Sally Davies

Availability now, weekdays

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. 

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.

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. 

October 2024 onwards, I have spaces available

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. 

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.

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. 

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.