Empowering Clients Through Therapy and Coaching
Hi! I'm Sarah, a counselling psychotherapist, life coach, couples & family therapist, children & young people counsellor, sex therapist, and kink/BDSM therapist.
I take pride in working differently from traditional therapists. I take a realistic, open-minded, supportive approach and bring my authentic self to every session by being open and honest about my own experiences. How can I expect my clients to share their difficulties when I am unwilling to disclose my own?!
I truly empathise with my clients and use my life experiences to aid therapy and build a trusting therapeutic relationship.
I will go above and beyond for my clients and will support them in between sessions should they experience times of distress and need additional support.
I work using different approaches and integrate various modalities, whichever I feel are best suited to your needs.
I see individual clients, couples, families, and young people of various ages.
Sessions are available in person, online, or by phone at my home in Yatton or therapy rooms situated on Whiteladies Road, Bristol.
I offer both long-term and short-term counselling as well as single-session therapy and walk & talk sessions.
A session usually lasts an hour, with flexibility for additional time or longer sessions.
My Specialties
Explore my diverse therapy and coaching services designed to meet various needs.
Individual Therapy
I offer support that is individually tailored for each client. I help those seeking personal growth, healing, acceptance, and empowerment!
Couples & Family Therapy
I am trained in couples and family therapy. I guide couples and families through conflicts and help them work towards healthier relationships and better communication.
Young Peoples Therapy
I have stage 1 children and young people training. I work with 11-18 year olds helping them to explore their thoughts, behaviours, and feelings. I treat all young people with the respect they deserve. This helps me to connect with them and understand their struggles.
Life Coaching
During times when we are at a crossroads in life, it can be hard to know what is the right decision. I can help you explore your options, find your strengths, and discover your true vocation in life. I can help you find solutions, support you with education and retraining. I provide career guidance and making life choices. I can also help with forms, benefits, budgeting, and decision making.
Trauma
I have lived experience of childhood abuse, trauma, sexual abuse, and abusive relationships. I have supported many clients through their past traumas. I cannot make your trauma disappear, but I can help you to accept it, shift blame, guilt, and the shame you have lived with.
Sex therapy
I offer an accepting, open-minded attitude towards sexual issues. I provide clients with a safe space where individuals and couples can talk about sexual problems, sexual identity, and their sexuality.
Kink/fetish therapy
I am a kink-positive therapist with years of experience in kink, BDSM, and fetishism. You are free to talk to me about anything. Nothing is off-limits or will shock me! I am a dominatrix with many satisfied clients!
Mental illness specialist
I have personal experience of EUPD/BPD, having been diagnosed with EUPD in 2017. I support BPD/EUPD clients, their partners and families. I also work with clients with bipolar, DID, ODD, OCD, psychosis, and schizophrenia. I have training in mental illnesses and wellness.
LGBTQIA+
I am a supporter of the LGBTQIA+ community, a trans ally, and a member of the LGBTQIA+ community. I have volunteered for Weston Pride and I am regular at transgender/crossdresser support groups.
ADHD & Autism
As a neurodivergent myself, I have faced the reality of living with late-diagnosed AuDHD. I have worked with many neurodiverse clients and have supported them through their diagnosis. I can offer coping skills and help you understand and accept your uniqueness.
Grief and loss
We often experience grief and loss in different ways. As someone who lost their mother as a teenager, I know only too well how the effects can still be present many years later. I help my clients through unresolved grief and rebuild their lives around it. However, it is not just people or pets we grieve for. Loss can include losing who we are because of illness, disability, and job loss. We can also grieve for the life we didn't have. I support clients through their loss and grief to help them accept and understand the changes in their lives. Often finding enjoyment once again.
Stress, anger, anxiety, depression
Anger often scares people. What if we can't control our anger and do something terrible? Stress and anxiety can lead to outbursts of anger. It is such a strong emotion which can be very productive with the right help. I can offer clients coping skills to help with stress and anxiety, to change their mindset and breathing exercises to manage it. I also work with depression and finding the root cause. I have battled with depression and anxiety for many years. I know how crippling it can be. You don't have to manage alone.
Real Clients Testimonials
The following testimonials are from past and present clients using their own words.
Dan
I reached out to Sarah at a time when I wasn't sure who to turn to. I needed to open up about some deeply personal aspects of my life as a man-things I had only ever shared with one other person, and even then, not to the extent I did with Sarah.
Leading up to our first therapy session, I was nervous. But those fears quickly faded. The experience was incredibly emotional, yet overwhelmingly positive and life-affirming.
Sarah truly listened and helped me navigate complex thoughts and emotions. She has the experience and insight to understand some of the most personal parts of my life-including a significant relationship, key aspects of my sexuality. I'm deeply grateful for her empathy and support. So much so, I have already booked my next appointment.
From the very beginning, I felt safe and at ease in her presence-able to talk freely and without judgment.
Even now, I continue to feel the positives effects. I wholeheartedly recommend Sarah. She's had a meaningful impact not only on one very special relationship in my life, but also on me as a person. The change has been profound.
Jane
Hi Sarah.
I wanted to write to you to say thanks for all of your help and support.
In the few months since we last met, I have continued to gain confidence, often remembering the techniques that you suggested during therapy.
Having been in therapy before, I found your friendly, open minded approach to my problems was refreshing and inspirational. It was important to me as a transgender woman to have a therapist who cared about trans issues and rights. Without a doubt, you are an extremely passionate advocate for all LGBTQIA people.
Most importantly, your understanding of my deepest, darkest thoughts has allowed me to grow and thrive.
I can truly say that your understanding, patience, and confidence in me has changed my world for the better.
With love, thank you.
Jane
Bob
Sarah has completely turned my life on its head....... in a good way!
Before I had therapy and coaching from Sarah I was in a bad place, my life was going nowhere!
In just a few months of working with me, Sarah has empowered me to be a much stronger and resilient person.
With her encouragement, I have managed to change my career path and make small adjustments to day to day life. All of this has led me to be much more grounded and self assured.
I owe Sarah my eternal gratitude. she has literally saved my life.
Transformative Therapy & Coaching Awaits
Your Journey to Self-Discovery, Acceptance and Empowerment
