Sally Counselling and Psychotherapy

Therapist Directory Listing Category: Psychotherapists and Counsellors

About the Therapist

About the therapist:

I spent almost 20 years working in a third-sector organisation supporting people with HIV, where I gained deep insight into the unique challenges faced by the effects of stigma on marginalised communities. This experience has shaped my approach to therapy—focusing on empathy, respect, and creating a non-judgmental space where you can feel heard and understood.

My counselling experience has been gained working with students in further and higher education settings, as well as a wide range of clients in my private practice including many neurodivergent and LGBTQIA+ clients.

Central to my work is the belief that every person is unique, and I strive to truly understand you and your experiences. I take the time to get to know you as a person, exploring your world, your emotions, and your relationships on a deep level.

I have years of experience counselling individuals and am now offering space for relationship therapy either face-to-face or online.

Sexual identity:

Bi- | Pansexual

Gender identity: Female

Gender history: As assigned at birth

Non-monogamy: No

Intersex: No

Neurodivergent: Unsure

Personal pronouns: she/her

Qualifications - Links to websites:

Post Graduate Diploma in Psychological Wellbeing Counselling and Psychotherapy - Persona/University of Aberdeen/BACP Accredited - 2017-2019

sallycounselling.com

Qualifications - Additional:

Award	Awarding body	Year of award
Externship in Emotionally Focused Couple Therapy	International Centre For Excellence in Emotionally Focused Couple Therapy	2024
Emotionally Focused Individual Therapy (EFIT) Level 1 Certificate Course	PesiUK Online Course	Feb 2024
APCCA Therapeutic Use of Person-Centred Creative Arts level 2 Certificate	Association For Person-Centred Creative Arts	2022
COSCA Certificate in Counselling	Edinburgh College	2015-2017

Experience and approach:

I initially trained in the Person-Centred approach, which prioritises empathy, unconditional positive regard, and authenticity. I’ve recently integrated Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) into my practice, an approach that is especially effective for helping couples strengthen their emotional bonds and navigate complex relationship dynamics.

My emphasis in therapy is always on understanding you and your partner(s) as individuals—really hearing and validating your experiences. I believe that the heart of meaningful change comes from truly appreciating your unique perspective and emotional world. Together, we can explore how your experiences shape your relationships, and how to foster more connection and understanding.

I’ve also trained in creative approaches to therapy, offering additional methods that can be helpful depending on your preferences, such as art, writing, or other expressive techniques.

Whether you're looking to work through relationship challenges, explore personal growth, or enhance your emotional connection with others, I’m here to support you in a way that feels right for you. My goal is to help you create lasting, positive change in a compassionate and tailored way.

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