- Stress and anxiety
- CBT and DBT methods
- Support for LGBT
About Sarah
Sarah Leonard is a BACP counsellor practising in the United Kingdom with 18 years of professional experience. She works with adults on stress, anxiety, depression, relationship struggles, addictions, ADHD and life changes. Sarah also lists support for LGBT concerns, eating issues, parenting pressures and career coaching.
Sarah uses an integrative, client-centred approach. Sessions aim to be straightforward and practical. She draws on cognitive behavioural ideas, dialectical behaviour skills and mindfulness to help people manage difficult thoughts and feelings.
In practice she mixes talking therapy with skills coaching and psychoeducation. That can mean learning simple DBT-based techniques to regulate emotions, trying CBT steps to change unhelpful patterns, or using mindfulness exercises to reduce reactivity. Sarah explains methods clearly and checks they suit each person.
She has worked with a wide range of issues over nearly two decades. That includes addictions, eating and food-related problems, dissociation, mood disorders and obsessive-compulsive behaviours. She also notes experience with gender dysphoria, domestic violence and multicultural concerns.
People who come for help are invited to set clear goals and try practical strategies between sessions. Sarah encourages regular review so the work stays relevant to everyday life. To begin, clients follow the platform steps to match and book an initial session.
How her approaches work in online sessions
Sarah uses client-centred work and cognitive behavioural therapy to shape online sessions. Client-centred therapy focuses on listening and reflecting so people can clarify what matters to them. That approach helps when someone is unsure about next steps in study, work or relationships. CBT looks at thoughts and behaviours and teaches small exercises to reduce anxiety or improve mood, which is useful for exam stress, job worries and feeling stuck.She also uses dialectical behaviour therapy ideas to teach emotion regulation and distress-tolerance skills. DBT-informed techniques are practical - for managing intense feelings, improving relationships and reducing impulsive behaviours. These approaches are presented in clear steps and practised together with the client so they fit day-to-day life.
Choosing the right approach is collaborative. The therapist will discuss goals and try methods that suit the person’s needs and preferences. Over a few sessions they review what helps and adjust the plan. Session formats are not detailed in the biography, so please confirm which online options are currently offered before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions around study, shifts or short breaks, reduce travel time and allow skills practice from everyday settings without needing extra time away from other commitments.
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Therapeutic approaches
Experience
18+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she help with?
She helps people with stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, ADHD, relationship and career issues, and other concerns listed in her profile.
What is her therapeutic style?
She works integratively with a client-centred focus, using CBT, DBT-informed strategies and mindfulness to teach practical skills.
How long has she been practising?
She has 18 years of professional experience in the United Kingdom.
What credential does she hold and where is she based?
She is accredited with the BACP and practices in the United Kingdom.
Can I have sessions in another language or from abroad?
Sessions are offered in English and she is not accepting international clients at this time.
Which session formats are offered?
Session formats are not specified in the biography; please confirm current session options before booking.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I get started?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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