Sandra Dunphy

I am not available until 1st April 2025

Tuesday: 5.30- 9.30pm

Wednesday: 5.30- 9.30pm

Thursday: 9.30- 4.30pm

Friday: 9.30- 3.30pm  

I am a person - centered Â鶹ԭ´´ Counsellor and clinical supervisor.

I have 20 years experience of working with children, adolescents, and adults. I am also an accredited Play Therapist and a trainee Theraplay practitioner, specializing in the attachment relationship. 

I am a certified trauma informed therapist, and understand the effects of developmental and relational trauma can have on individuals.

I am passionate about supporting my clients and believe each individual has the potential to find their own inner healing, if given the sufficient conditions to explore their inner conflict and develop a sense of clarity to support their individual process.

I believe as a counsellor, the counselling relationship is the fundamental component and is based on trust, respect, honesty, and congruence to help individuals to feel supported and understood. I am committed to offering a safe and non- judgmental therapeutic environment to benefit my clients to feel accepted and listened too.

I also specialize in supporting young people to identify and achieve personal development goals; emotion regulation, self- awareness, mindfulness, compassion, to overcome adversities and aid the process of emotional growth to find fulfilment in relationships that matter.

I am also a qualified supervisor. I can offer creative supervision using the arts, sand, clay and paints, which I use in my Play Therapy Practice.

I also have a Cockapoo dog who is training to become an Animal Assisted Therapy dog, (AAT). He is currently working with children and has a lovely temperament.

Person-centered counseling, also known as client-centered therapy, is a non-directive approach that empowers you to take the lead in your therapeutic journey. I provide a supportive environment where you can explore your thoughts, feelings, and experiences without judgment. 

My approach is to offer my core principles, empathy, unconditional positive regard and congruence. I strive to understand your perspective and experiences deeply, offering a compassionate and non- judgmental space. I accept you as you are, providing a safe and supportive space where you can express yourself freely, whilst fostering a trusting and open therapeutic relationship.

How can I help;

Active Listening: I listen attentively to your verbal and non-verbal communication, ensuring you feel heard and understood.

Reflection: By reflecting your thoughts and feelings, I can help you gain deeper insights into your emotions and behaviors.

Encouraging Self-Exploration: I ask clarifying questions to help you explore your values, beliefs, and experiences, promoting self-awareness and personal growth.

I offer a 30 minute free consultation to discuss what you are seeking giving you an opportunity for you to meet me and see if you feel I am someone you can work with in future therapy sessions. 

I am currently only working online via Zoom, Skype, WhatsApp & Telephone sessions. 

Monday: 5.30-9.30pm

Tuesday: 5.30- 9.30pm

Wednesday: 5.30- 9.30pm

Thursday: 9.30- 4.30pm

Friday: 9.30- 3.00pm  

I am a person - centred Â鶹ԭ´´ Counsellor and clinical supervisor.

I have 19 years experience of working with children, adolescents, and adults. I am also an accredited Play Therapist and a trainee Theraplay practitioner, specializing in the attachment relationship. 

I am a qualified clinical supervisor for counsellors mental health workers and trainee counsellors and others working with adults and CYP's (11-18 yrs). 

I offer an integrative approach and follow the Hawkins and Shohet seven eyed model of supervision. I can also offer creative supervision using the arts, sand, clay and paints, which I use in my Play Therapy practice

Supervision is such a relational experience, it's so important that we are a good match, and make a good connection. I am happy to meet you online to introduce myself on a no charge/no presumption introductory session. It’s essential for you to feel you have a supervisor you feel comfortable with to support your clinical work. 

My current charge is £60 per hour or £80 for 1.5 hours of supervision for qualified supervisees / organizations.

£45 per hour or £67.50 for 1.5 hours of supervision for trainee counsellors.

 I only offer online supervision via, zoom, WhatsApp, or Skype.