Welcome to True Voice

Counselling.

Therapy for individuals, couples, and people living abroad.

I’m Sarah (she/her)

I’m a doctor of counselling and psychotherapy and a certified couples therapist.

I work with individuals and couples who find themselves at a point of transition—when continuing as before no longer feels possible, and something deeper is asking to be understood.

My work is relational, collaborative, and shaped by the person in front of me. I don’t work from a fixed formula or offer quick fixes. Instead, we take time to understand what’s happening beneath the surface and support change that feels grounded and sustainable.

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What I Offer

  • A space to slow down, reconnect with yourself, and understand patterns that no longer feel right.

  • Support with communication, intimacy, rupture and repair, and navigating change together.

  • Support for identity, belonging, and the emotional impact of living between cultures.

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  • “Therapy with Sarah was more healing for me than I ever thought therapy could be. Sarah was the perfect mix between a skilled therapist and an understanding human. She helped me to identify my source of trouble, recognise unhealthy patterns and coping mechanisms, make connections between these current behaviours and my past and validated my trauma. Beyond this she helped me to translate these unhealthy patterns and coping mechanisms into healthy ones and taught me how I could get my needs met in alternative ways. She taught me how to change my self-critical inner voice into a self-compassionate one and to tune into it. Sarah viewed my issues as unique to me and gave me specific advice on specific issues rather than a generic and clichéd approach. Working with Sarah I felt I could open and honest about my emotions without being judged. Sarah always listened to me fully and remembered small details, as well as asking challenging questions that helped me think and grow.”

    —Former Client

  • “From our very first session, I knew you were the right fit for me as a counsellor. You create such a warm, compassionate atmosphere, where I have always felt safe to fully express myself. For the first time, I felt truly seen and heard by someone, which has made the world of difference to how I go about my everyday life now. I’ve always felt a bit misunderstood by those around me, so for you to help me on this journey of empowering myself again and realising that it’s OK if my path is slightly different from others, has been so affirming. To have a space to connect to myself in every week with you for the past year has felt amazing. I feel like I’ve come home to myself again, and I’ll be forever grateful. Thank you again, Sarah. Everything we’ve explored and discussed will stick with me and continue to guide me on my journey.”

    —Former Client

  • “You could not write enough good things about Sarah if you tried. I have been through the process of finding a therapist several times, and I don’t think I’ll ever meet another quite like Sarah. Coming to therapy every week felt warm and inviting, and I felt as if I was able to confront challenges in my life that I couldn’t have otherwise tackled. Sarah taught me so much, and I can confidently say that I would not be where I am today without her. She will always have a profound space in my heart, and I will forever cherish the opportunity to work with her.”

    —Former Client

  • "Sarah is gentle in her approach, creating a space which is safe, and warm. She showed genuine care for me and ensured the sessions were specific to my needs, and not generalised in any way. Sarah gave me the space and encouragement to explore my mental health on a deeper level than I ever have done before, whilst encouraging me to remain completely free of judgement. Being able to observe my thoughts in this way has really helped my mental health."

    —Former Client

  • “My experience was that you are an incredibly warm, compassionate, human and humane therapist. I felt seen and heard in a way that I rarely have in my life, and I’ve certainly never felt seen and heard so consistently, week in week out. I feel sure that I will return to the things we talked about and explored, and that they’ll unfold in me for many years to come. Your focus on self-compassion and somatic work is what made me choose you as my therapist. Your attention, for example, to changes you observed in my facial expressions, and whether I was connected to myself emotionally when I was saying something, was so important. Feeling attuned to you (taking relaxing breaths at the same time as one another, eye contact) was crucial in allowing me to experience that the qualities I initially only admired in you were in me also, and indeed can be found in all humans. I’ve connected with myself like never before and have felt (rather than just intellectually understood) that there is nothing wrong or broken about me. My creative expression has become more clear, profound, communicative, and more authentically mine. It is not an exaggeration to say my experience was life-changing.”

    — Former Client

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A Client’s Guide to Common Human Experiences (in psychological terms)
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Therapy isn’t a straight line — it’s a process of discovering, understanding, and sometimes unlearning. Along the way, you may notice familiar patterns like anxiety, overworking, or relational struggles resurfacing. These aren’t signs you’re failing. They’re often part of how healing unfolds. This guide offers a compassionate look at the common experiences many people encounter — helping you see them not as problems to fix, but as parts of your unique journey toward growth and self-connection.

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“But I Had a Happy Childhood”: Why Therapists Go Back to the Past
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“Why Do Therapists Always Ask About Childhood?”

It’s a question I hear often—sometimes with curiosity, sometimes with frustration. Many people come to therapy wanting to focus on the present, unsure why old memories or early relationships keep showing up. In this post, I explore why childhood matters in therapy, through the lens of Dr. Gabor Maté’s Compassionate Inquiry and other research-backed insights. It’s not about blame. It’s about understanding the roots of our patterns—so we can choose something new.

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Understanding Expectations in Therapy: What Goals Are Realistic?
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Many people come to therapy hoping for quick fixes or total relief, but real growth happens gradually. This post explores common misconceptions about therapy and highlights the importance of patience, self-compassion, and trusting the process. Discover how small, steady steps can lead to lasting change and a deeper understanding of yourself.

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If you’re curious about beginning therapy, you’re welcome to book a free initial chat—a chance to ask questions, share what’s bringing you here, and get a sense of whether we’re a good fit. There’s no pressure, just a starting point.

I look forward to meeting you.

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