Sarah Porritt

Sarah Porritt is a counsellor with ten years of experience working with adults, young people and families. She is a BACP member, which means her practice follows an established ethical framework. Sarah aims to make sessions straightforward and non-judgemental so people can talk about what matters to them.

Sarah specialises in stress, anxiety and issues around self-esteem. She also helps people who are dealing with grief, parenting pressures and family difficulties. Body image, attachment and feelings of isolation are other areas she commonly supports.

Her approach combines evidence-based therapeutic techniques with a down-to-earth, compassionate style. Sessions focus on understanding what you’re facing now and on practical steps you can try between meetings. She uses tools that help with unhelpful thinking, emotion regulation and coping in daily life.

Sarah pays attention to how relationships and past experiences shape current patterns. Conversations often include practising new ways to communicate and setting realistic goals for change. Many people leave with clearer thinking and small, manageable strategies to build on.

She works in English and carries experience helping those affected by chronic illness, caregiving stress, divorce and midlife changes. Reaching out is presented as a personal choice, and Sarah offers a steady, listening presence to explore next steps.

Therapeutic methods and how they work online

Sarah uses a mix of practical, evidence-based techniques that are easy to describe and apply. Cognitive approaches focus on spotting unhelpful thinking patterns and practising alternative ways of thinking that reduce worry and rumination. Person-centred methods concentrate on listening, understanding your experience and helping you find your own solutions. Mindfulness practices are used to build moment-to-moment awareness and calm when stress or strong emotions are present.

Finding the right way of working is part of the therapy process. Sarah will discuss different approaches with you and choose methods that fit your goals and preferences. This is a collaborative process where you both check what helps and adjust the plan over time.

Practical benefits of working online with a therapist include fitting sessions around work and family life and avoiding travel time. Online work can make it easier to keep regular contact during busy weeks or when juggling caring responsibilities. If you want to know which session formats are offered, please confirm the current options before booking so you can pick what suits your routine and needs.