Sarah Ward

I have availability for mornings and afternoon Monday to Thursday

I know from experience that it can take courage to take that first step and reach out to someone.

I offer my services both as a counsellor, supervisor and EMDR therapist.  Working together, we can identify which areas to work on; and whether they are past or present concerns.

I can help you explore your feelings, make healthier choices, feel better about yourself, or regain control of your life. I am passionate about my work believe that the relationship between client and counsellor is at the heart of the counselling process. 

As an adopted person who has found and met my birth mother and eventual second rejection, I am keen to work with people who are exploring their own adoption story.

Being a counsellor is not just about what we read in books and what training we have, but it is also about life experience.  Fears of growing older, less able, how our relationships change, how we perceive our usefulness.

People from all walks of life and all ages, experience challenges to their mental wellbeing.  Sometimes relationships change or even end,we may experience loved ones passing away or children leaving home. These feelings can lead to panic or anxiety attacks, or depression.

I work from home in Leigh on Sea, both in-person and via Zoom.  I am located close to main bus routes and with parking nearby .

Anxiety, relationship problems, bereavement, mid life challenges. I can help you find strengths, and solutions. Working together we can find where to focus our work. Whether present or past concerns, and set you back on track.

I offering online and face to face counselling and supervision sessions.  

I am also a qualified EMDR Therapist which I can offer both face to face or online.

If you are interested in online counselling but are not familiar with it,  I can send you full information on 

1. what to expect
2. what happens
3. what equipment you will need 
4. a few codes of conduct about behaviour and dress
5. what to do after the session

Whether you have chosen to work online or in-person there will be a short assessment to be completed at the beginning

I tailor my work to the individual counsellor's needs, using a combination of different models including Hawkins & Shohet, Page & Wosket, and Inskipp & Proctor.  My own counselling training was primarily person centred, but encompassed CBT and TA amongst others.  I am experienced with working with both adults and children.  I am happy to work either via Zoom or face to face.  

My fees are £60 for 90 minutes.  

I would like to think that I work collaboratively with supervisees in a supportive role.  I also believe that the relationship between supervisee and supervisor is key in order to work effectively.

1- We provisionally agree on a date / time and you choose how you'd like to connect.   If working via Zoom it is important to make sure you are comfortable and not over-heard and as far as possible free from interruptions, and you have a good internet connection.

2- You download Zoom.us free from the internet, which is a recognised and encrypted platform.

3- I will require your fee at least 24 hours before the agreed date. Once your payment has gone through, the date is confirmed and the link sent.

4- On the agreed day / time, we meet online for the agreed session length.