Sarah Johnson, NCPS

Sarah Johnson NCPS is a counsellor based in the United Kingdom who has practised for six years. She trained in therapeutic counselling and works with people facing a wide range of difficulties. She aims to make the first contact straightforward and respectful for anyone feeling worried or unsure about therapy.

Her background includes a BSc (Hons) in Therapeutic Counselling and a diploma in counselling children and adolescents. Over six years she has worked with people across many life stages on issues such as low self-esteem, anxiety and depression, trauma and abusive relationships, addiction and self-harm, and concerns around body image and eating. She also supports people managing complex situations like chronic illness, caregiver stress, grief and major life changes.

In sessions she uses practical, evidence-informed methods. Cognitive behavioural therapy, client-centred approaches and mindfulness are part of her toolkit. She also draws on existential and solution-focused ideas to help people clarify values and set small, achievable goals.

Sarah describes her style as warm and non-judgemental. She aims to listen carefully and help people move at a pace that feels manageable. Many people come with worries about relationships, parenting, intimacy and identity, and she works to make those conversations easier to hold.

If someone wants to start, the usual route is to use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire and then schedule according to therapist availability. International clients may be accepted, and sessions are conducted in English.

How these approaches shape online sessions

Client-centred therapy puts the person's own experience at the heart of sessions. The counsellor follows what matters most to the person, reflecting back what they say and helping them feel heard. This approach can help people who need a steady, empathetic space to make sense of difficult feelings.

Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) focuses on practical steps to change unhelpful thoughts and behaviours. It often involves trying small tasks between sessions and learning tools to manage anxiety, low mood or unhelpful habits. CBT can be useful for people who want clear strategies and short-term goals.

Mindfulness therapy teaches simple attention and breathing practices to reduce reactivity and improve day-to-day coping. It can help with stress, sleep problems and managing persistent worry by building brief, repeatable exercises into daily life.

Finding the right approach is usually a shared process. The counsellor will discuss goals and preferences and suggest ways to blend methods to suit each person. That collaborative conversation helps identify which techniques to try first and how to adjust them over time.

Session formats are not specified in the profile, so confirm current options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, reduce travel time and allow shorter check-ins when needed. It can also make it simpler to continue support after a major life change, while the counsellor and client agree practical arrangements together.