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*** Please find below, testimonials from one to one clients. Some remain anonymous for privacy ***

'Starting counselling with Sandra is one of the best things that I have done for myself. We started speaking almost 4 years ago when I was feeling overwhelmed with life, and since then Sandra has helped me to unpick the things that were overwhelming me as well as provide understanding as to why they might have been overwhelming in the first place. 

There are a number of reasons that I have continued to speak to Sandra. She is welcoming and friendly, yet always professional. I appreciate that sessions can be light hearted when the mood allows, and are not always serious and sombre. 

One of the misconceptions that I had when I started counselling was that my counsellor wouldn’t engage in conversation, but would only ask questions that I would answer. This isn’t the case, and Sandra explains things in a kind and helpful way, often ‘hitting the nail on the head’!

Sandra’s value lies in being the impartial person in my life, and being able to see the bigger picture when I am bogged down in the detail. After the majority of our sessions I come away feeling lighter and as though everything makes a bit more sense, and for that I cannot thank her enough.'

Vicky, September 2023

‘I wasn’t quite sure why I started therapy but just knew I needed some help to dig a bit deeper. My journey with Sandra has been more about self discovery as opposed to healing or bereavement, adversity or other reasons people might associate with therapy. For whatever reason someone might need support, I couldn’t recommend Sandra enough. She is wonderful.

My relationship with counsellors in the past have been short lived and I never found the right chemistry or comfort. Sandra was quickly able to act as the mirror I needed and we have worked through so much I didn’t know I needed! Sandra has given me a safe space to explore so much about me that has changed my life.

Sandra made me feel comfortable immediately and we’ve now been working together for over 2 years. I instantly feel at ease and calm sharing whatever is on my mind with Sandra. Her expertise and experience shines through in every session and I have always felt her kindness and care.

I always have so much to reflect on after my sessions with Sandra and her techniques, advice and expertise help me with how to prioritise my needs , be authentically me, juggle life and find the simple joys!

Sandra’s approach is so personable, cam and I have never once felt like a ‘patient’. I can’t thank Sandra enough for all she’s taught me and supported me with. I now view therapy as how I look at fitness for my body; essential maintenance!

I am so grateful I met Sandra, she is professionally brilliant, and expert in what she does and just utterly lovely.’

Joanne, September 2023

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‘Sandra was always supportive, non judgmental, empathetic and had a great ability to really listen and understand what I was saying/feeling and why. Sandra always made me feel safe and in control of my sessions. Sandra provided me with multiple tools to help minimise the negative, compulsive thought patterns I had been struggling with for as long as I can remember. 

I have and will continue to recommend Sandra to anyone who mentions wanting to start therapy.

Sandra helped me change my life and for that I will always be grateful. Thank you Sandra.’

Nicole, August 2023

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'I worked with Sandra over several months. I was hoping to understand myself better and work out why I made the decisions I made, repeating these even when I knew the outcomes weren’t going to be positive.

She showed patience and kindness in a safe environment, at times when I was completely frustrated with myself, she helped me to show myself kindness.

With her help I was able to see why I made the decisions I did and this understanding helped me to change my thought process. It’s an ongoing challenge, but Sandra gave me the tools to change things and to be kind to myself when I do make mistakes.

It was a journey with lots of ups and downs but one which I was able to learn a lot about myself. Thank you Sandra :-)'

JK, August 2023

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'Sandra has helped me on my journey of the first year as a Level 4 counselling student. I have been able to explore issues in my past and process them with her gentle guidance. This has helped me to write and reflect, bringing a greater sense of healing and acceptance in many areas. I have noticed how my confidence and self-esteem have grown as a result and is now a reflection of my true self. 

Sandra was always thoughtful, kind, and compassionate. She is also very insightful, which has benefitted me both personally and professionally. 

I am very grateful to Sandra and will miss her warm and friendly smile at the beginning of every session.' 

September 2022

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'My counselling journey with Sandra changed my life. I will forever be thankful for the things I have learnt. Even now if I’m having a difficult day I find my self thinking ‘what would Sandra say’. 

I think I could count on one hand how many times I didn’t cry in a session, but Sandra was always kind, compassionate and gave me the space to talk through the thoughts that were whirling around in my head without judgement. 

Sandra taught me how to set boundaries and how to take back my power. This has really been life changing for me. 

Although my journey was incredibly hard at times, I would always feel so much better after our sessions. 

I couldn’t recommend Sandra enough.'

HC, August 2022

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"Sandra was there to help me during the worst period of my life when no one else was able to. I was severely depressed and had high levels of anxiety. Having sessions with Sandra made me pull through. I cannot thank her enough and would highly recommend Sandra to anyone having similar problems.'

