Sally Davies
Registered Member MBACP (Accredited)
Contact information
- Phone number
- 07803896268
Therapist - Bristol
Features
Availability
Availability now, weekdays
About me and my therapy practice
This listing is for online work only. I have a separate listing for in person work in Clifton, Bristol BS8.
However, online I also accept more clients for short-term work as well, to tackle an immediate, pressing issue. This might involve more directive therapy and worksheets, homework etc.
I understand that it is daunting finding a counsellor so we can meet for an initial session without commitment.
I work mainly from a psychodynamic perspective, looking at how your past relationships and experiences have impacted on how you are now. I also work from the idea that we have different parts, as in Internal Family Systems.
I also use other creative techniques such as drawing, writing, bodywork, if it feels appropriate. I sometimes use CBT and other tools, such as Gestalt chair work.
I work with individual adults aged 18 and up. I ask for a weekly commitment to therapy and we will fix a regular time to meet.
Practice description
Do you feel stuck, anxious or depressed? Is life challenging? I offer a welcoming space to look at what is going on in your life. I am an experienced therapist and believe that being really heard and seen can be transformative for all of us.
I am calm and compassionate and help clients to look at long-standing behaviour that is no longer helpful, your upbringing or past trauma. Or you may wish to look at a current specific issue or relationship. Perhaps you simply wish to understand yourself better. I will work with you at your pace. I bring a warmth and curiosity to my work but feel that humour is also important.
Who I work with
I appreciate the impact of isolation, depression and feeling different. I particularly work with:
Social anxiety
Depression, anxiety, panic attacks
Relationship issues, in relation to couples, your family, your children
Cultural difference
Addiction, (esp. gambling)
Abuse, self-harm, suicidal feelings
Attachment, family relations, narcissism
Trauma, often using somatic/bodywork. PTSD
Men's issues - anger, addiction, the expectation of men to be strong and unemotional.
Mid-life
Women's issues: pregnancy, postnatal, fertility, menopause. I have a lot of experience with issues related to pregnancy and postnatal period, childbirth and menopause and HRT (oestrogen, testosterone)
Chronic pain and health anxiety
Neurodiversity, ADHD in adults
Boarding School survivors
I am interested in exploring how the care that we received as a child, or lack of it (for example with narcissistic parents) impacts on us. I work increasingly with ADHD and neurodiversity in women.
My first session
In a first session I will take a lot of notes about you and ask about family history, relationships so that I can make an assessment of what is going on for you. I might ask you to draw a family tree. In other sessions I do not take notes.
After the first session, I will ask you to sign my agreement which asks you to give 48 hours' notice of cancellation. If you give less notice I will try and offer an alternative slot but if I can't I will still charge you. This agreement also clarifies my confidentiality policy and abidance by GDPR.
Other Information About Me
I have worked in a university student counselling service, an agency for gambling addiction and a psychiatric ward.
I abide by the BACP's ethical values. I hold a Diploma in Integrative Counselling from University of the West of England. I have a foundation certificate in Group Analysis.
I feel it is important to have my own weekly therapy and supervision so that I can really be present for my clients.
What I can help with
Abuse, ADD / ADHD, Addictions, Anger management, Anxiety, Autism spectrum, Bereavement, Cancer, Child related issues, Chronic fatigue syndrome / ME, Cultural issues, Depression, Disability, Health related issues, Identity issues, Infertility, Loss, Menopause, Men's issues, Mood disorder, Neurodiversity, Obsessions, Personal development, Post-traumatic stress, Pregnancy related issues, Redundancy, Relationships, Self esteem, Self-harm, Service veterans, Sexual identity, Spirituality, Stress, Substance Dependency, Trauma, Women's issues, Work related issues
Types of therapy
Behavioural, Brief therapy, CBT, Creative therapy, Gestalt, Integrative, Jungian, Person centred, Psychodynamic, Relational, Solution focused brief therapy
Clients I work with
Adults, Older adults, Young people
How I deliver therapy
Long term sessions, Online therapy, Short term sessions, Telephone therapy, Time-limited
Therapist - Bristol
Features
- Flexible hours available
- Concessionary rates
Availability
November 2024 onwards, I do not have space available currently.
