Sam Harris, BACP

Sam Harris is a counsellor based in the United Kingdom who uses a client-centred way of working. He focuses on creating a calm, supportive space where people can talk about what’s worrying them. He aims to help people take the first steps towards change and better day-to-day coping.

With three years of experience, Sam has supported people through stress and anxiety, family conflict, trauma and abuse, grief and loss, and depression. He also addresses concerns such as addiction, relationship and intimacy issues, eating and sleeping problems, and challenges linked to parenting and career changes.

Sam uses a blend of approaches including client-centred therapy and cognitive behavioural therapy, alongside psychodynamic and solution-focused ideas, and hypnotherapy where appropriate. He tailors sessions to the person’s situation and preferences rather than applying a one-size-fits-all model.

People who come for help can expect conversations that focus on what matters to them right now. Sam listens, reflects, and works with clients to set practical goals and steps. He also helps people explore past patterns when that feels useful.

He is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, listed as BACP. Sessions are conducted in English and Sam works with adults on a range of life stresses and transitions, including living with health challenges such as chronic illness and cancer-related concerns.

Therapy approaches and how they work online

Client-centred therapy focuses on the person’s experience and priorities, with the counsellor listening and reflecting so clients can find their own solutions and make clearer choices. This approach is useful for people facing life stress, relationship concerns and coping with health challenges.

Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) looks at the links between thoughts, feelings and actions and works with practical steps to reduce anxiety, depression and unhelpful patterns. It often includes short exercises and goal-setting to try between sessions.

Hypnotherapy involves guided relaxation and focused attention to help shift habits, reduce stress reactions and support changes such as improving sleep or managing pain. It can be used alongside talking therapies when the client and therapist agree it may help.

Finding the right approach is part of the work together. Sam will discuss options, try methods that fit the client’s goals, and adapt the plan as things change. The process is collaborative and based on what feels most helpful for each person.

Session formats are not specified in the biography, so please confirm current options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and mean people do not need to travel for an appointment. Registered or accredited professionals can also suggest which way of working will best suit practical needs and day-to-day routines.