Be Seen. Be Heard. Be You.
Hi, I’m Sandra.
I would describe myself as warm, supportive, and compassionate. I provide a safe and confidential space where you can feel comfortable and at ease. Building trust is at the heart of the therapeutic relationship, and I work gently and respectfully to support you in that process.
Before training to become a therapist, I worked in Human Resources for many years at the John Lewis Partnership - a role I loved. I found that many of the skills I developed there were deeply transferable to therapy, especially those around listening, empathy, and supporting others.
I went onto retrain as a therapist, completing four years of training, which I absolutely loved. It was a transformative journey where I not only gained professional knowledge, but also grew personally and deepened my understanding of others.
“My own transformative experience of therapy inspired me to become a counsellor, to offer others the same empathy, understanding and healing that I was fortunate to receive from my Therapist.” - Sandra
My personal experience.
I know from personal experience how overwhelming life can feel. While juggling a full-time job, raising my children, and going through a difficult divorce, I often felt stretched beyond my limits. During that time, I worked with a therapist who helped me understand myself on a much deeper level - and it truly changed my life. I haven't looked back since.
That experience continues to inspire my work today. I want you to have your own unique experience of therapy - one that feels supportive, meaningful, and grounded in trust. There is so much to gain.
My integrated approach.
I work with adults aged 18 and over, offering an integrated approach to therapy. This means I draw from a range of therapeutic models, tailoring the work to suit your individual needs and what feels most helpful for you.
Much of my work centres around supporting clients experiencing anxiety and depression, often as a result of difficult life experiences. These challenges can show up in many ways, including through loss, grief, or trauma, and I offer a calm, steady presence to help you explore and make sense of what you're going through. Read more about my approach.
Recent training
I’ve completed Level 1 training in Internal Family Systems (IFS), a gentle and compassionate approach that explores the relationship between our core Self and the different “parts” of us that show up in life.
I feel this sits very well with other approaches I provide in my Practice.
How Can I Help You?
