Samantha Salmon

I am available Monday to Friday and Saturday mornings.

I work mainly by phone or over Zoom and am able to offer some F2F sessions.

If you're feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or anxious.

You're not alone.

Life can be hard, and it has its ups and downs. You may be feeling an overwhelming sadness through a bereavement or relationship breakdown, having sleepless nights due to worry.

You don't have to deal with how you feel on your own; having a space to talk can make all the difference.

I have over thirty years of experience supporting individuals to navigate self-doubt and, with a clear head, make life changes

In our work together, I will support you to find your real self and what holds you back and help you challenge unhelpful thought patterns and beliefs.

My modality is integrated, my background being person-centered, integrated with CBT and solution-focused and mindfulness. I work with long- and short-term counseling.

Over the many years of working, I have counselled young people and adults from many different backgrounds and cultures. with symptoms of stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse/rape, bullying, & coping with grief and loss.

I have worked with people with dementia, mental health issues, challenging behavior, and neurodiversity. I was a mentor at a university, and I have worked in EAPs for seven years, five of them in management running a counseling helpline.

My specialism is domestic abuse, with over fifteen years working in the field and a qualification as an IDVA and a level 3 in safeguarding.

I will work with you to gain an understanding of yourself and how you interact with others. Also to gain an understanding of your issues and how to move forward.

Building on your confidence and self-esteem.

I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths within you that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. It takes courage to seek out support and take the first steps towards change. I am here to support and empower you in that journey and work towards a more fulfilling and happier life.

I will work with you to gain an understanding of yourself , and how you interact with others. Also to gain an understanding of your issues and how to move forward.

You may feel nervous starting therapy; I offer a safe, nonjudgmental space to allow you to be open and honest and understand your feelings.

Together we will work at your pace, one step at a time, setting goals that matter to you, whether building relationships or personal goals.

Firstly, I will offer a 15-minute phone call to make sure you understand what counselling is and that we are a positive match.

In the first session, I will complete an assessment to gain an understanding of where you are in your journey  and what has brought you to counselling. I will explain about confidentiality and the limitations of this.

I am available Monday to Friday and some Saturday mornings.

I work online and have some availability for F2F.

I have been counselling for over thirty years and have worked in many different organizations. I have a lot of knowledge and experience in mental health and neurodiversity, and I specialize in domestic abuse.

I am a BACP-accredited counsellor with over 30 years’ experience, with the last few years in private practice. I hold a Level 6 Certificate in Counselling Supervision and have worked with practitioners at all stages of their careers."

My supervision style is collaborative and integrative, drawing on person-centered, CBT, solution-focused, and mindfulness approaches. I encourage open dialogue, critical reflection, and creative problem-solving, always with a focus on ethical and safe practice. I also use the Hawkins’ Seven-Eyed Model, both theoretically and in practice.

I also have a Certificate in Online & Telephone Counselling

I offer a supportive, reflective space where you can explore your practice with honesty, curiosity, and confidence. My aim is to help you grow as a practitioner while safeguarding your well-being and your clients’ best interests. I also have a level 3 in safeguarding.

I also work as a critical incident responder.

I work with trainee and qualified counsellors from a range of modalities, including those working with adults and young people

If you’re looking for a safe, encouraging space to reflect on your work and develop your practice, I’d be happy to arrange an initial conversation to see if we’re a good fit.