- Relationship issues
- Trauma and abuse
- Low self esteem
About Sally
Sally Gardner is a BACP-registered counsellor practising in the United Kingdom with seven years of professional experience. She works with people facing stress, anxiety, relationship difficulties, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues and low self-worth. Sally also supports those dealing with grief, addiction, mood disorders and life transitions.
She trained as a mental health nurse before moving into counselling, and draws on that background when talking through current struggles. Her work often looks at how earlier experiences shape present patterns, particularly where childhood wounds affect confidence and closeness with others. She commonly helps people understand why they react in certain ways in relationships.
Sally uses several approaches in sessions, including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, attachment-based ideas and client-centred listening. She also uses Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and skills from Dialectical Behaviour Therapy when helpful. These methods are used to build practical ways of coping, noticing unhelpful thoughts and trying new behaviours.
Sessions are conversational and aim to develop clearer thinking and more choice in day-to-day life. She will talk with each person about what they want from counselling and agree how to proceed. People who are unsure what to expect often start by describing the most pressing problem and then set small goals.
Her practice covers many concerns common in early adulthood, including work stress, relationship starts and endings, identity questions and managing change. If you’re considering counselling, follow the site steps to match and book an initial session.
Approaches used and what online sessions offer
Sally draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Attachment-Based Therapy in her work. ACT focuses on identifying values and taking actions that matter, even when difficult feelings are present, and can help with anxiety, low mood and feeling stuck. Attachment-Based Therapy looks at how early relationships influence current connection patterns and helps people understand closeness, trust and repeated reactions.Finding the right approach is part of the process. Sally works collaboratively to decide what methods fit the client's needs and goals. She will listen to what is most important and suggest practical steps, adjusting the plan as sessions progress.
The biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm current options before booking. Many people find remote sessions useful for fitting counselling around study, work and travel. Online work can make it easier to have a shorter check-in on a busy day, reduce time spent travelling, or avoid being on camera if that feels difficult. Registered or accredited professionals, including counsellors and therapists, commonly adapt tools from ACT and attachment work to online sessions so therapy can still include talking, skill practice and reflective exercises.
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Experience
7+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she help with?
Sally works with stress, anxiety, relationship problems, trauma and intimacy-related issues. She also supports people with grief, addiction, mood concerns and life changes.
How would she approach my anxiety or low self-worth?
She uses a mix of practical therapies such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy to notice thoughts and try different actions. Sessions include talking through patterns and practicing coping skills.
What is her professional background?
She has seven years of professional experience and a background as a registered mental health nurse before moving into counselling. That clinical experience informs her practical way of working.
Where is she based and what credential does she hold?
She is based in the United Kingdom and is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP).
Can I work with her if I live outside the UK?
International clients are accepted. Sessions are offered in English.
What session formats are available?
Please confirm current session options before booking, as the biography does not list specific formats. Check the booking steps on the site for details.
How does pricing work?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time. Check the site for the exact fees that apply to your region.
How do I get started?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session through the site.
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