M, April 2022 (Online Counselling)

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'Deciding to go through counselling was a hard decision but the best one I made. Speaking to Sandra was eye opening into how the mind works and how sometimes we are our own worst enemies. Sandra was always there to listen no matter what I had to say and always had a logical explanation for why it might have been I was feeling that way and for that I am so very grateful as it has made the biggest change in my life! I now have the tools to calm my own anxieties and worries. Sandra really is incredible in what she does, and has even inspired me to start a counselling course so I can help people the way she helped me!"

MS, April 2022 (Telephone Counselling)

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"Sandra understood exactly what I was going through. I found the sessions to be beneficial and would recommend Sandra to anyone who believes they need therapy."

Steve, March 2022 (Online Counselling)

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"Sandra has made a really positive impact on an issue that had impacted my day to day life over a number of years. She is pragmatic and yet insightful as to how to reset your unconscious thought processes to achieve the desired result. Her approach is aligned to a journey rather than a thunderbolt and Sandra remains an ever cheerful and encouraging team leader as you move step by step towards your goal. I would recommend anyone thinking about CBT not to be fearful but have a chat with Sandra and you will immediately be put at ease by this expert practitioner in the field; I for one am glad I did."

Paul, September 2021 (Online Counselling)

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"I spoke with Sandra when I was experiencing high anxiety, she really helped me understand why I was feeling the way I was and how to deal with it effectively. I felt very listened to and found it very easy to speak to her about any problem I was facing with no judgement. Additionally, she helped me use many tools that I still use today to help with low moods and anxiety and will carry on using forever. Would highly recommend to anyone."

Becky, August 2021 (telephone counselling)

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"I was so pleased to discover Sandra’s counselling service. Seeking someone who felt genuine, warm hearted and cheerful, I was happy to find these qualities within Sandra. 

It’s clear she loves what she does and that comes across in the time she spends with you. I always felt as though I had Sandra’s full attention, but beyond that she was interested. This made the new experience of opening up to a counsellor feel more natural and relaxed. Her easy going nature makes you feel as though there’s plenty of time to say everything you need to. Sandra has an encouraging and reassuring approach towards counselling. Which ultimately provides the client with a beneficial journey of self discovery. 

Perhaps I should also add, that as a student counsellor myself, I feel as though I’ve observed all the person centred skills that my degree has taught me are central to effective counselling. 

Also, on a practical level, Sandra is very flexible with bookings - which makes fitting counselling into a busy lifestyle that much easier. 

And I’ve been very satisfied with the results. As I see age old concerns that have troubled my mind reduce significantly."

Lisa, June 2021

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"Sandra has helped me to understand myself in a clearer way, helping me see things from different angles and with great care and empathy. I know if I feel I need to have further counselling I will not hesitate to contact Sandra again. Her help has been invaluable. She is honest and takes care to work on the things you want to, with you. I have not hesitation in recommending her."

BF, February 2021

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"I saw Sandra for some sessions last year when I needed support in dealing with a work situation which triggered emotions and feelings that felt painful and almost unbearable. Sandra listened and shared useful techniques and insights that helped me learn to understand my emotions, cope with them, and deal with things in a different way. I learned to make the situation work for me and recognise my own worth and value instead of continuing with negative patterns that caused me more hurt and upset over and over. I managed, with her help, to move on quickly to more productive experiences and better relationships at work. I would recommend the counselling to anyone even if their problems feel hopeless and insurmountable. It was a great help at a difficult time. Things have turned a corner now and I am so grateful for that."

AH, February 2021

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"I started to work with Sandra last October (2020). It was my first experience with counselling and I was a bit apprehensive at first. But after a first session with Sandra I felt great! I feel like we bonded really quickly and I was able to open up to her. I made a great progress in a short space of time especially during this pandemic were my stress level was out of control. I can't recommend Sandra enough. She has a warm and friendly approach and makes you feel really at ease. I really enjoyed working with her."

KJ, January 2021

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“I’ve been seeing Sandra for over two years now and I’ve felt incredibly comfortable around her from the get go. With her support and encouragement I have been able to understand myself more and built myself some effective coping mechanisms. I still have my moments but Sandra always reminds me of how far I have come and how well I am doing. I may not speak to her as regularly as I used to but I’m always able to come to her regardless, which has made my journey so much easier to navigate.”

Kayleigh, September 2020

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“Just a quick note to thank you for your support over the last few months. I found your gentle challenges, empathy and ability to keep up with my rambling stories all combined to create a space that allowed me to really open up which in turn led to a real depth of understanding about myself and what’s going on in my life. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend your services.”

