Sarah Cowan

I offer in-person sessions in Winkleigh, online or telephone sessions, 'Walk & Talk' sessions in nature, or home visits where accessibility requirements are present.

I can offer flexible appointment times for those who need them, though I recommend a set weekly slot where that's achievable.

Life can sometimes feel overwhelming, confusing or simply too much to carry alone. Whatever brings you to therapy, you don't have to face it by yourself. I will walk alongside you, offering a warm, confidential and non-judgemental space where we can explore your experiences together, make sense of what's happening, and work towards a way forward that feels right for you.

I offer psychotherapeutic counselling for a wide range of emotional and psychological difficulties. You may be facing a specific challenge, carrying grief, feeling overwhelmed, or holding painful experiences from the past, or you may simply have a sense that something isn't right. Whatever is going on for you I aim to help you understand, process and move towards meaningful change that supports you long after our work together has ended.

When we work together, you can expect:

•  A therapeutic relationship built on trust, safety and genuine understanding.
• Sessions tailored to your individual needs, with regular check-ins to ensure therapy continues to feel comfortable and helpful.
• A professional, reliable and consistent service, providing a safe and dependable space.
• A free, no-obligation initial consultation, giving us both the opportunity to decide whether we're the right fit before beginning therapy.
• The option of having the calming presence of Margot the therapy dog in the room if you wish.

As an integrative therapist, I draw on a range of evidence-based psychotherapy approaches rather than working from a single model. This allows me to adapt therapy to your unique needs, personality and circumstances. I introduce any helping techniques thoughtfully, carefully, and with your full agreement.

Initial Consultation — FREE (to see if I am the right fit for your needs)

Standard Hour — £50

Concession (NHS Workers, Teachers & Students) — £40

I offer a variety of session types, which you're free to move between: in-person, online, telephone, 'walk & talk' or home visit where needs require.

I can also offer slots throughout the day including early morning and evening time slots, for those who need extra flexibility. I may offer longer sessions where appropriate.

Qualifications and Experience

Before retraining as a psychotherapeutic counsellor, I spent much of my career working in health and social care, supporting people experiencing mental health difficulties and drug and alcohol addiction, including those involved with the criminal justice system. During this time, I witnessed the positive impact therapy could have on people's lives, inspiring me to retrain and qualify with an Advanced Diploma in Integrative Counselling.

After our free consultation and before we meet for our first session, I will send you a brief agreement explaining how I work, including confidentiality, privacy, and cancellations. You will also be able to complete your contact details and raise anything you would like clarified before we begin. This is so you know what to expect and to see if you have anything you'd like to discuss further.

In our first session we will explore what has brought you to therapy, explore your support system and see if we can clarify your hopes for the therapy.  I will explain how confidentiality operates, and you are free to ask me whatever you need in order to feel settled and informed.