Sarah Porritt, BACP

Sarah Porritt is a counselling therapist with more than 10 years of experience supporting adults, young people and families. She is a registered member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP), which guides her work with a clear professional and ethical framework. Sarah offers a calm, down-to-earth presence where clients can explore thoughts, feelings and life events without judgement.

Her practice draws on evidence-informed methods including cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), person-centred therapy and mindfulness, blended with a compassionate, practical style. She works with people facing anxiety, stress and overthinking, as well as those experiencing low mood, depression or lack of motivation. Relationship difficulties, communication problems, self-esteem and confidence issues, and challenges linked to life transitions or loss are also areas of focus.

In sessions Sarah aims to listen deeply and help clients feel understood while equipping them with tools to manage difficulties and build resilience. She approaches therapy as a collaborative process, accompanying people as they work toward clearer thinking, improved coping and meaningful change.

Evidence-informed approaches offered online

Sarah commonly uses cognitive behavioural therapy, which helps people identify unhelpful thinking and behaviour patterns and develop practical strategies to manage anxiety, low mood and stress. This approach often includes working on thoughts, routines and problem-solving skills to reduce overwhelm.

She also draws on person-centred therapy, a collaborative method that prioritises the client’s experience and promotes self-awareness, self-acceptance and personal growth. This approach can be particularly helpful for relationship issues, self-esteem concerns and navigating life transitions.

Mindfulness practices are used alongside these approaches to support emotional regulation and present-moment awareness, offering tools for managing rumination and enhancing coping skills.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Sarah works with each person to identify the best fit based on their needs, goals and preferences, adapting techniques as the relationship and goals evolve. This collaborative stance helps tailor the work to what matters most to the client.

Online therapy with Sarah is available by video call, phone, live chat or text-based messaging, providing flexibility for people with busy schedules, caregiving responsibilities or mobility limits. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care and access support from home or other convenient locations while working with a registered professional.