Welcome to Sarah Burton Counselling
"Be Yourself. Everyone else is already taken."
Oscar Wilde
Hello and welcome, thank you for visiting Sarah Burton Counselling. I am a counsellor providing both short- and long-term therapy to adult individuals across the UK with online sessions using a secure platform.
One to one counselling in a friendly, private setting
Life can throw a lot at us sometimes, we may feel overwhelmed, alone, anxious, stressed…to name but a few, as well as maybe not knowing or understanding how we feel in any given moment or situation. Reaching out and looking for support from a counsellor is a positive step forward and I understand how important it is to find one who you will feel comfortable with. Often the hardest move is the decision to start, you're here…making that start and that in itself is very motivating.
Working with me
I offer a friendly, warm hearted approach and together we will open doors to positive change, in a trusty, non-judgemental setting. We will address areas that have a negative knock on effect to your everyday life, whilst also exploring your own inner resources and learning some new ones along the way.
With this in mind, I am able to offer online therapy sessions, working within a highly personalised way, with that being as unique as you are yourself.
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I use a Person-Centred approach in my practice
This approach centres around the idea that we all have a natural drive towards our own bounds of possibilities. Throughout life itself, we come under the influences of certain experiences, situations and/or people, therefore taking us away from our own sense of self, affecting our character as a whole.
As your counsellor we will work together towards reconnecting with your own skillsets and values, building on self-awareness, strengths and your own personal expertise, making headway for welcomed change.
I also may take a Trauma informed approach to counselling
A large part of trauma-informed counselling involves the normalising of symptoms through the understanding that what you may be experiencing are normal responses to abnormal events/situations. This can be very enlightening for people and they can begin to start making sense of this.
"If we change within, our outer life will change also"
Jean Shinoda Bo
Examples of these symptoms may include:
Fear
Numbness
Anger
Shock
Grieving
Panicky Thoughts
Self Blame
Shaking
Dizzy
Hopelessness
Tight chest
THINK
Negativity
flashbacks
headaches
Stomach issues
Depression
Nauseous
Amnesia
Guilt
Dissociation
Anxiety
Dry mouth
FEEL
Rapid heartbeat
Confusion
Hyperactivity
Shame
Suicidal
Lack of concentration
Sweating
Amnesia
Poor memory
Muscular tension
Twitches
Avoiding emotional / physical intimacy
Increased drinking or smoking
Avoidance of reminders on edge
Nightmares
BEHAVIOUR
Confusion
Fear
Numbness
Withdrawn
Self harm
Risky behaviour
Nail biting
Loss of interest in activities
Sleep disturbances
Non stop talking
Changes in eating
Personal neglect
Irritable
Difficulties relating to others
Difficulty trusting
Over working or not turning up
Detachment from others
When a person suffers trauma, they may develop emotional, physical shock or stress.
It is important to understand that these reactions are totally normal natural and common safety mechanisms, your body and mind are reacting to the trauma and can affect how you:
THINK
FEEL
BEHAVE
Working with PTSD
PTSD can develop after exposure to an extreme traumatic event
Complex PTSD can develop from repetitive ongoing trauma
Trauma symptoms may indicate that the body and mind have not yet recognised that a traumatic incident or event is over. This can result in a dysregulated nervous system.
Here lies the foundation for constructive therapy, as the core of this phase focuses on wellbeing, by means of identifying your needs- in particular current day to day symptoms, along with how best to manage these by developing skills. This can be seen as the first step towards gaining or regaining a sense of control and the surfacing of a more compassionate self as a result of understanding the symptoms and impacts of PTSD and Complex PTSD.
Focus will also include developing and building on self-esteem whilst at the same time, heightening healthy connections with others, moving towards your own desired goals of everyday life.
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Training and Memberships
I am a qualified counsellor and registered with the British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapists (BACP)- working with adults from age 18 years and up. I particularly work with stress and anxiety.
I am also a member of the Complex Trauma Institute.
Received Specialist Domestic Abuse Training through Dactari
Level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling
Complex Trauma Institute Training
Certificate in Online and Telephone Counselling
Essentials of Trauma Therapy Certificate
Trauma Informed Practice
Mental Health First Aid for Children & Adolescents
Mental Health First Aid for Adults & Youths
Drug, Solvent & Alcohol Abuse Counselling
Fees & availability
I offer a free 20 minute consultation via a secure platform/or by phone so that we can assess your needs and see if I am the right counsellor for you. I can talk you through the counselling process and answer any questions you may have. After this initial call I will send a welcome pack to all new clients.
Online counselling is a highly convenient and effective way to work when visiting in person is difficult.
Most sessions are weekly/fortnightly so that you can make gradual and steady progress towards your goals. Each session builds on the last, so regular sessions are ideal for making progress. A review will be carried out together after six weeks.
Sessions last 50 minutes at a fee of £50.
Get in touch
Feel free to drop me a line if you have any questions about how counselling works, or to arrange a free 20 minute consultation. This enables us to discuss the reasons you are thinking of coming to counselling, whether it could be helpful for you and whether I am the right therapist to help.
You can also call me on 07881 593118 if you would prefer to leave a message or speak to me first. I am happy to discuss any queries or questions you may have prior to arranging an initial appointment.
What do I do if I need help urgently?
For urgent crisis support please contact the Samaritans on 116123, the NHS on 111, or contact your GP directly.
All enquires are usually answered within 24 hours, and all contact is strictly confidential and uses secure phone and email services.
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