every step, no matter how small, is a victory.
May this work be your companion from darkness to light, one page at a time, inspiring change.
With compassion and hope,
Sister Amy Royle
The Invisible Chains of Psychological Abuse: Control, Manipulation, and the Struggle to Break Free
Psychological abuse has a profound impact on victims, often leaving deep emotional scars that are not immediately visible. This form of abuse can erode a person's self-esteem, sense of reality, and mental well-being. Victims face immense difficulties in leaving their abusers due to the complex dynamics of control and manipulation. Abusers often employ mind games and create an empathy trap, where they alternate between cruelty and kindness, making the victim feel responsible for the abuser's well-being. This intermittent reinforcement creates a powerful psychological bond, known as trauma bonding, which makes it incredibly challenging for victims to break free. The abuser's control is further reinforced by isolating the victim from support networks, instilling fear, and using threats or guilt to maintain dominance. As a result, victims may feel trapped, confused, and powerless, struggling to find a way out of the abusive relationship.
For years, the phrase "but he didn't hit you" was used to dismiss my experiences. However, coercive control warps your reality. As I explained in my memoir, "Everything Was Beautiful and Nothing Hurt." Is there an end in sight? Some events were blurred by his actions and forgotten, but psychological abuse is insidious.
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