I am a qualified and experienced integrative counsellor, with over 4 years professional experience. I have experience of working with clients with many different issues, and from all walks of life. My approach brings in theories from person centred, psychodynamic and CBT modalities, adapted to suit each unique client. I believe the relationship between therapist and client is the most important aspect in counselling. If you feel truly heard, unjudged and treated with respect, you will be able to be your true self in our sessions, helping you to gain a better understanding of yourself.
You may be struggling with anxiety, depression, stress, grief, loss, relationships, health, parenting, abuse or trauma. You may be feeling sad, angry, frustrated, lost, misunderstood, or isolated. Or you might not be able to pinpoint exactly how you’re feeling, or what is causing you problems. Counselling is a chance to talk things through, without judgement and without fear or upsetting anyone or worrying about other people’s feelings. It's a time to focus solely on you. I will be there to help you unravel your thoughts and feelings, to help you find a way forward.
You may discover that things from the past are still having an impact on you today. I will gently challenge your thought process, exploring why you think, feel and behave in the ways that you do.
If you're suffering with anxiety or panic attacks we can work out what the triggers are, and find ways to calm your body and mind. This will help restore your confidence, enabling you to get back to doing the things you enjoy.
Don't worry if you're feeling a bit nervous, don't know what to expect from counselling or how to start the conversation. I'm really down to earth, easy to talk to, and will always take things at your pace.
Additional areas of focus: Relationship issues, Family conflicts, Trauma and abuse, Grief, Anger management, Career difficulties, Aging and Geriatric Issues, Attachment issues, Autism and Asperger Syndrome, Body image, Caregiver issues and stress, Communication problems, Domestic Violence, Emptiness, Family Problems, Guilt and shame, Isolation / loneliness, Midlife crisis, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Post-traumatic stress, Self-Harm, Self-love, Social anxiety and phobia, Women's issues, Young Adult Issues
Clinical approaches: Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Psychodynamic Therapy
BACP Therapist - Registered Member MBACP #394925
These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Sallie Edwards. We don't pay anyone to provide their review and they are all made voluntarily. Some people's experience receiving therapy with BetterHelp might be different.
Sallie has been incredibly patient and helped me approach difficult topics in a supported way. She has kept to my pace and regularly uses strategic methods to bring me back to a safe head space towards the ends of appointments to keep me safe as i struggle to shift thinking patterns without that trusted intervention.
Written on Apr 24, 2024 after therapy with Sallie for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Sallie is great. Sessions feel like you're being gently guided towards a better version of yourself.
Written on Jan 16, 2024 after therapy with Sallie for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, self esteem, and adhd
Sallie has been amazing soo far we have only had one session but she is a great listener and made me feel at ease right away :) she understands my problems and is keen to help me find solutions and coping mechanisms x
Written on May 25, 2023 after therapy with Sallie for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and career difficulties