I charge £55 a session but offer a few concessionary spaces
I work with individual adults aged 18 and up. I ask for a weekly commitment to therapy and we will fix a regular time to meet.
About me and my therapy practice
I work both in-person and on-line.
Do you feel stuck, anxious or depressed? Is life challenging? I offer a welcoming space to look at what is going on in your life. I am an experienced therapist and believe that being really heard and seen can be transformative for all of us.
I am calm and compassionate and help clients to look at long-standing behaviour that is no longer helpful, your upbringing or past trauma. Or you may wish to look at a current specific issue or relationship. Perhaps you simply wish to understand yourself better. I will work with you at your pace. I bring a warmth and curiosity to my work but also humour.
Who I work with
I appreciate the impact of isolation, depression and feeling different. I particularly work with:
Social anxiety
Depression, anxiety, panic attacks
Relationship issues, in relation to couples, your family, your children
Cultural difference
Addiction, (esp. gambling)
Abuse, self-harm, suicidal feelings
Attachment, family relations, narcissism
Trauma, often using somatic/bodywork. PTSD
Men's issues - anger, addiction, the expectation of men to be strong and unemotional.
Mid-life
Women's issues: pregnancy, postnatal, fertility, menopause. I have a lot of experience with issues related to pregnancy and postnatal period, childbirth and menopause and HRT (oestrogen, testosterone)
Chronic pain and health anxiety
Neurodiversity, ADHD in adults
Boarding School survivors
I am interested in exploring how the care that we received as a child, or lack of it (for example with narcissistic parents) impacts on us. I work increasingly with ADHD and neurodiversity in women.
Practice description
Where I work and cost
I work from my therapy room in Alma Road, Clifton, Bristol BS8. This is a quiet, private space. I understand that it is daunting finding a counsellor so we can meet for an initial session without commitment.
I work mainly from a psychodynamic perspective, working longterm with clients through talking therapy and looking at how their past relationships and experiences have impacted on how they are now.
I also use other creative techniques such as drawing, Gestalt chair work, writing, bodywork, if it feels appropriate. I sometimes use CBT and other tools.
I like to work with dreams and archetypes too, and attend a monthly Jungian dream group. I try to see beyond what a client says and understand the real meaning for them in their life context.
Other Information About Me
I have worked in a university student counselling service, an agency for gambling addiction and a psychiatric ward.
I abide by the BACP's ethical values. I hold a Diploma in Integrative Counselling from University of the West of England. I have a foundation certificate in Group Analysis.
I feel it is important to have my own weekly therapy and supervision so that I can really be present for my clients.
My first session
I offer a 15-minute free phone conversation to discuss therapy with me. A first full session will involve me taking a full history of your emotional development: family, past events, current difficulties, medication. It also gives you the opportunity to ask questions about therapy and how I work.
What I can help with
Abuse, ADD / ADHD, Addictions, Anger management, Anxiety, Autism spectrum, Bereavement, Cancer, Child related issues, Chronic fatigue syndrome / ME, Cultural issues, Depression, Disability, Eating disorders, Health related issues, Identity issues, Loss, Men's issues, Obsessions, OCD, Phobias, Post-traumatic stress, Pregnancy related issues, Redundancy, Relationships, Self esteem, Self-harm, Service veterans, Spirituality, Stress, Trauma, Women's issues, Work related issues
Types of therapy
Behavioural, Creative therapy, Gestalt, Integrative, Person centred, Psychodynamic, Relational, Solution focused brief therapy, Transpersonal
Clients I work with
Adults, Older adults
How I deliver therapy
Long-term face-to-face work, Online therapy, Short-term face-to-face work, Telephone therapy