About me
You might be here because you feel stuck — in patterns, in relationships, or in your own head. Or because you’re trying to make sense of how your mind works, especially if you're autistic or have ADHD. You might be looking for a way of understanding yourself and living in a way that better supports your needs, in your life and relationships.
If that’s the case, you’re not alone in it.
Hi, I’m Sarah,
I work with adults who want to move beyond understanding “why”. For some, that means letting go of the mask and others’ expectations. For others, it’s valuing themselves enough to set boundaries in relationships. You may not know what you want yet, and that's ok.
Some of this might resonate:
- feeling like you lose yourself in relationships, struggle to hold onto a sense of who you are, or tend to ignore your own needs
- feeling confused, doubting yourself, or questioning your reality after experiences like emotional abuse, manipulation or gaslighting
- feeling drained after a lifetime of masking ADHD or autistic traits, and unsure how to safely be yourself — or even what that looks like
- feeling anxious, overwhelmed, or caught in cycles of overthinking or self-doubt
- struggling with self-esteem, self-worth, or trusting your own thoughts and decisions
- feeling a bit lost during a life transition or anxious about any uncertainty over what may or may not happen next
How I work
My approach is encouraging, relaxed and neuro-affirming. I aim to create a space where you can say things as they are — the good, the bad, and the messy — and tell me if I’ve misunderstood you.
Sessions are tailored to you. If things like crochet, Rubik's cubes, moving around, or avoiding eye contact help you feel more comfortable, then go for it.
You’re always welcome to question things, move at your own pace, or say if something doesn’t feel helpful.
I’m an integrative counsellor, drawing from person-centred therapy, Gestalt, Transactional Analysis and CBT. In practice, this might look like:
- noticing recurring patterns in relationships
- exploring beliefs you’ve absorbed about yourself
- finding practical ways to respond differently when something feels difficult or overwhelming
Depending on your preferences, we can focus on talking, or work more creatively — I’ll adapt to you.
Neurodivergent-affirming therapy
My approach is neurodivergent-affirming. I see neurodivergence as part of who you are, not something that needs fixing.
You may have spent years adapting to environments that don’t quite fit how your mind works — masking, pushing through, or working against yourself just to keep up.
Rather than trying to change who you are, together we can explore your experiences, recognise your strengths, and understand your needs — and find ways of living that work with your brain, rather than against it.
That might include finding ways to communicate and advocate for what you need or want, so things feel more supportive and sustainable in your life and relationships.
I adapt my approach to your communication style, processing pace and sensory needs, without any expectation to mask or be a particular way.
Next steps
If you’d like to explore whether we might be a good fit, you’re welcome to get in touch. I offer a free 20-minute consultation by phone or video.
Training, qualifications & experience
Qualifications & Registration
I am an Accredited Registrant of the National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society (NCPS) and hold an Advanced Diploma in Integrative Counselling.
I work in accordance with the NCPS Code of Ethical Practice and receive regular clinical supervision.
Additional Training & Continuing Professional Development
I am committed to ongoing professional development and regularly undertake further training. Recent areas of focus include:
- Working therapeutically with autistic adults and individuals with ADHD
- Neurodivergent-affirming practice
- Intergenerational trauma and epigenetics
- Transactional Analysis
- Working safely and ethically online
I have experience working with adults in a charitable counselling setting, supporting clients with relationship difficulties, anxiety, life transitions and the impact of emotionally abusive relationships.
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 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
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
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Fees
£60.00 - £90.00
Additional information
Sessions are available in both 60- and 90-minute formats (£60–£90).
If you’re unsure which session length to book, we can explore together what may feel most supportive during the initial consultation. This may also change over time, and we can review things together as we go.
I offer a free 20-minute consultation by phone or video so we can explore whether working together feels like a good fit.
Further information
Availability & Session Information
I offer 60- and 90-minute sessions in person at the Good Life Centre in Exeter, walk & talk therapy across East Devon, and online counselling throughout the UK. I have daytime and evening appointments available during the week, as well as on Saturday afternoons.
Therapy can be short-term or open-ended, depending on what feels right for you.
