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Sarah Lacey, BACP

Calm, practical support for anxiety and stress

22 years in practice · based in United Kingdom · sessions in English · online sessions

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About Sarah

Sarah Lacey BACP works from an approach that puts the person at the centre of therapy. She uses straightforward, practical ways to help with stress, anxiety and low mood. Her style is collaborative and goal-focused so people know what to expect from sessions.

With 22 years of experience in the United Kingdom, she draws on several therapy methods to tailor support. Sessions often include simple strategies to manage worry and low mood, plus time to talk through difficult life events such as grief and work-related stress.

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Background and approach

She also helps people build self-esteem and cope with compassion fatigue. Sarah believes clients are the experts in their own lives. She aims to help people notice their strengths and use those strengths to meet realistic goals.

Conversations are practical and paced to suit each person’s needs. She offers short-term work and coaching-style conversations when that suits the issue. Appointments are available on weekdays with a focus on daytime sessions.

If someone arrives late, she may wait up to ten minutes before suggesting a rearranged slot so sessions remain useful. Getting started involves a simple matching process and scheduling based on availability. Sessions may be a good option for people looking for structured support for anxiety, stress, grief or low mood.

Therapy approaches you can use online

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice thoughts and feelings without getting overwhelmed by them. It focuses on values and small steps that move someone toward a more meaningful life, which can be useful for anxiety and low mood.

Client-Centred Therapy centres the person's own experience and priorities. The therapist listens closely and follows the client’s lead to create a supportive space for talking through stress, grief and relationship concerns.

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) focuses on practical tools to change patterns of thinking and behaviour. It often includes short exercises to test unhelpful thoughts and build coping skills for worry and stress.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will discuss options and try different techniques together based on the client’s goals and preferences. That collaborative process helps shape a plan that feels practical and achievable.

Online sessions can be arranged as video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text-based messaging. Video calls approximate a face-to-face conversation, phone sessions use less bandwidth, live chat can suit quick check-ins, and messaging supports ongoing reflection between sessions. These options make it easier to fit therapy around work, caregiving or other commitments and provide flexibility in how people choose to engage.
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Questions people ask

What concerns does Sarah help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, low mood, grief and related concerns such as compassion fatigue and relationship strain.
What is her therapeutic style like?
Her style is collaborative and person-centred, using practical techniques alongside listening to what matters most to the client.
How much experience does she have?
She has 22 years of professional experience working with people on common mental health and wellbeing issues.
What credentials and location are listed?
She is listed with BACP and practises in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are supported and are international clients accepted?
Sessions are offered in English and she does not accept international clients at this time.
What session formats are available?
She offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging to suit different needs and schedules.
How are costs handled?
Costs vary with location and therapist availability and sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.

What this therapist works with

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Experience
22 years
Licensed
Languages
English

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