Amy Sayer

I currently have availability for in-person, online and phone based work.

Let’s start by acknowledging that going to therapy can feel slightly terrifying; understanding all the jargon, trawling through dozens of therapist profiles and then trusting a stranger not just with your life story, but probably some of the most difficult parts of it.

I know this (and so does any other well-qualified therapist) because having lots of therapy is a core part of our training. The benefit of this hands-on experience is that I understand the huge importance of working with whatever brings you to therapy gently, respectfully and without judgement.

Research shows that a good, trusted client-therapist relationship is the single most important factor in determining positive change, so getting a sense of how well you ‘click’ with your therapist is an important first step.

If we both feel the fit is right, we’ll work together to understand the experiences, thoughts, feelings and behaviours that are causing you distress. This part is essential and although it can sometimes be painful, my experience is that clients are often surprised to find they rather enjoy the process of understanding themselves better.

In terms of creating the changes you want, we’ll work in an Integrative and holistic way on psychological, emotional and perhaps spiritual levels, as well as practical and behavioural ones.

Integrative therapy means drawing on different therapeutic approaches, depending on the client's needs. The models I tend to favour are Person Centred, Existential and Body-Informed.

In other words, your individual, unique needs will guide the process and we may explore some fascinating but accessible teachings from philosophy to help you make sense of your experience.

Finally, I have ten years experience as a yoga and meditation teacher (including specialist training for stress, trauma and burnout) so am happy to help you incorporate breath-work, mindfulness and somatic techniques to re-balance on a physical level if this is of interest.

In terms of my experience so far, I’ve worked in the charity sector supporting survivors of sexual abuse and for a busy counselling service supporting a broad range of clients. Currently, I run a busy private practice working with adult clients.

I've completed specialist training in working therapeutically with Couples through the Grove Practice in London. I also undertake regular professional trainings / CPD and monthly clinical supervision with a highly experienced, senior psychotherapist qualified to oversee both my individual and couples' work.

I’m a Registered Member of the British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy and am fully insured and DBS checked.

Besides an Advanced Diploma in Integrative Counselling, I also have a Philosophy BA Hons. degree, a Teaching Diploma from the British Wheel of Yoga, lots of life experience, a good sense of humour and a genuine passion for therapeutic work.

I'm experienced working both in-person and also via video or phone call. I'm often asked which is 'best' and the simple answer is the one that's most comfortable and practical for you.

You may want to work in a hybrid way, coming along to sessions in-person when you can and working remotely when you can't, or booking in a few sessions in-person so we can get to know each other 'in the room' and then moving to phone/online when you feel more familiar and comfortable working with me.

My evening sessions are more limited and tend to be busiest, so may involve joining a waitlist. I work with a strictly limited caseload at any one time so I can offer my best time, energy, attention and flexibility.

I usually offer a free, no obligation initial phone or video call, which offers an opportunity for you to ask questions, get a sense of my approach, share a little about the support you’re looking for and for me to ensure I’ve got the right training and experience to help before you commit.

Once we agree to work together, we'll make a time to meet in whatever mode you prefer and I'll provide you with my client agreement and some background information on the therapeutic process.

Our first session will be an initial counselling assessment where we'll have more time to explore what brings you to therapy and what you hope to gain from the process.

We'll agree on how frequently you'd prefer to meet (weekly or fortnightly depending on what's practical for you) and we'll also talk about how many sessions you'd like to commit to before reviewing.

Please be assured this process is a conversation not an interrogation and we'll work at whatever pace feels comfortable for you. Equally, if you feel I'm not the therapist for you following our first meeting, please let me know and I'll be happy to signpost you on your search for the one who is. 

I currently have availability for in-person, online and phone based work.

Let’s start by acknowledging that going to therapy can feel slightly terrifying; understanding all the jargon, trawling through dozens of therapist profiles and then trusting a stranger not just with your life story, but probably some of the most difficult parts of it.

I know this (and so does any other well-qualified therapist) because having lots of therapy is a core part of our training. The benefit of this hands-on experience is that I understand the huge importance of working with whatever brings you to therapy gently, respectfully and without judgement.

Research shows that a good, trusted client-therapist relationship is the single most important factor in determining positive change, so getting a sense of how well you ‘click’ with your therapist is an important first step.

If we both feel the fit is right, we’ll work together to understand the experiences, thoughts, feelings and behaviours that are causing you distress. This part is essential and although it can sometimes be painful, my experience is that clients are often surprised to find they rather enjoy the process of understanding themselves better.

In terms of creating the changes you want, we’ll work in an Integrative and holistic way on psychological, emotional and perhaps spiritual levels, as well as practical and behavioural ones.

Integrative therapy means drawing on different therapeutic approaches, depending on the client's needs. The models I tend to favour are Person Centred, Existential and Body-Informed.

In other words, your individual, unique needs will guide the process and we may explore some fascinating but accessible teachings from philosophy to help you make sense of your experience.

Finally, I have ten years experience as a yoga and meditation teacher (including specialist training for stress, trauma and burnout) so am happy to help you incorporate breath-work, mindfulness and somatic techniques to re-balance on a physical level if this is of interest.

In terms of my experience so far, I’ve worked in the charity sector supporting survivors of sexual abuse and for a busy counselling service supporting a broad range of clients. Currently, I run a busy private practice working with adult clients.

I've completed specialist training in working therapeutically with Couples through the Grove Practice in London. I also undertake regular professional trainings / CPD and monthly clinical supervision with a highly experienced, senior psychotherapist qualified to oversee both my individual and couples' work.

