Sarah P
Psychological Counsellor & Social worker
Experienced Social Worker and Psychological Counsellor working within the international community of young professionals, students and artists. Available online and in English.
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About me
I completed my studies in Australia (Bachelor of psychological Science and a Masters in Social Work). For the past 7 years I have been providing psychological support in tertiary mental health settings, universities, schools and private practice. Alongside counselling, I facilitate mental health and well-being workshops in partnership with International Universities and Schools around the globe.
As someone who understands the complexities of living and working abroad, I support ex-pats, students and young professionals navigating the challenges they face with culture shock, immigration and adjusting to a new environment. I support those who may be struggling with school/university or workplace related anxiety, stress and burnout. I support in building positive coping strategies and resilience for long lasting well-being.
I have a keen interest in people and how we make meaning of our individual world and the world in relation to others. I enjoy reading philosophy, sociology and critical theory - all of which influence my practice as a counsellor. I am always learning and growing and believe this is an on-going process for myself and my clients alike.
I speak:
Location:
Media Gallery
Approach
My approach is client-centred, meaning that I always strive to give you the space to write your own story and to feel empowered in it.
It is important to me to create a space that is authentic, non-judgemental and anti-oppressive. I use a blended approach in sessions, drawing upon a range of therapies and frameworks depending on your needs and preference. Most commonly, I use CBT and third wave CBT modalities (ACT and DBT) as well as stress management strategies and emotional regulation strategies. I am a firm believer in curious exploration, but also that therapy cannot work without healthy challenging, so you can expect this in a session with me.
I have experience with a variety of presentations including anxiety, low-mood & depression, burnout and stress, culture shock, perfectionism, emotional regulation, self-harm, panic, low self-esteem and LGBTQI+ & identity concerns.
Disclaimer: Online counselling does not replace psychotherapy. If you are experiencing severe mental illness, an acute crisis or if you require a specialised intervention, please contact emergency supports or a local psychotherapist
Experience
2024 - Current - CBT Course Facilitator at International School Counsellor Association (ISCA) 2023- Current - Counsellor for Rise Scholarship Winners at The University of Oxford, England 2022 - Current - Freelance counsellor at ESMT University, Berlin 2022 - Current - Freelance counsellor at Bard College, Berlin 2022 - Current - Freelance counsellor at Linden Global Learning Services, Berlin 2021 - Mental Health Clinician at Queens College, The University of Melbourne, Australia 2019 - Mental Health Clinician, Headspace National Youth Mental Health Foundation, Melbourne 2018 - Family Mental Health Clinician, Breakthrough, Melbourne 2017 - Program Development and Administration, Paediatric Mental Health Training Unit, Adelaide 2015 - Social worker and Family and Relationship Counsellor (university placement), United Communities, Australia 2014 - Social Worker (university placement) at Golden Grove Primary School, Australia
Education
2017 MA Social Work from the University of South Australia
2015 BA Psychological Science at the University of Adelaide
Services
Intro Call
Individual Session
Individual Session
Insurances
