Sadie Thompson

Currently no availability from 5:00pm.

Limited daytime availability.

Online EMDR Therapist, Accredited Integrative Psychotherapist, CCAPT Anxiety Therapist and Clinical Supervisor.

If you're thinking about therapy, possibly for the first time, the next hurdle is finding the right person for you and this can feel like a big one! There are lots of us therapists out there so I stay true to myself and how I work and provide as much information as I can, so that you can make an informed choice, either way, that you feel confident with.

Why Might You Be Here?

Are you feeling adrift from yourself, anxious, stressed or low? It may be that you are functioning in areas of your life - working, socialising, coping - but perhaps there is something deeper going on that you don't understand or have never opened up about.

I support individuals coping with a variety of life challenges and whether it's something long-standing or recent - burnout, addiction, relationships, self-sabotage, identity, ruminating, anger, loss or body image - we will work together so that ultimately, you feel better. My goal is to support you in being your authentic self and empowering you to make choices that will enable you to live the life that you want.

EMDR is particularly effective for treating PTSD and C-PTSD (relational/attachment trauma) and their symptoms - emotional dysregulation, flashbacks, negative thoughts and mood, dissociation, avoidance behaviours, intrusive thoughts, inability to relax or concentrate.

I integrate this approach with psychodynamic, polyvagal and parts work (for example IFS) as I find these approaches are a natural fit for safe and effective trauma recovery and working with 'stuck' nervous system fight, flight, freeze responses.

What Therapy With Me Is Like

I understand that starting the process of attending therapy can be daunting which is why I ensure you are fully supported, accepted and free to express a full range of feelings where you can feel truly heard and validated.

You do not need to arrive at each session knowing what to say or even with full awareness of what it is you need to bring to feel better. If you have had traumatic experiences with details that you do not want to talk about, we can use a specific EMDR script that does not require disclosure, so you can still benefit from the approach.

We will work out together, where you are at, how you got here and where you would like to be and what you are holding onto that is preventing you getting there: whether it's fear, guilt, shame, not knowing who you really are or self-sabotage.

I will be here to deepen understanding and insight into how your past experiences and history might be contributing to both your distress in the present and to any future worries. Together, we will create a space for you to be more authentic, whole and balanced.

Whether you are looking for sustained change, deeper understanding or solutions to current difficulties, I am here to help.

I offer a free 20 minute introductory session where we can discuss your needs and what you would like to gain from counselling or EMDR, address any questions or concerns you may have and establish if we connect enough and feel comfortable together to proceed.

Please see my website for more information on my approach, my fees and if you are a veteran seeking support.

No availability beyond 5:00pm. Limited daytime availability.

Are you feeling stuck, anxious, stressed or low?  Do certain feelings or thoughts cause you distress? Is an inner critic sabotaging you? Maybe you are struggling with anger or guilt or find it hard to assert yourself. Or you might be navigating relationship challenges, ADHD, trauma, low self-worth or a general feeling that your life is unrewarding. 

There are many reasons why our wellbeing and life satisfaction can be impaired and it can be difficult to implement change unless we have the understanding and awareness of where and how we can make these changes. Developing a more accurate understanding of yourself and circumstances from the clarity and insight that counselling provides, opens up new possibilities and empowers you to make effective changes. 

Therapy is most effective when we feel safe enough to express ourselves fully, free of any fear of judgement or criticism. Together, we'll work to make sense of what is happening for you,  how your experiences and history influence your life, often in unsuspecting ways, helping you to discover more resilience and creativity so that you feel confident and resourced for whatever life sends your way.

I understand that choosing the right therapist can feel daunting with so much choice, so I offer a a free initial 20 minute consultation where we can explore what you would like to gain from counselling and if we could be a good fit. If I feel my approach is not suitable for you, I will advise you during our discussion and if you feel it would be helpful, assist you in considering alternative sources of support.

I'm an experienced BACP Accredited Psychotherapist, EMDR Practitioner and Clinical Supervisor who undertakes continuous development & training.

My initial training was in psychodynamic therapy and over the years I have integrated additional training into my practice so that I can offer you the most up-to-date interventions and skills and tailor my approach so you get maximum benefit from your sessions. 

I am also a Certified Clinical Anxiety Treatment Professional (CCATP) and have further certifications for DBT, ADHD and working with Complex Trauma.

I work within the BACP ethical framework, attend ongoing professional development and undertake regular, separate supervision in EMDR and Psychotherapy in order to maintain the professional standards required to practise safely, effectively and professionally. 

Our first session is the beginning of us building together a shared understanding of your concerns. From here, each session is tailored around your needs and goals to help you get maximum benefit from your sessions. If you are seeking EMDR therapy, please see my website for more details. 

I work online for my London clients. 

No availability at present.

Would you like to feel more resourced to handle the challenges that you are currently facing? Feel an inner confidence that you've got what it takes? Trust that you might not feel that way now but maybe it's possible?

I support adults and young people age 16 and over who are coping with a variety of issues that are causing distress or frustration.  Maybe you are navigating anxiety, depression, or body dysmorphia. Or do self sabotage traits like people pleasing leave you struggling with feelings of guilt and make setting healthy boundaries difficult? Maybe you have a strong inner critic or your relationships feel unrewarding or stressful?

