One Step at a Time Counselling

22/04/2026

If you're aged 16-30 and living with, or beyond, a brain tumour diagnosis, join us for our Online Meet Up on Tuesday the 19th of May 18:30-19:30 for our Young Adults Tea and Talk.

The event will be taking place via the online platform Teams. We will email you the joining details before the event. This session will be an opportunity to connect with others who understand and share a similar experience. Bring along a cuppa and have a chat.

Please book your place here https://bit.ly/4mCZRl2

20/04/2026

I keep lots of different resources in my counselling room that can help open a conversation or provide visual prompts to help enhance understanding and re-frame what we know about ourselves.

My latest addition is finished and ready to be used. 'Be perfect' hit me hard as I made these but I'm looking forward to seeing these in action.

14/04/2026

I've just renewed my membership with the BACP (British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy) for another year.

But what does that mean for you?

There are a number of recognised professional membership bodies like the BACP and by committing to being a registered member you have a guarantee that:

I am a qualified counsellor having completed a minimum of 4 years training alongside supervised placement hours.

I commit to ongoing CPD and training hours each year to ensure my skills and knowledge are up to date.

I agree to abide by an ethical framework to ensure that work with vulnerable clients if safe and in their best interests.

I commit to monthly supervision with a qualified supervisor to ensure I work fairly, inclusively and with integrity.

Feel free to contact me to find out how I can support you.

02/04/2026

Support available this bank holiday weekend:

Tommy's helpline is also open on Good Friday and Monday 9am-5pm. 0800 0147 800.

31/03/2026

Has anyone watched the new BBC show 'Babies' which covers the topic of pregnancy loss?

I watched the first episode last night and was deeply moved by the portrayal of a couple experiencing multiple miscarriage. Whilst at times I found the programme upsetting I felt that the show highlighted the reality that many couples experience.

I've never been able to find the words to describe how long that silence goes on for before you receive the news that no heartbeat can be found, but I felt the show demonstrated this accurately and sensitively.

I felt it also managed to show just how devastating pregnancy loss can be. How, even though you show up to work, or you attend events with friends and family the raw pain and loss is so close to the surface and washes over you in waves at any time without any warning and often leaves you feeling isolated and alone.

I am continuing to watch this show, although I won't be binge watching it! It's the first time I've seen a very real and raw example of the devastation of pregnancy loss covered in this way and for that I am grateful.

I believe that the implications of pregnancy loss are still misunderstood and underestimated by many, although I recognise this is changing. Supporting anyone who has been affected by pregnancy loss is a passion of mine. I have completed many hours of additional training to ensure my knowledge is up to date and can be effective.

If you would like to find out more about how I could support you please contact me via my website. There are charities such as Sands, Tommys and Petals who have lots of useful information and details of support groups.

If you are affected by the show, please look after yourself and reach out for help if you need it.

24/03/2026

I really like this diagram from Counsellors Corner which gives a brief overview of what to expect from counselling.

Above the water highlights what some people expect counselling to be like, but as seen below the surface so much more goes on in a session.

Sometimes there's sadness and tears, sometimes there's laughter (yes really), sometimes you feel stuck and sometimes there's a moment when something suddenly makes sense.

Counselling isn't about reliving traumatic events or 'wallowing' in negatives. Counselling will offer you space to reflect on how experiences have shaped you and your view of the world. They will offer you opportunities to reflect on why you behave in certain ways or make certain choices and to consider whether these are still working for you or whether new coping strategies would be more helpful.

17/03/2026

Contact form issue now resolved.

I'm pleased to confirm that the issue with the contact form on my website has now been fixed and the form has been added back onto the website.

I look forward to hearing from you soon.

12/03/2026

Contact error!

It's come to my attention that the 'contact me' form on my website isn't working correctly and messages are not coming through to me.

This has been logged and is currently being looked into.

Unfortunately this means that for a couple of people who have tried to contact me recently I haven't received their message, and although I can't access their contact information! Please feel free to email me instead, I'm not ignoring you!

Once the contact page has been fixed I will add this back onto my webpage. In the meantime you can use my email address:

counselling_sarah@hotmail.com

I will let you know when the error has been resolved.

Thank you for your understanding.

27/02/2026

I love this post.
Such a brilliant demonstration of how a qualified counsellor can still make a difference in a time of increasing reliance on AI and online tools.
Whilst they have a place, there are still benefits of human connection.

Its no secret that people are increasingly turning to A.I for emotional support and whilst I'm not dismissing the benefits of that, research shows that the true value of therapy lies within the therapeutic relationship.

A.I can't replace human to human connection and what happens between nervous systems. Thats where true healing takes place 💚

14/02/2026

27/01/2026

This!

13/01/2026

Feeling lost?

Unsure of what the year ahead may bring?

You don’t have to figure it all out alone. Counselling offers a safe, supportive space to pause, reflect, and make sense of what’s going on for you. Together, we can explore what’s holding you back and help you move forward with greater clarity and confidence.

Based in Aylesbury I have a safe and confidential space, free from judgement where you can bring whatever feels important to you, and where you are free to work at your own pace.

Feel free to visit my website to find out more:

https://counsellingonestepatatime.co.uk