PV, August 2020

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“I was completely at ease throughout the therapy process and it felt like I’d known you for ages because I was so comfortable. The therapy itself has helped me grow so much and uncover a lot about myself and I consider it to be a really valuable experience of my life, something that I’ll look back on in the future.”

Siobhan, July 2020

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“Being my first experience of therapy and being ‘told’ that personal therapy was necessary as part of my counselling diploma, I was apprehensive. Immediately you put me at ease and really allowed me to be myself, share myself and be able to see myself in a different way. I always felt comfortable and in a safe space with no judgement. I am keen to return as part of my counselling journey.”

Denise, July 2020

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“I felt comfortable straight away, and I knew that Sandra was going to help me with my counselling journey. She listened to me and understood me. I was able to to clearly see where my anxieties stemmed from with the help and guidance of talking in a safe and comfortable environment. There was no rush to get me ‘better’ or ‘fixed’. After a couple of bad experiences I was very relieved that I found Sandra. I finally felt like I was on the right path with my anxieties. I very highly recommend, you won’t be disappointed!”

EB, July 2020

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“I saw Sandra for regular counselling sessions and would highly recommend her. She is friendly and very easy to talk to and makes you feel comfortable from the moment you walk through the door. I would suggest anyone to go and see her, she is worth every minute you have with her.”

Kate, February 2020

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“Sandra is patient, kind and empathetic, listening to you and asking questions to fully understand your thoughts and actions. The start is hard, but Sandra helps you cope with these emotions and gives you the tools and techniques to make you realise why you feel the way you do and overcome the challenges you have. For me, personally, it’s been one of the most rewarding and beneficial challenges I’ve ever undertaken and I look forward to continuing my journey.”

Emma, January 2020

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“You got me through the worst time in my life and made me realise who I am and how important it is to have the right people around you.”

CB, January 2020

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“Sandra has helped me in a way that I never expected. I had thought about talking to someone for years, on an off, about something that happened in my childhood, but never acted upon it. I thought what happened to me, all those years ago, wasn’t really affecting me and my day to day life, I thought that I was fairly normal so didn’t see the benefit of bringing it all up. But then things happened which caused me to question my beliefs about my stability and so I sought out a therapist, and found Sandra (and her cats).

During our sessions, I made some revelations that I would never have made on my own. Sandra helped me work out what was really upsetting me, and it wasn’t what I, or anyone who knew me, thought it would be. I had so many opinions from everyone around me that my opinion was lost to me, the truth was lost, but Sandra helped me listen to myself and figure out what the truth was. She helped me realise that I needed to think about myself for a change, actually stick up for myself, to believe in myself and trust my own thoughts and feelings about things because I was important.

Sandra was kind, empathetic and understanding. There were some tears along the way (but she has a ready supply of tissues) I cannot thank her enough for her help, I’ve come on leaps and bounds since our sessions and haven’t felt better about myself and my relationships in years.”

CM, January 2020

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“I contacted Sandra for help with depression and anxiety. Talking to Sandra helped me to filter through all of my thoughts, some of which were very intrusive and repetitive.

Sandra helped me to take a step back, check and challenge my way of thinking. This helped me to view events in a more balanced way. It helped me to realise I tend to see things in a very black/white, wrong/right kind of way and I naturally assume that things are my fault. However, talking to Sandra has helped me not to take on other people’s issues as something I have done wrong and to accept that I am only responsible for my thoughts and actions, not other people’s. Sandra helped me to start standing up for myself.

Sandra is so wonderfully caring and understanding. Unlike some counsellors, Sandra has such a warm personality and genuine approach to people. Sandra never judged me and I was able to discuss some very personal, embarrassing and frightening ideas and events with her. I felt safe in sessions with her. I am very grateful for the difference she made to my life when I was going through some very difficult and painful times.”

NT, December 2019

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“I cannot begin to express my gratitude for the guidance and support you have given me. When I came to you I was in a desperately bad place and together we have built solid foundations for a calm and happy life. I have, and will continue to recommend your services. Thank you :-)”

Anna, August 2019

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“My sessions with Sandra allowed me to air problems, thoughts and quandaries aloud without any fear of judgement. The man I was, with the priorities I had when I went in, was a world away from the man I am now. I now find myself enjoying every moment of my day and have a deeper sense of what is important in life. Seriously, if you need to talk to someone, just do it and frankly Sandra is your lady!

EW, July 2019

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“Thank you Sandra so much for all your help with my reflective writing skills. As a trainee counsellor who was struggling with this required skill set, I was struggling to find resources to help. Your ability to adapt and tailor your writing workshop skills for my specific needs was so appreciated. This has helped me to achieve the additional growth that was needed for me at this stage of my new life journey. I am also so happy that it gave you a new addition to your writing services that you had never dealt with before.”

