Sarah Bennett, NCPS
Person-Centred counsellor for anxiety and relationships
- Anxiety management support
- Relationship and family work
- Hypnotherapy and mindfulness
About Sarah Bennett
Sarah Bennett is a United Kingdom based counsellor with 11 years of professional experience who supports adults and young people through a wide range of life challenges including anxiety, depression, bereavement, relationship difficulties, eating and sleeping issues, and addiction-related concerns. Her counselling journey began in Sydney in 2009 when she trained as a telephone counsellor for Lifeline, and on returning to England she completed a Post Graduate Diploma in Counselling and a University Certificate in Counselling from South Cheshire College, validated by Manchester Metropolitan University.
She is an Accredited Member of the National Counselling Society - listed as NCPS - and follows the society's framework for ethical practice and standards. Continuous professional development is an active part of her work, and she regularly attends workshops and training days to refine her skills. Sarah completed placement work at Reaseheath College, has served as a school counsellor at Brine Leas High School supporting students with coursework stress, bullying, peer difficulties and family issues, and has volunteered with The Dove Service, a bereavement charity in Stoke-on-Trent.
Now in private practice in Nantwich, she works with clients who self-refer or who are signposted by GPs and other professionals. Her practice is underpinned by a Person-Centred approach, and she adapts methods to suit each person, offering Cognitive Behavioural Therapy techniques, relaxation and breathing methods, mindfulness and meditation, and hypnotherapy when appropriate. Her hypnotherapy training includes a Post Graduate Certificate in Integrating Hypnotherapy with Psychotherapy - Level 7 from the Manchester Institute of Psychotherapy. Sarah places particular emphasis on anxiety management and prefers to present therapeutic techniques as collaborative suggestions rather than prescriptive tasks between sessions. Outside of work she spends time with family and friends, is a parent to two grown-up children, and shares her life with a 12 year old dog, Leo, who sometimes keeps her company in the counselling room. She believes that people have the capacity to find their own answers and inner calm through the work they do together with a therapist.
She is an Accredited Member of the National Counselling Society - listed as NCPS - and follows the society's framework for ethical practice and standards. Continuous professional development is an active part of her work, and she regularly attends workshops and training days to refine her skills. Sarah completed placement work at Reaseheath College, has served as a school counsellor at Brine Leas High School supporting students with coursework stress, bullying, peer difficulties and family issues, and has volunteered with The Dove Service, a bereavement charity in Stoke-on-Trent.
Now in private practice in Nantwich, she works with clients who self-refer or who are signposted by GPs and other professionals. Her practice is underpinned by a Person-Centred approach, and she adapts methods to suit each person, offering Cognitive Behavioural Therapy techniques, relaxation and breathing methods, mindfulness and meditation, and hypnotherapy when appropriate. Her hypnotherapy training includes a Post Graduate Certificate in Integrating Hypnotherapy with Psychotherapy - Level 7 from the Manchester Institute of Psychotherapy. Sarah places particular emphasis on anxiety management and prefers to present therapeutic techniques as collaborative suggestions rather than prescriptive tasks between sessions. Outside of work she spends time with family and friends, is a parent to two grown-up children, and shares her life with a 12 year old dog, Leo, who sometimes keeps her company in the counselling room. She believes that people have the capacity to find their own answers and inner calm through the work they do together with a therapist.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
AddictionsLGBTTrauma and abuseIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderDepressionCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFertility issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHearing impairedHIV / AIDSHoardingHospice and end-of-life counselingImmigration issuesImpulsivityInfidelityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunctionSexualitySmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationTraumatic brain injuryTrichotillomaniaVisually impairedWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Hypnotherapy Mindfulness Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Sarah Bennett have?
Sarah Bennett has 11 years of professional experience in counselling and related support roles.
Is Sarah Bennett a registered therapist?
Yes. She holds NCPS, indicating accreditation with the National Counselling Society.
In which languages does Sarah Bennett provide therapy?
Sarah Bennett provides therapy in English.
Where is Sarah Bennett located?
Sarah Bennett is located in the United Kingdom.
How can I work with Sarah Bennett as my therapist?
You can work with Sarah Bennett through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Sarah Bennett work with international clients?
Sarah Bennett does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Sarah Bennett 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 with therapy 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, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Person-Centred, CBT, and Hypnotherapy Through Online Sessions
Sarah Bennett uses a few complementary approaches to support clients and explains them in clear, practical terms. Client-Centred Therapy focuses on creating an empathic, non-judgemental relationship in which the client’s own goals and insights guide the work - it is particularly helpful for people seeking emotional support, clarity, and stronger self-esteem. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, or CBT, is a structured method that looks at how thoughts, feelings and behaviours interact; it is often used to reduce anxiety, manage low mood, and change unhelpful thinking patterns. Hypnotherapy, offered alongside psychotherapy training, uses guided relaxation and focused attention to help people access resources for managing stress, breaking cycles of unhelpful habit, and working through trauma-related responses.
Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process and Sarah works collaboratively with each person to identify what fits their needs, goals and preferences. She will suggest techniques and tailor sessions rather than imposing a single method, and adjustments can be made over time as progress is reviewed.
Online therapy with Sarah is available by video call, phone, live chat or text-based messaging, which makes it flexible for people balancing work, family or mobility needs. These options allow continued access to registered professionals from different locations and can make it easier to maintain consistent appointments and practical momentum between sessions.