Registration on file

Sarah Willcocks, BACP

Sarah Willcocks is a counsellor with 14 years of professional experience.

About Sarah

Sarah Willcocks is a counsellor with 14 years of professional experience. She works with people facing stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, mood conditions such as bipolar and depression, and problems with addiction. She also supports clients with relationship and intimacy concerns, self-esteem, eating and sleeping difficulties, ADHD, and major life changes.

Her style is warm and interactive. She aims to treat people with compassion, respect and sensitivity while allowing them to set the pace.

Background and approach

Sessions are client-led so people can speak at a speed and depth they find manageable. Sarah describes her main approach as person-centred therapy, which focuses on being honest, non-judgemental and accepting in the therapeutic relationship. She also uses solution-focused techniques to help people identify practical steps forward.

Motivational interviewing is used when people want help with change and finding their own reasons to act. She has particular experience working with bereavement, traumatic loss and post-traumatic stress concerns, and with people who have experienced childhood or adult trauma including physical, emotional and sexual abuse. Sarah has worked with a wide range of other concerns including obsessive thoughts and personality-related difficulties.

Sarah is a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, BACP. Her practice is based in the United Kingdom and she offers sessions in English. She aims to support and empower people taking the first steps towards change.

Details from the counsellor's public professional profile · registration number listed

← Browse all counsellors

Registration

Body	Registration number	Expires
BACP	58303	October 2026

Registration details are as listed on the counsellor's public profile. You can check any number with the registering body.

Check on the BACP register

Sessions and payment

Sessions are held online through our partner platform, by video, phone or messaging depending on the counsellor.

Cost Costs are shown on the partner platform before you commit. If cost is a concern, ask about reduced-fee options.

Focus areas and approaches

Everything Sarah lists on their public professional profile, in their own terms.

Stress, Anxiety
Trauma and abuse
Grief
Bipolar disorder
Depression
Addictions
LGBT
Relationship issues
Family conflicts
Intimacy-related issues
Eating disorders
Sleeping disorders
Anger management
Self esteem
Career difficulties
Coping with life changes
ADHD
Abandonment
Adoption and foster care
Antisocial personality
Attachment issues
Avoidant personality
Cancer
Commitment issues
Dependent personality
Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)
Dissociation
Divorce and separation
Domestic violence
Eating and food-related issues
Fertility issues
First responder issues
Gender dysphoria
Guilt and shame
Hospice and end-of-life counselling
Impulsivity
Infidelity
Isolation / loneliness
Men's issues
Midlife crisis
Veteran and Armed Forces Issues
Mood disorders
Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
Panic disorder and panic attacks
Paranoia
Personality disorders
Postpartum depression
Post-traumatic stress
Self-harm
Sexual assault and abuse
Social anxiety and phobia
Traumatic brain injury
Trichotillomania
Women's issues
Workplace issues
Young adult issues

Ways of working Sarah names

Naming an approach is not evidence of training in it. This directory copies what each counsellor lists and does not check training records.

How person-centred and solution-focused work translate online

Person-centred therapy focuses on the relationship between counsellor and client. The counsellor aims to be genuine, non-judgemental and accepting, and lets the client guide the pace and topics. This approach can help with trauma, grief, anxiety and low self-esteem by creating a steady space to talk.

Solution-focused therapy looks at small, practical steps that move a person towards their goals. Sessions concentrate on what is already working and on achievable changes, which can be useful for stress, relationship concerns and coping with life transitions.

Motivational interviewing is a conversational method that helps people find their own motivation to change. It is often used for addictions, ambivalence about treatment, or when someone wants to make important life changes.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will talk with the client about needs, goals and preferences and together agree which methods to try. This is a collaborative process and can change over time as different issues are addressed.

Online sessions can be arranged by video call, phone, live chat or text-based messaging, giving flexibility for different situations. Video calls allow visual connection and a deeper conversational flow. Phone sessions can fit into a busy day or use less bandwidth. Live chat or messaging suits shorter check-ins, reflection between sessions, or people who prefer typing. These formats make it easier to access regular support despite distance or scheduling constraints.

Frequently asked

What kinds of problems does she help with?

She helps people with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, bipolar and depression, addictions, relationship and intimacy issues, eating and sleeping difficulties, ADHD and related concerns.

How would you describe her therapy style?

Her style is warm and interactive, aiming to be non-judgemental and respectful while letting the client lead the pace and focus of sessions.

What experience does she bring?

She has 14 years of professional work experience, including focused work with bereavement, traumatic loss and PTSD, and with people who have experienced childhood or adult trauma.

What professional credentials and location are listed?

She is a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and practices in the United Kingdom.

Which languages are supported and can international clients connect?

Sessions are offered in English and she accepts international clients.

In what formats are sessions offered?

Sessions are available by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to suit different preferences and schedules.

How are sessions paid for and what does it cost?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.

What are the steps to begin working together?

Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.