Samantha Albrighton
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About me
Welcome!
Hi, I’m Sam, a holistic, trauma-informed Counsellor, Hypnotherapy, and Coach. I offer face-to-face and online support for adults seeking a safe and non-judgmental space to explore their thoughts, feelings, and challenges. I welcome you to come as you are.
We all experience times of feeling lost, stuck, or overwhelmed. It’s important to know that you don’t have to navigate these feelings alone. Whether you’re struggling with anxiety, depression, grief, feeling misunderstood, or seeking personal growth, I am here to support you.
With the right tools, guidance, and support, we can create change, build resilience and gain clarity and positivity towards a more fulfilling life's journey.
The Journey
Each approach I offer—counselling, hypnotherapy, and coaching - works in different ways, and together, they create a powerful path to healing and transformation.
Counselling provides a safe space to explore emotions, understand patterns, and heal past wounds. It can help with issues such as anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, and self-worth.
Hypnotherapy works with the subconscious mind to break through deep-rooted patterns, reduce anxiety, release limiting beliefs, and create lasting change. It can be particularly effective for stress, phobias, trauma, and confidence-building.
Coaching is future-focused, helping you clarify your goals, overcome obstacles, and build confidence. It empowers you to take action and create the life you want.
By combining these approaches, we can tailor our work to your unique needs, ensuring you feel supported at every stage of your journey. You may decide one approach is all you require or a combination of each.
My Approach
The relationship between client and therapist/coach is at the heart of the work I do. There is no ‘one-size-fits-all’ approach to cultivating self-awareness and self-compassion and I respect that your experiences are completely unique to you. As a Transactional Analysis therapist, our work together will help you become more aware of how you think, feel and behave in interactions with others.
I work holistically, considering the mind, body, and emotions as interconnected.
I help identify negative thought patterns, develop coping strategies and work towards building resilience.
I am trauma-informed, meaning I understand how past experiences can shape current emotions, thoughts, and behaviors.
I integrate Transactional Analysis, Person Centred, CBT, Hypnotherapy, and Coaching, using the approach that best suits you.
I teach mindfulness and relaxation techniques to aid with stress and promote well-being.
We will work together, at a pace that feels safe and comfortable for you.
Specialist Areas
I work with adults (18+) and offer both online and in-person sessions (based in Fareham)
I specialise in:
- Anxiety & stress
- ADHD management
- Depression & low mood
- Intrusive thoughts
- Menopause symptoms and management
- Overcoming limiting beliefs
- Personal growth and life transitions
- Phobias & Fears (using Hypnotherapy)
- Relationship abuse
- Self-esteem and confidence
- Sexual abuse, sexual trauma and rape
- Exiting the sex industry (Pornography, escorting, only fans)
- Trauma & PTSD
Reaching Out
I know that taking the first step can feel daunting, especially when you’re feeling uncertain or vulnerable. But reaching out is a powerful act of self-care, and I will meet you with empathy, compassion, and understanding.
We can start with an initial call, where we explore whether we are a good fit—without pressure or obligation. A genuine, trusting connection is key to the work we do together.
If this resonates with you, let’s connect. I look forward to supporting you on your journey.
Training, qualifications & experience
- Foundation degree in Humanistic counselling based on Transactional Analysis
- Level 2 & 3 Therapeutically dealing with substance misuse
- Accredited Diploma in Hypnotherapy & NLP Practitioner
- Bronze, Silver & Gold level Trauma Trained
- Accredited Life and relationship Coach
- ADHD certificate - Supporting neurodiverse clients
- Menopause masterclass training
Member organisations
school Registered / Accredited
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The National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society This Not For Profit association of counsellors and psychotherapists aim to support the counselling profession, members and training organisations. In 2013 the NCS register was accredited by the Professional Standards Authority under the Accredited Voluntary Register Scheme. Accredited by the Professional Standards Authority.
Accredited register membership
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Areas of counselling I deal with
Therapies offered
Fees
£60.00 per session
Free initial telephone or online session
Additional information
Individual sessions £60
Couples £90
Hypnotherapy £75
Coaching £60
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