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Sarah Tolley, NCPS

UK counsellor specializing in trauma and relationships
  • Stress and anxiety
  • Couples and relationships
  • LGBTQ+ and transgender

About Sarah Tolley

Sarah Tolley is a licensed counsellor practicing in the United Kingdom who brings a decade of experience to her work and holds the NCPS credential, a professional counselling designation. She has combined time in private practice with roles in educational settings, supporting pupils through difficulties ranging from low mood to suicidal thinking. Her practice has also included work with couples facing emotional and intimate challenges, offering a space for both partners to communicate and be heard.

Over the course of her career she has worked with people from diverse socioeconomic, ethnic, and religious backgrounds and has substantial experience supporting members of the LGBTQ+ community, including transgender clients. She emphasizes empowering individuals through mindfulness and practical strategies that build self-esteem, life script awareness, and self-belief to help people move toward a calmer sense of self-worth.

Sarah has worked with adolescents and adults alike and applies a professional yet approachable manner in every setting. She draws on a solution-focused approach when appropriate and creates a thoughtful environment for couples to explore their relationship concerns. Her practice aims to combine empathy with practical tools to support lasting personal growth.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, AnxietyTrauma and abuseAnger managementSelf esteemDepression

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureBlended family issuesBody imageCodependencyCommitment issuesControl issuesDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily problemsFatherhood issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHoardingImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunctionSexualitySmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Gottman Method Hypnotherapy Jungian Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Sarah Tolley have?

Sarah Tolley has 10 years of experience.

Is Sarah Tolley a licensed therapist?

Yes. She is a licensed counsellor in the United Kingdom and holds the NCPS credential, a professional counselling designation. No further license details were provided.

In which languages does Sarah Tolley provide therapy?

Sarah Tolley provides therapy in English.

Where is Sarah Tolley located?

Sarah Tolley is located in the United Kingdom.

How can I work with Sarah Tolley as my therapist?

You can work with Sarah Tolley through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Sarah Tolley work with international clients?

Yes, Sarah Tolley works with international clients.

How much does therapy with Sarah Tolley cost?

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Could Online Therapy Be a Good Match?

Many people wonder whether meeting with a therapist online can make a real difference. For common concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, or navigating life changes, online therapy has been shown to be just as effective as traditional in-person sessions.

One of the key advantages is flexibility - clients can connect in the way that suits them best, whether through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or in-app messaging. This adaptability makes it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules and everyday life.

Licensed professionals provide online care, and if someone prefers a different therapeutic fit they can switch to another therapist at any time.

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