About me
Hello and welcome to my profile.
Taking the first step towards counselling can feel daunting, especially when you have been carrying difficult thoughts, feelings or experiences for some time. My aim is to offer you a safe, confidential and non-judgemental space where you feel heard, understood and able to be yourself.
My name is Sara, and I am a fully qualified counsellor and a registered member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP).
I work in a trauma-informed and integrative way, recognising that everyone has their own unique experiences, challenges and needs. I believe that having the time and space to talk openly, without fear of judgement, can help you begin to make sense of what you are experiencing.
Through talking therapy, we can explore whatever may be affecting your emotional wellbeing, whether that is anxiety, stress, sadness, low self-esteem, relationship difficulties or a general feeling of being overwhelmed. You may be struggling with something happening in your life right now, or you may wish to explore past experiences that continue to affect you in the present.
Whatever brings you to counselling, we will work together to explore your experiences at a pace that feels comfortable and right for you. There is no pressure to share everything at once; we can take the time you need to develop trust, understanding and awareness.
Where appropriate, I can also incorporate Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) techniques into our sessions. These can help you recognise the connections between your thoughts, feelings and behaviours, identify unhelpful patterns and develop practical strategies to manage anxiety, stress and low mood. We can also explore emotional triggers, avoidance behaviours and difficulties with self-esteem, helping you develop healthier ways of coping both within and outside of sessions.
Above all, my approach is centred around you. My hope is to provide a supportive space where you feel able to explore your difficulties, gain a deeper understanding of yourself and work towards positive, meaningful changes in your life.
Ultimately, you don't have to navigate everything alone. Counselling can offer you the time, space and support to begin understanding your experiences and finding a way forward that feels right for you.
Training, qualifications & experience
My Experience
At present I work with: Organisations, and individuals, on a one to one basis providing face to face, telephone, and online video counselling services.
Prior to counselling clients in private practice I worked in the charity sector where I counselled men and women from a broad range of backgrounds, experiencing a wide range of mental health challenges including stress, anxiety, low mood, relationship breakdowns, sexual abuse, substance abuse, loss, and bereavement.
Prior to this I spent 20 years working in the Corporate environment. This background means that I am familiar with the demands of structured workplace environments, the dynamics and challenges of working relationships, and the related stresses that can arise.
QualificationS
Level 7 Applied Cognitive Behavioural Skills for Practice.
BSc (Honours) Counselling Psychology (BPS Accredited).
ABC Level 4 Diploma Therapeutic Counselling.
CPAB Level 3 Certificate
British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) certificate of proficiency.
I also attend regular supervision and update my skills through continued personal development training.
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
Fees
£50.00 per session
Concessions offered for
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