Therapist reviewed
Sara ODonnell
“Sara is an absolute star i didn't think i could get sorted always over thinking about everything and just so depressed but Sara managed it I'm for ever great fall and wouldn't hesitate to call her again”
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About Sara
Hello, my name is Sara and I’m a warm, compassionate, and thoughtful psychotherapeutic counsellor. I offer a supportive space for adults navigating a wide range of issues, including anxiety, depression, stress, bereavement, low self-esteem, and relationship challenges. My commitment is to treat you as an individual, ensuring that I never impose a ‘one size fits all’ approach to your mental health.
In our sessions, I use an integrative approach that blends traditional counselling models with evidence-based CBT techniques. This balance allows us to investigate how your past might be influencing your present, while also focusing on the here and now. By combining these methods, we can tailor the therapy to suit your specific needs and goals.
You will find that I provide a safe, non-judgemental environment where you will be treated with the utmost respect, empathy, and understanding. My aim is to help you feel heard and understood so you can begin to make sense of your problems and start the process of healing.
Working together, we will explore the thoughts and emotions that may be affecting your quality of life, work, and relationships. It is my goal to help you build insight and develop the emotional resilience needed to move forward with greater confidence.
What Sara can help with
Work Related StressLow Mood and DepressionHealth AnxietyTrauma Related DifficultiesConfidence and AssertivenessBereavement and GriefLow Self EsteemGeneralised Anxiety Disorder (GAD)Life Transitions and ChangeSocial AnxietyFeeling Overwhelmed or StuckPanic AttacksSleep Difficulties and InsomniaAnger ManagementPerfectionismOCDStress and Burnout
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How I can help
I'll help you change negative thoughts and behaviours into more positive, constructive ones using CBT techniques.
We'll explore your thoughts and emotions in a safe, supportive environment to build deeper self-understanding.
I'll provide you with tailored tools to manage stress, anxiety, and relationship challenges effectively.
We'll work together to gain insight into how past difficulties may still be impacting your life today.
I'll support you in building emotional resilience and confidence to improve your overall quality of life.
Background and experience
I am a fully qualified Psychotherapeutic Counsellor and an Accredited Member of the National Counselling Society (NCS), as well as a Registered Member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP). I strictly adhere to their ethical codes, which involve a commitment to continuous professional development and regular clinical supervision.
I have several years of experience in private practice providing support for a diverse range of psychological problems. My expertise includes helping clients manage symptoms of anxiety and depression, as well as navigating complex issues such as anger management and bereavement. My background is rooted in blending structured CBT interventions with empathetic counselling to provide a comprehensive therapeutic experience for you to feel heard and understood.
Qualifications & memberships
- Level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling
- British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP)
Therapy approaches
- Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT)
- Psychodynamic Therapy
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Integrative Therapy
- Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT)
- Humanistic Therapy
- Person-Centred Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
Client reviews
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Therapist reviewed
Sara ODonnell
CBT
“Sara is so lovely and understanding, she makes you feel heard, understood and comfortable in all her sessions.”
Therapist reviewed
Sara ODonnell
Perfect….
“Sara was brilliant throughout my sessions. She listened intently and helped me see the bigger picture with clarity. Always professional and just a lovely person to visit and talk with. Sara is about as good a practitioner as you’ll find. She helped fully understand the meaning to my childhood and family life aswell as helping me with understanding how my former career in the police would have impacted me after leaving. I would have no hesitation in recommending her and would see her again if ever I needed help further. After the sessions I have a clear, renewed perspective and feel I am in the right place. Thank you so much Sara.”
Therapist reviewed
Sara ODonnell
Exceptional Support and Guidance
“I have found Sara to be professional, compassionate, and supportive throughout our sessions. She created a safe and non-judgmental environment where I felt comfortable discussing difficult issues. Her guidance has helped me gain valuable insight and develop practical coping strategies. I am grateful for her support and would highly recommend Sara to others seeking counselling.”
Therapist reviewed
Sara ODonnell
“I found Sara while searching online for a counsellor. After the sudden loss of my mum, I felt I needed counselling. At the same time, I was caring for my 89-year-old dad, and I simply couldn't accept that my mum had gone. I felt lost and couldn't understand why I no longer felt like myself. Although I only had a few sessions, Sara helped me from day one. She listened with kindness and compassion, never judged me, and helped me understand that everything I was feeling was a natural response to such a huge loss. For the first time, I felt truly heard and understood. She also helped me realise that I didn't have to do everything on my own. I had been putting everyone else first, and she encouraged me to take care of myself too. She gave me practical, realistic tips that helped me rebuild my confidence, regain my strength, and start putting my own wellbeing first without feeling guilty. She also gave me valuable ways to cope with the difficult days, which have been incredibly helpful. Not only have these tools helped me through my own grief, but they've also helped me support my dad as he grieves the loss of my mum. I will always be grateful for Sara's support, kindness, and guidance. If you're unsure about reaching out for counselling, I would encourage you to take that first step. It was one of the best decisions I have ever made, and I can't recommend Sara highly enough.”
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