Sally Masson , BACP

Sally Masson views therapy as a catalyst for meaningful change, helping people build more satisfying relationships with themselves and with others - family, friends and colleagues. She believes that sometimes significant shifts are needed, while at other times a new way of looking at a problem can restore a sense of agency and control.

She is sensitive to clients whose early family environments left them feeling unseen or misunderstood, and recognises that this background can call for more sustained, in-depth work. Sally also supports people who feel anxious or ashamed about intense emotions such as anger, helping them understand those feelings rather than judge them. This can reduce isolation and open the way to recovery.

Sally encourages creative reappraisal of difficulties, exploring alternative perspectives on the self and the world. She continually adapts her approach so that, together with each client, she can gently explore the client’s inner life. Being heard by a non-judgmental witness is at the heart of her work and, with compassionate companionship, clients can make powerful, lasting changes.

Sally is a BACP member - the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy - and brings a reflective, collaborative stance to her therapeutic relationships.

Therapeutic approaches available for online support

Attachment-Based Therapy looks at how early relationships shape patterns of closeness, trust and emotional response. In accessible ways it helps clients understand attachment needs and repair relational patterns that affect current friendships, partnerships and family life.

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) offers practical skills for managing strong emotions, improving distress tolerance and enhancing interpersonal effectiveness. It is useful for people who struggle with overwhelming feelings, impulsivity or recurring relationship difficulties.

Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) focuses on identifying and reshaping emotional responses to improve intimacy and connection in relationships. It can be especially helpful for couples or individuals seeking deeper emotional understanding and stronger bonds.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic journey, and Sally works collaboratively with clients to identify which methods align with their needs, goals and preferences. She adapts her guidance over time so therapy remains relevant and responsive.

Online therapy through video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text-based messaging offers flexibility for people balancing work, family or mobility constraints. These formats make it possible to attend regular sessions from different locations and to maintain continuity of care when in-person meetings are impractical, supporting consistent progress with a licensed professional.