Sandra Drum

I am a fully qualified  Psychotherapist. 

I hold a Masters in Science in Transactional Analysis Psychotherapy awarded by Middlesex University and Metanoia Institute, and  Post Grad Diploma in Psychotherapy Counselling (Metanoia). 

I am a certified Transactional Analyst awarded by Metanoia Institute and EATA. I abide by the ethical framework of the BACP, UKCP AND EATA. 

I work both long term and short term with individual and couples.  

I understand it is hard to ask for help and it is a brave decision to reach out for assistance. It is a bold move and I invite you to take the first step. I hope to create an atmosphere that is non-judgemental, safe, and respectful ensuring that a positive relationship is forged between you, the client, and me. 

I also hold a Certificate in Couples counselling and I work with many couples.  Couples seek counselling for many reasons, for example:  looking to improve communication, relationship difficulties or considering moving in together or getting married.  

Couples work entails an assessment of one hour, then eight sessions every two-three weeks that are one and half hours. This short term model is popular and successful. 

If this sounds of interest to you and you would like an initial conversation, please do contact me. 

In our individual introductory session, I carry out an informal assessment. I give you the opportunity to tell me your story and to discuss what you would like from therapy, as well as to answer any questions you may have for me. If you are happy to proceed, I usually suggest we do 4 -6 sessions where we can explore further why you are seeking counselling. This gives us time to develop our therapeutic relationship. After 6 weeks, we then would decide whether to work for a longer period of time.