Whether you are looking for sustained change, deeper understanding or solutions to current difficulties, I am here to help.

I work in a collaborative way as I believe that you have within you an innate wisdom and capacity to grow and reach your full potential. Therapy works best when we feel safe enough to bring what we need to without fear of judgement. In the context of this relationship we will develop an understanding of how your experiences and history influence your life, often in unsuspecting ways and how you can apply new insights and understanding in the most effective ways, leaving you feeling resourced and confident to manage whatever life brings your way.

I am a fully accredited psychotherapist and clinical supervisor and I specialise in working with anxiety, depression, complex trauma and relationship challenges. I am a Certified Clinical Anxiety Treatment Professional (CCATP) and have further certifications for DBT, ADHD and working with complex trauma.

I offer a free initial 20 minute telephone consultation to help you decide if I might be the right therapist for you. If I feel alternative approaches would better suit your presenting issue, I will advise you during our discussion and if you would like, suggest alternatives that would be a better fit your requirements.

Our first session is always about getting to know each other and beginning to develop that all important relationship. From there, each session is customised around your needs and goals to help you optimise your sessions. Please leave your contact telephone number when you submit an initial enquiry as sometimes my email replies are sent to spam. I always send a confirmation text when I have replied to you. Thank you.

Currently no evening availability.  Limited daytime availability.

Online EMDR Therapist, Accredited Integrative Psychotherapist, CCAPT Anxiety Therapist  and Clinical Supervisor.

If you're thinking about therapy, possibly for the first time, the next hurdle is finding the right person for you and this can feel like a big one! There are lots of us therapists out there so I stay true to myself and how I work and provide as much information as I can, so that you can make an informed choice, either way, that you feel confident with.

Why Might You Be Here?

Are you feeling adrift from yourself, anxious, stressed or low? It may be that you are functioning in areas of your life - working, socialising, coping - but perhaps there is something deeper going on that you don't understand or have never opened up about.  

I support individuals coping with a variety of life challenges and whether it's something long-standing or recent - burnout, addiction, relationships, self-sabotage, identity, ruminating, anger, loss or body image - we will work together so that ultimately, you feel better. My goal is to support you in being your authentic self and empowering you to make choices that will enable you to live the life that you want.

EMDR is particularly effective for treating PTSD and C-PTSD (relational/attachment trauma) and their symptoms - emotional dysregulation, flashbacks, negative thoughts and mood, dissociation, avoidance behaviours, intrusive thoughts, inability to relax or concentrate. 

I integrate this approach with psychodynamic, polyvagal and parts work (for example IFS) as I find these approaches are a natural fit for safe and effective trauma recovery and working with 'stuck' nervous system fight, flight, freeze responses.

What Therapy With Me Is Like

I understand that starting the process of attending therapy can be daunting which is why I ensure you are fully supported, accepted and free to express a full range of feelings where you can feel truly heard and validated. 

You do not need to arrive at each session knowing what to say or even with full awareness of what it is you need to bring to feel better.  If you have had traumatic experiences with details that you do not want to talk about, we can use a specific EMDR script that does not require disclosure, so you can still benefit from the approach.

We will work out together, where you are at, how you got here and where you would like to be and what you are holding onto that is preventing you getting there: whether it's fear, guilt, shame, not knowing who you really are or self-sabotage.

I will be here to deepen understanding and insight into how your past experiences and history might be contributing to both your distress in the present and to any future catastrophisation. We will create a space for you to be more authentic, whole and balanced.

 Whether you are looking for sustained change, deeper understanding or solutions to current difficulties, I am here to help.

 I offer a free 20 minute introductory session where we can discuss your needs and what you would like to gain from EMDR, address any questions or concerns you may have and establish if we connect enough and feel comfortable together to proceed.

Limited availability prior to 5:00pm

Supervision is an integral part of working ethically and effectively as a counsellor and psychotherapist. I believe in creating a safe, supportive supervisory environment where you can explore and develop your practice and achieve your professional goals.

My approach is to primarily provide the safety you need to bring what you really need to bring without fear of judgement, so that you can grown and learn, not just as a professional but as an individual. I want your supervision be a place of support, learning, growth and challenge, where all of your work can be brought and reflected on.

In my supervision practice, I work using the seven eyed model of supervision which provides many effective angles of how we approach your supervision together so that you gain maximum benefit from the process. It also enables me to offer supervision for many different modalities as it has an expansive perspective that transcends specific modalities to encompass everything that is occurring in the therapeutic space.

I am a fully accredited counsellor, psychotherapist and supervisor. My core training is psychodynamic but since qualifying have trained extensively in trauma interventions and use an integrative approach. I specialise in working with anxiety, depression, relational challenges, trauma and neurodiversity. I established my private practice in 2019 and prior to that gained experience working with bereavement and domestic abuse.

I offer a free initial 20 minute consultation to talk through the different option available to you and I would encourage you to think about the personal qualities you would want from your supervisor. I offer online sessions in addition to providing face-to-face sessions from my office in Chesterfield.

Please feel free to get in touch if you would like to know more about how I work and what I have to offer you.