Sarah Lillywhite
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About me
I am often described as someone who is warm, caring, open and accepting. In addition to this, clients tell me that they feel safe to express difficult issues in my sessions, and that they feel heard and understood by me.
I have very particular skills and expertise in supporting people who have experienced trauma. I am trained and experienced in trauma-focussed therapy. I am also trained, and Accredited in EMDR. I have found EMDR to be very useful in supporting people who are dealing with unresolved or distressing experiences from the past or present, or who have concerns about future experiences or relationships. EMDR can also be a very effective therapy for panic attacks, nightmares, anxiety and phobias.
I am also able to provide traditional psychotherapy. Supporting people on a wide range of issues, giving time and space for things to be expressed, and options to be considered.
Training, qualifications & experience
Training
- Diploma in Person-centred Counselling (2005)
- Masters in Existential Psychotherapy and Counselling (2010)
- Carolyn Spring Trauma Training Course (2020)
- EMDR Training (2022)
- EMDR Accreditation with UK EMDR Association
Experience
I have 20 years of psychotherapy and counselling experience with adults and young people, of all ages and genders. I have worked as a therapist in many settings, including, a rape crisis centre, colleges, a wellbeing centre, and for the NHS.
Currently I am running my own private practice, and I am working with a charity that provides therapy for veterans.
I completed my EMDR therapy training 4 years ago. I am an Accredited EMDR therapist.
EMDR is recognized as an effective therapy by the World Health Organization, and is used in the NHS. If anyone would like to know more about this therapy, I have a leaflet that I am always very happy to send out.
Member organisations
school Registered / Accredited
Being registered/accredited with a professional body means an individual must have achieved a substantial level of training and experience approved by their member organisation.
The UK Council for Psychotherapy (UKCP) is a leading professional body for the education, training and regulation of psychotherapists and psychotherapeutic counsellors. Its register is accredited by the government's Professional Standards Authority.
As part of its commitment to protect the public, it works to improve access to psychotherapy, to support and disseminate research, to improve standards and to respond effectively to complaints against its members.
UKCP standards cover the range of different psychotherapies. Registration is obtained by training or accrediting with one of its member organisations, or by holding a European Certificate in Psychotherapy. Accredited by the Professional Standards Authority.
Universities Psychotherapy & Counselling Association
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
Other areas of counselling I deal with
Ethical views about the welfare of people or animals that have led to anxiety, isolation or depression
Therapies offered
Fees
£55.00 - £75.00
Additional information
I offer a free introductory session lasting up to 30 minutes, in which you can let me know what you are looking for from therapy, and I can explain the different forms of therapy I can offer you. After which, further sessions cost the following.
Psychotherapy and Counselling- On-line and In-person
- £55 for 1 hour
EMDR - On-line and In-person
- £60 for 1 hour
- £75 for 1 hour 15 minutes session
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Further information
I fully understand the first step can be difficult, but I want you to know, I am always very happy to receive an email or call, and answer your questions. If I can't take your call straight away, please leave a message and I will get back to you as soon as I can.
