All About You
Counselling

Helping you find a fresh perspective

Person-Centred Counselling

I am a person-centred counsellor and strongly believe that the trust and acceptance developed between myself and my clients has a strong healing capacity in itself and can lead to positive change. I offer a confidential, secure, and calm space in which we can explore any difficulties or life changes you may be experiencing.

As no two people are the same, we will always work at your pace and adapt the therapy to meet your unique, individual needs. The most important thing is that you feel free to explore your feelings, feel heard and validated in your experience and can achieve a better understanding of yourself.

This may mean looking at the past and letting go of some of the old ideas which hold you back as well as building your self-esteem and ability to trust yourself.

Why People Access Counselling

Whatever is troubling you, talking with somebody who is trained to listen empathically can help you to understand it, find acceptance and make steps towards positive change. Exploring your world through therapy can be beneficial to anyone who is struggling.

There are many reasons why we may access counselling. Sometimes we know the reason, and sometimes we are not sure what is wrong or what needs to change, but we know something is not right. I am here to support you and help you work out what you need moving forward.

Some people access counselling because of a significant life event; however, many people chose to seek therapy when their mood is low, life has become overwhelming, or they are struggling with day-to-day life. Counselling can help with anything that upsets you. The following list is not exclusive-

Addiction
Affairs
Anxiety
Betrayal
Bereavement
Carer support
Chronic pain
Depression

Low self-confidence/esteem
Medical diagnosis
Pregnancy and/or childbirth issues
Problems in the workplace
Relationship problems/breakdown
Self-harm
Separation and divorce

Someone we love becomes ill
Sexual identity issues
Stress
Substance abuse
Suicidal thoughts
Later life problems
Work related stress

My experience of working in different agencies has enabled me to work with a wide range of people, experiencing many different issues. I work with a vast range of issues, including relationship issues, (such as narcissistic relationships), anxiety, depression, chronic pain, disability, addiction, feeling stuck, stress, low self-esteem, bereavement, neurodiversity, and other mental health issues.

Accessing Counselling

Accessing counselling for the first time can be daunting, I am mindful of how overwhelming it can feel so I offer a free initial consultation, either online or on the telephone, lasting up to 30 minutes to establish if we are a good fit to work together. This will be an opportunity to consider how we may work together, discuss what is bringing you to therapy, what areas you would like to work on, and gives you time to ask questions. I can offer short- and long-term therapy, depending on your wants and needs.

Online

Zoom Sessions – Online counselling takes place via Zoom, which is a secure and encrypted service, ensuring the sessions remain confidential. I will send you a link before each session.

Face to Face

Buckhurst Road,

Bexhill on sea

East Sussex

TN40 1QF

Walk & Talk

Once our relationship has been established, I also offer walk and talk therapy (weather permitting) along Bexhill seafront to those who are interested. I can facilitate disabled mobility requirements during walk and talk sessions.

Testimonials

Sam and I clicked from our first session. I found her so easy to talk to and she put me at ease straight away. I felt lighter after our sessions and in time I felt more confident moving forward. She helped me work through issues which enabled me to change what I was not happy with in my life.

When I first went to Sam, I was at the lowest point in my life. I was not even sure counselling would work but I felt I had nothing to lose. I could not have been more wrong. My sessions helped me become aware of what was making me so unhappy. I spoke about things I had never spoken about and for the first time in years I started to like myself and I could see a positive future. My mental health really improved, and I gained an understanding as to why I behaved in certain ways. I would recommend Sam to anyone struggling in any way.

My life has changed so much since my counselling sessions. Ive learnt to deal with my insecurities and self-doubt. I feel more confident and have began making positive changes. Thank you so much!

I really enjoyed my weekly sessions with Samantha, it was refreshing to be able to talk so honestly and openly about private matters. I never felt judged and I always felt incredibly supported. We took things at a pace I was comfortable with and I felt validated. I am so glad I plucked up the courage to start this journey.

All About You Counselling