Darrin, July 2019

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“At a time when I felt under great stress and was having difficulty coping, sessions with Sandra greatly helped me find perspective and a positive way forward. I’d recommend her unreservedly.”

PH, April 2019

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“Would highly recommend Sandra. I saw her at a time where I was at a very low point in my life and just to get everything out and talk to someone really did help. She made me feel comfortable and easy to talk to about difficult subjects. Now, after a few months I really feel much better about my life and it made me look at the bad points in a different way. Can’t thank her enough.”

A, April 2019

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“Sandra, thank you for your help over the last few months. You have helped me considerably and not just given me closure and understanding on a few issues, but helped me to understand myself better and equipped me with new skills and knowledge that are now improving my quality of life and helping me to easily cope with various stressful situations. I can’t praise you enough and would highly recommend you to anyone no matter how big or small their personal problems may be.”

DW, March 2019

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“I went to see Sandra in June 2018, as I was feeling very anxious about everything and couldn’t stop myself from overthinking so much. I knew I needed help but didn’t know where or who to go to. I found Sandra’s details on-line and messaged her. She replied straight away and saw me the same week.

She has helped me in so many ways; the way I think about things and accepting things that have or are still going on in my life. I would definitely recommend Sandra. She made me feel very comfortable and she is very easy to talk to.

I still find myself getting anxious, but I do deal with it very differently now. I will definitely go back to her without hesitation if I find myself creeping back there. Thank you.”

HH, February 2019

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“I can highly recommend Sandra to anyone who is struggling with day to day activities. Sandra has helped me to become stronger for myself and for my family. She is very easy to speak to and really knows how to make me feel relaxed. This, in turn, helps me to be honest and open about my thoughts and feelings.

When we both felt it was time to stop our sessions, I carried on alone with confidence. After a period of time, I felt I needed a little more help and Sandra was there for me once again. It is a real comfort knowing that I can return at any point.”

Alex, February 2019

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“I have been seeing Sandra for over a year as I had terrible issues with anxiety, self harming and suicidal thoughts. Sandra helped me to build on my confidence and self worth which helped to control my urges to self harm. Now during stressful times I’m able to talk myself through the situation and lower my anxiety without self harming. I find Sandra extremely empathetic and easy to open up to, I never feel judged by her. I have seen many therapists throughout my life, but it is Sandra who really stands out as the one that has truly helped me to change my life for the better. She got me to stop running away from my fears and actually face up to them. It is clear this is more than just a job for her, she does this because she truly cares about her patients and I’m so grateful for all of her help. “

Liz, January 2019

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“Working with Sandra, I was able to discuss my fears and negative thoughts in a supportive environment and I felt she understood what I was going through and how I was reacting to situations. Via her techniques, she helped me through a difficult period, for which I am very thankful.”

July 2018

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 “I contacted Sandra to help me with some issues relating to my self-confidence and negative feelings towards my ex-wife. I found Sandra was able to help me question the way I interpreted situations and offer suggestions in a non-judgemental way in order to assist me with changes in my life. She was able to breakdown misconceptions which I had built up and she has given me a more positive approach to my everyday life. The counselling I received was relaxed and informal but targeted to my needs following an initial assessment session. I would thoroughly recommend Sandra to anyone seeking counselling or guidance at a difficult time in their life.”

March 2018

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“Thanks for your counselling. It has made an astronomical positive difference to my day to day life, that I would deem unfathomable 9 months ago. A* Counsellor, would defo recommend to anyone.”

Luke, February 2018

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“I cannot recommend Sandra enough.

I came to Sandra suffering from OCD and anxiety issues, and decided I really needed to address this with a professional. Sandra’s calm, attentive and kind approach really put me at ease whilst discussing my issues.

She provided a really safe environment that put me at ease throughout my therapy sessions. Sandra helped me get to the root of my issues and taught me how to manage them before they got out of control.”

January 2018

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“Sandra is such an understanding person. She gave me the confidence to make the right choices and follow a career path that felt right for me rather than remaining stuck in what felt like an impossible situation. Sandra has helped me to change the course of my life for the better in so many ways and I will feel forever grateful to her for that. Thank you so much for everything.” 

 December 2017

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“You were extremely understanding and helpful, showing me empathy and reassurance. I felt very comfortable sharing my feelings and talking to you. You pointed out to me many positives making me see things from a different perspective enabling me to move forward. I would thoroughly recommend you if I come across anyone who needs to find counselling.” 

 December 2017

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