Counsellor profile
Sarah Dunn, BACP
Counsellor - Stress and Anxiety
See online counselling options- Stress and anxiety
- Trauma and abuse
- Self esteem
About Sarah
Counsellor Sarah Dunn is a BACP member practising in the United Kingdom with three years of professional experience. She works with people facing stress, anxiety, family difficulties, trauma and abuse, self-esteem concerns and major life changes. Sarah engages with additional issues such as body image, workplace problems, addiction and eating concerns.
Sarah uses straightforward conversation and practical steps to help people manage their immediate worries. She treats sessions as a chance to map out what is causing distress and to try small changes that can make day-to-day life easier. The focus is on what a person wants to change and on gradual progress rather than quick fixes.
Her approach respects the client as the expert on their own life. Sarah listens for strengths and resources that can be used to meet current challenges. She explains ideas clearly and checks in about whether a suggested way of working feels helpful.
In sessions she often discusses ways to cope with anxious thoughts, to reduce stress reactions, and to rebuild confidence after difficult events. She can talk through strategies for improving communication and managing problems at work or within family relationships. Practical exercises and reflections between sessions are offered when they suit the person.
People who come to Sarah can expect a calm, direct style and an emphasis on practical tools. She will explore what matters most and help set realistic steps forward. To start, people complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session.
Therapeutic approaches and online counselling
Sarah works with evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on changing unhelpful thought patterns and on practical coping skills. One common approach looks at the link between thoughts, feelings and behaviours and offers ways to respond differently to anxious or stressful thoughts. This helps when worry gets in the way of day-to-day tasks.Another approach concentrates on skills for managing strong emotions and reducing reactivity after traumatic events. It teaches grounding exercises, pacing strategies and methods to rebuild routine and confidence following distressing experiences.
Choosing the right approach is part of the work. Sarah will discuss options with the person and decide together what feels most useful based on needs, goals and preferences. The plan can change as progress is made and as practical concerns arise.
Session formats are not listed on the profile, so please confirm the available options before booking. Online counselling can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, cut travel time and allow shorter check-ins when needed. It can also suit people who prefer not to be on camera or who need the convenience of remote appointments.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
3+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What sorts of problems does she help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, family issues, trauma and abuse, self-esteem and coping with life changes. Additional focus areas include body image, addiction, eating issues and workplace problems.
What is her way of working in sessions?
She uses straightforward conversation and practical steps to identify causes of distress and try small, manageable changes. Exercises between sessions may be suggested when helpful.
How much experience does she have?
She has three years of professional experience working with the concerns listed on her profile.
Which professional body is she a member of?
She is a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, shown as BACP on her profile.
In which languages are sessions offered?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
She is not currently accepting international clients.
What session formats are available?
Please confirm current session options before booking, as formats are not specified on the profile.
How are fees and the subscription handled?
Fees vary with location and sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
Details come from information the counsellor supplied to BetterHelp. A membership or registration can be checked on the professional body's own register.
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