- LGBT concerns
- Self esteem work
- Compassion fatigue
About Sara
Sara Monahan is a counsellor registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and has four years of professional experience in the United Kingdom. She works with people who are facing trauma and abuse, low self-esteem, compassion fatigue, ADHD, and life changes. She also supports concerns linked to social anxiety and phobia and aspects of identity such as LGBT and women’s issues.
Sara uses straightforward, practical conversations to help people name what feels hard and identify small steps forward. Sessions focus on clear goals and on recognising strengths the client already has. She encourages people to bring examples from day-to-day life so therapy stays relevant to what they are actually experiencing.
Her style is collaborative and direct. She listens for patterns that may keep problems repeating, such as attachment difficulties, guilt and shame, or persistent isolation. When unhelpful patterns emerge, she helps clients try different ways of responding and noticing what shifts.
People often come with worries about confidence, setting boundaries, or dealing with the aftermath of abuse. Sara works with these issues in practical ways, including exploring coping strategies, managing overwhelm, and pacing change so it feels manageable.
She asks new clients to complete a short questionnaire before the first session. That helps both of them focus the first meeting on immediate concerns and next steps. If a person is unsure whether she is the right counsellor, she suggests starting with one session to see how they work together.
How evidence-based approaches work in online sessions
Many counsellors use evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on practical change. Cognitive approaches look at unhelpful thinking patterns and test different thoughts in everyday situations to reduce avoidance and build confidence. Trauma-focused work helps people process difficult experiences in small, manageable steps while developing coping skills to manage intense reactions.Choosing the right method is part of the work together. The counsellor will discuss options, check what feels workable, and adjust the approach based on the client’s needs and preferences. This is a collaborative process aimed at finding what helps most in day-to-day life.
Confirm which session formats are offered before booking, as the profile does not list specific online options. Online work can make it easier to fit appointments around school, work, or caring responsibilities. It can also allow shorter check-ins, reduce travel time, and make it possible to continue therapy when life circumstances change.
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Experience
4+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What issues does she help with?
Sara works with trauma and abuse, low self esteem, compassion fatigue, ADHD, coping with life changes, and social anxiety and phobia. She also supports related concerns such as attachment issues, guilt and shame, and isolation.
How would she describe her therapeutic style?
Her approach is collaborative and practical. She focuses on clear goals, day-to-day examples, and small steps that can make a difference.
What experience does she bring?
She has four years of professional counselling experience in the United Kingdom working with the concerns listed on her profile.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and operates from the United Kingdom.
Can I work with her in other languages?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does she take international clients?
She is not currently accepting international clients.
How are sessions paid for?
Session cost varies with location and is billed through a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
What do I need to do to begin?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule your first session.