I’m a Registered Member of the British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy and am fully insured and DBS checked.

Besides an Advanced Diploma in Integrative Counselling, I also have a Philosophy BA Hons. degree, a Teaching Diploma from the British Wheel of Yoga, lots of life experience, a good sense of humour and a genuine passion for therapeutic work.

I'm experienced working both in-person and also via video or phone call. I'm often asked which is 'best' and the simple answer is the one that's most comfortable and practical for you.

You may want to work in a hybrid way, coming along to sessions in-person when you can and working remotely when you can't, or booking in a few sessions in-person so we can get to know each other 'in the room' and then moving to phone/online when you feel more familiar and comfortable working with me.

My evening sessions are more limited and tend to be busiest, so may involve joining a waitlist. I work with a strictly limited caseload at any one time so I can offer my best time, energy, attention and flexibility.

I usually offer a free, no obligation initial phone or video call, which offers an opportunity for you to ask questions, get a sense of my approach, share a little about the support you’re looking for and for me to ensure I’ve got the right training and experience to help before you commit.

Once we agree to work together, we'll make a time to meet in whatever mode you prefer and I'll provide you with my client agreement and some background information on the therapeutic process.

Our first session will be an initial counselling assessment where we'll have more time to explore what brings you to therapy and what you hope to gain from the process.

We'll agree on how frequently you'd prefer to meet (weekly or fortnightly depending on what's practical for you) and we'll also talk about how many sessions you'd like to commit to before reviewing.

Please be assured this process is a conversation not an interrogation and we'll work at whatever pace feels comfortable for you. Equally, if you feel I'm not the therapist for you following our first meeting, please let me know and I'll be happy to signpost you on your search for the one who is. 

I currently have availability for in-person, online and phone based work for both individuals and couples

Let’s start by acknowledging that going to therapy can feel slightly terrifying; understanding all the jargon, trawling through dozens of therapist profiles and then trusting a stranger not just with your life story, but probably some of the most difficult parts of it.

I know this (and so does any other well-qualified therapist) because having lots of therapy is a core part of our training. The benefit of this hands-on experience is that I understand the huge importance of working with whatever brings you to therapy gently, respectfully and without judgement.

Research shows that a good, trusted client-therapist relationship is the single most important factor in determining positive change, so getting a sense of how well you ‘click’ with your therapist is an important first step.

If we both feel the fit is right, we’ll work together to understand the experiences, thoughts, feelings and behaviours that are causing you distress. This part is essential and although it can sometimes be painful, my experience is that clients are often surprised to find they rather enjoy the process of understanding themselves better.

In terms of creating the changes you want, we’ll work in an Integrative and holistic way on psychological, emotional and perhaps spiritual levels, as well as practical and behavioural ones.

Integrative therapy means drawing on different therapeutic approaches, depending on the client's needs. The models I tend to favour are Person Centred, Existential and Body-Informed.

In other words, your individual, unique needs will guide the process and we may explore some fascinating but accessible teachings from philosophy to help you make sense of your experience.

Finally, I have ten years experience as a yoga and meditation teacher (including specialist training for stress, trauma and burnout) so am happy to help you incorporate breath-work, mindfulness and somatic techniques to re-balance on a physical level if this is of interest.

In terms of my experience so far, I’ve worked in the charity sector supporting survivors of sexual abuse and for a busy counselling service supporting a broad range of clients. Currently, I run a busy private practice working with adult clients. 

I've completed specialist training in working therapeutically with Couples through the Grove Practice in London. I also undertake regular professional trainings / CPD and monthly clinical supervision with a highly experienced, senior psychotherapist qualified to oversee both my individual and couples' work.

I’m a Registered Member of the British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy and am fully insured and DBS checked.

Besides an Advanced Diploma in Integrative Counselling, I also have a Philosophy BA Hons. degree, a Teaching Diploma from the British Wheel of Yoga, lots of life experience, a good sense of humour and a genuine passion for therapeutic work.

I'm experienced working both in-person and also via video or phone call. I'm often asked which is 'best' and the simple answer is the one that's most comfortable and practical for you. 

You may want to work in a hybrid way, coming along to sessions in-person when you can and working remotely when you can't, or booking in a few sessions in-person so we can get to know each other 'in the room' and then moving to phone/online when you feel more familiar and comfortable working with me. 

My evening sessions are more limited and tend to be busiest, so may involve joining a waitlist. I work with a strictly limited caseload at any one time so I can offer my best time, energy, attention and flexibility.

I usually offer a free, no obligation initial phone or video call, which offers an opportunity for you to ask questions, get a sense of my approach, share a little about the support you’re looking for and for me to ensure I’ve got the right training and experience to help before you commit. 

Once we agree to work together, we'll make a time to meet in whatever mode you prefer and I'll provide you with my client agreement and some background information on the therapeutic process. 

Our first session will be an initial counselling assessment where we'll have more time to explore what brings you to therapy and what you hope to gain from the process. 

We'll agree on how frequently you'd prefer to meet (weekly or fortnightly depending on what's practical for you) and we'll also talk about how many sessions you'd like to commit to before reviewing. 

Please be assured this process is a conversation not an interrogation and we'll work at whatever pace feels comfortable for you. Equally, if you feel I'm not the therapist for you following our first meeting, please let me know and I'll be happy to signpost you on your search for the one who is.