About me
Counselling on the Coast – with Sian Draper
Offering face-to-face therapy for adults, children, and neurodivergent clients in a quiet, private setting on the outskirts of Blackpool. I also welcome couples and families seeking compassionate support and clearer connection.
I specialise in helping you understand how past experiences and attachment styles shape your present life. Together, we’ll build resilience, healthier relationships, and a deeper sense of self-compassion.
My approach is gentle, emotionally attuned, and grounded in lived experience. I know what it’s like to feel overwhelmed by anxiety, disconnected from others, and unsure how to move forward. Therapy helped me reclaim my voice—and now I offer that same space to you.
Whether you're navigating emotional regulation, low self-worth, or relationship struggles, I’ll support you in exploring your patterns and building a stronger, more peaceful sense of self. Neurodivergent clients are warmly welcomed, with sensory-friendly options and flexible communication styles.
You can view availability and book online via my secure portal:
https://clientportal.uk.zandahealth.com/clientportal/counsellingonthecoast
You’re welcome exactly as you are. I look forward to hearing from you.
Training, qualifications & experience
Post Graduate Diploma in Integrative psychotherapy
MA Social Work
BA Sc Counselling and Therapeutic Studies
Experience in the following areas
- Trauma
- Loss
- Bereavement
- Addiction
- Drug misuse
- Domestic violence
- Homelessness
- Drug and alcohol misuse
- Family disputes
- Child behavioral issues
- Unregulated emotions
- Loss
- Low self-esteem
- Confidence issues
- Stress
- Isolation
- Unmanaged mental health
- Terminal illness
- Chronic illness
- Personality disorders
8 years of experience working with adults and children
3 years experience in play therapy with children
Experience in the following areas with children
- Low self-esteem
- Friendship issues
- Bereavement
- Behavioral difficulties
- Autism
- ADHD
- Family dilemmas
- Emotional dysregulation
- Body dsyphoria
- Gender dysphoria
- Low confidence
- Bullying
- Identity crises
- Sibling conflicts
- Loss
- Boundary troubles
- School attendance
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
£50.00 per session
Concessions offered for
Health Insurance/EAP
Additional information
Pricing List
I’m pleased to offer a complimentary 15‑minute introductory session for anyone curious about working with me.
All sessions can also be booked directly through my online client portal.
Individual Teenager/Adult Therapy — £45 per 50‑minute session. A gentle, supportive space for adults to explore emotions, patterns, and challenges. Sessions are available online via Zoom, or in‑person when a therapy room is booked on request.
Play Therapy (Ages 5–12) — £55 per 50‑minute session. Play therapy is offered for children aged 5 to 12, as younger children often find it difficult to verbally express their emotions and experiences. This creative, child‑centred approach allows children to communicate through play in a safe, supportive environment. Children are welcome to take home any creations they make during their sessions. Play therapy is offered in‑person only, when a therapy room is booked on request.
Couples Therapy — £65 per 80‑minute session. A supportive space for couples to explore difficulties, strengthen communication, and rebuild emotional closeness. Sessions are available online via Zoom, or in‑person when a therapy room is booked on request.
Family Therapy — £65 per 80‑minute session. A welcoming therapeutic space designed to support communication, connection, and understanding within the family. Sessions are available online via Zoom, or in‑person when a therapy room is booked on request.
Live Chat Therapy — £35 per 50‑minute session. A gentle, accessible option for those who prefer not to meet via video or telephone. Ideal for clients who feel safer expressing themselves through writing.
Block Session Offers
Teenager/Adult Therapy Block
5 x 50‑minute sessions for £200 (Equivalent to £40 per session).
Couples & Family Therapy Block
5 x 80‑minute sessions for £300 (Equivalent to £60 per session).
Blocks must be used within 3 months of purchase.
Booking Your Free 15‑Minute Taster Session, you can contact me directly, or register through my online portal using the link below and clicking the register button.
https://clientportal.uk.zandahealth.com/clientportal/counsellingonthecoast
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Further information
About Me
I’m Sian, an Integrative Psychotherapist based in the UK. I offer a comprehensive psychotherapy service that draws from a range of psychological approaches—including CBT, Humanistic, and Psychodynamic Therapy—to suit your individual needs. My work is grounded in compassion, collaboration, and a deep respect for each person’s unique journey.
Whether you're struggling with anxiety, trauma, low self-esteem, or relationship difficulties, I provide a safe and supportive space where you can explore your emotions, understand your patterns, and begin building a stronger sense of self-worth and resilience.
How I Work
My approach is flexible and tailored to you. In our sessions, we’ll focus on resolving current challenges while enhancing positive thinking and behaviours. I’ll guide you in reframing unhelpful reactions and equip you with practical tools to navigate life’s difficulties more effectively.
Together, we’ll explore how your past experiences and attachment styles may be influencing your present, and work towards creating healthier responses and more fulfilling relationships. I believe that vulnerability is a strength—and that healing begins when we allow ourselves to feel without judgment.
My Commitment to You
I’m deeply committed to personal and professional growth. I regularly engage in continued learning, reflective practice, and training to ensure I’m offering the most effective support possible. I welcome feedback and view it as an essential part of evolving as a therapist.
Whether it’s refining my communication style or staying up to date with the latest therapeutic developments, I’m always striving to improve—so I can be the best therapist I can be for the people I work with.
What to Expect
You’ll be met with warmth, empathy, and professionalism. I aim to create a space where you feel truly heard and understood. Therapy isn’t just about managing symptoms—it’s about transformation. It’s about reconnecting with yourself, building emotional strength, and moving forward with greater clarity and confidence.
If you’re feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure where to begin, I’m here to support you. You don’t have to face this journey alone.
