About me
Hello, my name is Sandra. Thank you for visiting my page.
About Me
Hello, I’m Sandra — a BACP-registered counsellor and psychotherapist based in Hitchin, Hertfordshire.
Reaching out for support can feel like a big step, and you may not be sure where to begin. My aim is to offer you a calm, supportive space where you can talk openly and feel genuinely heard, without judgement.
I have over eleven years of experience working with clients facing challenges such as anxiety, depression, trauma, bereavement, and relationship difficulties. My approach is integrative, combining psychodynamic therapy, person-centred counselling, and mindfulness, which means we can work in a way that feels right for you rather than a one-size-fits-all model.
Before training as a therapist, I spent more than 25 years in the NHS in a senior management role. During that time, I saw how important emotional wellbeing is at every stage of life. This led me to acquire further training as a counsellor, where I could work more directly with people on a one-to-one level — something I find deeply meaningful.
I offer face-to-face counselling in SG5 location as well as online sessions across the UK, giving you flexibility in how you access support. Whether you’re feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or simply want to understand yourself better, we can work together at your pace.
Other areas of training are:
·Anxiety and stress
Depression and low mood
Trauma and PTSD
Bereavement and loss
Relationship difficulties
Substances addiction
Chronic pain and long-term conditions
My role is to help you to have a clearer understanding of why these and the many events of uncertainty are happening in your life.
What to expect in your initial session
Your first step
I offer a free 20-minute introductory session. This is a chance for us to talk about what’s brought you to therapy and to see if you feel comfortable working with me — there’s no pressure or obligation.
You’re welcome to contact me by phone or email. If I’m unavailable, please leave a confidential message and I will get back to you as soon as I can.
You don’t have to have everything figured out before starting therapy — sometimes just having a space to begin is enough.
Training, qualifications & experience
- Advanced Diploma Psychodynamic Counselling
- Diploma in Psychodynamic Counselling
- Certificate in Psychodynamic Counselling
- Substance Addiction
- Practicing Mindfulness
- Trauma-informed therapy
- Enhanced DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) Certificate
I am a Registered Member of the BACP (British Association of Counselling & Psychotherapy
I regularly dedicate time to further personal and professional development attending CPD courses and workshops
Member organisations
BACP is one of the UK’s leading professional bodies for counselling and psychotherapy with around 60,000 members. The Association has several different categories of membership, including Student Member, Individual Member, Registered Member MBACP, Registered Accredited Member MBACP (Accred) and Senior Registered Accredited Member MBACP (Snr Acccred). Registered and accredited members are listed on the BACP Register, which shows that they have demonstrated BACP’s recommended standards for training, proficiency and ethical practice. The BACP Register was the first register of psychological therapists to be accredited by the Professional Standards Authority (PSA). Accredited and senior accredited membership are voluntary categories for members who choose to undertake a rigorous application and assessment process to demonstrate additional standards around practice, training and supervision. Individual members will have completed an appropriate counselling or psychotherapy course and started to practise, but they won’t appear on the BACP Register until they've demonstrated that they meet the standards for registration. Student members are still in the process of completing their training. All members are bound by the BACP Ethical Framework and a Professional Conduct Procedure.
Accredited register membership
The Accredited Register Scheme was set up in 2013 by the Department of Health (DoH) as a way to recognise organisations that hold voluntary registers which meet certain standards. These standards are set by the Professional Standards Authority (PSA).
This therapist has indicated that they belong to an Accredited Register.
Areas of counselling I deal with
Therapies offered
Fees
£55.00 per session
Additional information
Flexible hours available
Concessionary rates available
When I work
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Further information
- If you have further questions, please call or email me.
- Area of practice: I work with individuals over the age of 17 years old.
- I will offer you a free 20 minute session as an initial contact.
- Concessionary rate for healthcare staff
