Sadie Mavarani

Sadie Mavarani


Registered Member MBACP

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Therapist - Durham

Durham DH1
Sessions from £70.00

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About me and my therapy practice

Have you ever been told or felt that you’re too much?

Too sensitive, too emotional, too intense. Maybe that’s something you’ve carried with you for a long time—like somehow you’re too much and not enough, all at once.

You might be someone who feels things deeply but struggles to trust your own instincts. The one who keeps it all together. You notice the slightest shift in someone’s mood, pick up on unspoken tension, and often step in to fix things before anyone even asks. Over time, you may have learned to hide your own feelings, to stay strong, or to shrink yourself to keep the peace.

Even when everything seems "fine" on the surface, it can be hard to relax. You might feel constantly on edge—like you’re always waiting for something to go wrong, second-guessing yourself, or wondering if it’s your fault. Maybe you’ve become so focused on other people’s needs that you forget to check in with your own. Or maybe you’ve learned it feels safer not to need anything at all.

If you’ve ever been told to “stop overthinking it” or to “just let it go,” you already know—it’s not that easy.

How Therapy Can Help

I’m here to help you make sense of all that inner noise.

You don’t need to arrive to therapy with everything figured out. We can begin wherever you are, with whatever you’re holding. This space is just for you to explore what’s going on and start to get a clearer picture of who you are, without the constant self-doubt. It’s about taking the time to listen to yourself—your real self—and trusting that what you feel matters.

It isn't about “fixing” you— it’s about making space for the parts of you that have been carrying too much, and helping you move forward with more clarity and compassion. 

If you're curious about working together, book a free 20 minute introductory call to find out more.

Practice description

Accessible Online Sessions

Therapy is offered via the secure video platform 'Zoom,' allowing you to attend sessions from the comfort of your home and fit them into your busy schedule.

If you're able to travel, I also offer face-to-face sessions in a lovely, peaceful room in Gosforth, Newcastle.


Therapeutic Approach

I aim to create a space where you can be honest, curious, and fully yourself—without pressure or judgement.

Alongside talking therapy, I also offer creative ways of working if that feels helpful—things like guided visualisations, metaphor, or using images and drawing. You don’t have to think of yourself as “creative” for this to be useful. Sometimes, working in this way can help you express what’s hard to put into words.

I also draw on EMDR and parts work—approaches that can support you in working through past experiences and the patterns that still affect you now. These methods can be especially useful when feelings or reactions feel out of proportion, or when something just won’t shift. You don’t need to know anything about these beforehand—we’ll figure out what’s right for you together.

I usually work with clients weekly, at the same time each week. That consistency helps build trust, offers a steady rhythm to the work, and gives you a regular place to come back to yourself.

My first session

Getting Started

Free Introductory Call:

Taking the first step toward healing can feel daunting, but I’m here to support you. I offer a free 20-minute introductory call to discuss what you're looking for and how we might work together. This call gives us the opportunity to see if we’re a good fit and for you to ask any initial questions about the therapeutic process.

First Session:

If we decide to move forward, the first 50-minute session will include gathering information about your history and background. It will also help me understand what you're currently experiencing and how it affects your life and relationships. You'll also receive my Welcome Pack, which includes my Therapy Agreement and Privacy Notice.

Ready to get started?

Find out more or book your free 20-minute introductory call, by visiting: www.sadiemavarani.com

What I can help with

Abuse, ADD / ADHD, Anxiety, Bereavement, Cultural issues, Depression, Health related issues, Identity issues, LGBTQ+ counselling, Loss, Neurodiversity, Phobias, Post-traumatic stress, Pregnancy related issues, Redundancy, Relationships, Self esteem, Service veterans, Sexual identity, Sexuality, Stress, Trauma, Women's issues, Work related issues

Types of therapy

Brief therapy, Creative therapy, Humanistic, Integrative, Person centred, Psychodynamic, Relational, Transactional analysis

Clients I work with

Adults, Older adults, Trainees

How I deliver therapy

Long term sessions, Long-term face-to-face work, Online therapy, Short term sessions, Short-term face-to-face work, Time-limited

Languages spoken

French