Sarah Bates, BACP, NCPS
- Stress and anxiety support
- Trauma-informed care
- Relationship guidance
About Sarah Bates
Sarah frames therapy as a collaborative process, listening carefully to each person’s story and adapting techniques to suit their pace and priorities. She holds BACP and NCPS credentials, which reflect recognized professional registration and formal training in counselling and psychotherapy. Those qualifications inform her commitment to ongoing professional development and to offering structured support across emotional and relational concerns. Sarah aims to create a supportive environment where people feel heard and guided as they work toward clearer coping strategies and meaningful change.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Sarah Bates have?
Sarah Bates has 5 years of experience.
Is Sarah Bates a registered therapist?
Yes. Sarah Bates holds the credentials BACP and NCPS, indicating recognized professional registration and training in counselling and psychotherapy.
In which languages does Sarah Bates provide therapy?
Sarah Bates provides therapy in English.
Where is Sarah Bates located?
Sarah Bates is located in the United Kingdom.
How can I work with Sarah Bates as my therapist?
You can work with Sarah Bates through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Sarah Bates work with international clients?
Yes, Sarah Bates works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Sarah Bates cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be cancelled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Evidence-Based Approaches and Online Support
Sarah Bates uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on practical change and emotional processing. One approach emphasizes structured cognitive and behavioural methods that help identify unhelpful thoughts and habits, and then develop alternative ways of thinking and acting to reduce anxiety and stress. Another approach is trauma-informed care, which prioritises pacing, safety, and careful processing to support recovery from traumatic experiences and related difficulties such as relationship strain or grief.Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic journey and Sarah works collaboratively with each person to determine the best fit. She listens to clients’ concerns, discusses goals and preferences, and adapts techniques as therapy progresses so that interventions feel relevant and manageable.
Online therapy offers practical benefits for people with busy lives or those living at a distance. Sessions by video call or phone allow for face-to-face conversation when needed, while live chat and text-based messaging provide flexible, accessible options for check-ins and ongoing support. These formats make it easier to stay consistent with sessions and to integrate therapeutic work into daily life.