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Counselling and Coaching Hello, and a warm welcome to SLM therapy, My name is Sally and I am an Integrative Therapist and Coach.

I offer counselling sessions, and coaching for adults, either face-to-face, online, or by telephone. Online sessions can be held on Zoom, Microsoft Teams, or Google Meet. Face to face sessions take place in York, however, if you are in North Yorkshire please get in touch as I have venues available in other locations, by prior arrangement. I am a fully qualified counsellor, working as an Integrative Therapist and Coach. In addition to my core counselling training, I have done further training in Coaching, Transactional Analysis and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy. I am an individual member of the BACP and follow their ethical framework. I am also an accredited member of the NCPS, and use their guidelines to underpin my practice. I am fully insured and have an enhanced DBS certificate, and have regular clinical supervision.

09/12/2025

Sometimes you don’t need long-term therapy, you just need a focused space to breathe, unpack, and reset.
Single Session Therapy offers exactly that: one structured, supportive 90-minute session designed to help you gain insight, ease overwhelm, and move forward with clarity.

Whether you’re feeling stuck, facing a specific challenge, or simply need a moment of grounding, this one-off session provides a safe, intentional space to reconnect with yourself and explore what you need right now.

If you’re looking for a meaningful shift without an ongoing commitment, this could be the perfect place to start.

One Session. 90 Minutes. Grounding, Clarity, Direction.
Inbox to book or learn more.

06/12/2025

Begin 2025 with intention, connection, and gentle self-reflection.
Join me on 10th January for a Therapeutic Vision Board Workshop designed to help you slow down, tune in, and explore what you truly want for the year ahead.

This workshop offers a safe, supportive space to reflect on your values, reconnect with your inner voice, and creatively map out your hopes and goals. Through guided prompts, grounding practices, and meaningful conversation, you’ll leave with clarity, confidence, and a visual reminder of the life you’re working towards.

Let’s begin the year with purpose and compassion — together.

15/10/2025

Therapy Room available for rent.

Clifton Moor, York

£20 per day - Free Parking - 24/7 access

01/09/2025

🎉 SLM Therapy is 1! 🎉

One year ago, I took the leap and opened the doors to my private practice — not fully knowing what to expect, but deeply trusting the process. Today, I’m celebrating a year filled with growth, courage, and countless moments of connection. 💛

Over the past 12 months, I have:

🕰️ Held 317 client hours
🗂️ Logged 256 admin hours (the often-invisible work that keeps everything going)
🧠 Completed 19.5 hours of supervision
📚 Invested 42 hours in CPD training

Behind each number is a story — of trust, healing, challenge, and change. I am genuinely honoured to walk alongside the people who choose to sit with me in the therapy space. Every session is a reminder of the strength, vulnerability, and resilience that lives in us all.

Running a small business comes with its own steep learning curve, but it’s also brought me so much joy and pride. Thank you to everyone who has supported SLM Therapy — from clients to peers, supervisors to colleagues, and every kind word shared along the way.

Here’s to year two — with more compassion, more learning, and continued space for healing and growth. 💫

19/08/2025

🌍 Today, on World Humanitarian Day, we honour those who dedicate their lives to helping others — often in the most challenging circumstances.
As an integrative therapist, I’m reminded that healing, empathy, and support are all acts of humanity too.
Whether it’s on the front lines or in quiet therapeutic spaces, compassion matters. Always. 💛

Let’s continue to build a world where care and connection lead the way.

08/08/2025

On this International Cat Day, I’m pausing to honour the calm, comforting presence that animals bring to our lives.

Whether it’s the quiet company of a cat curled up nearby or the gentle rhythm of caring for a pet, animals can ground us in the present moment.
They don’t ask us to be anything other than who we are, and in doing so, they create a kind of safety that’s hard to put into words.

This little meditating cat lives in my garden as a daily reminder: slow down, be present, and soak up the quiet companionship around you.

30/07/2025

In the therapy room, we often explore how relationships shape our sense of safety, identity, and self-worth. Friendship has the potential to be one of the most healing forces in our lives when rooted in trust, respect, and emotional presence.

A safe friendship offers more than company. It offers co-regulation, a space where our nervous system can settle and where we’re accepted without performance. These relationships remind us we’re not alone in our struggles, and that connection doesn’t require perfection, only authenticity.

Today, on World Friendship Day, I honour the quiet power of friendships that hold space, witness our growth, and allow us to be fully human.

28/06/2025

🌈 Love is love. 🌈

On this Pride Day, we celebrate the beautiful diversity of love in all its forms. Everyone deserves to be seen, heard, and loved exactly as they are.

In counselling, creating a safe, affirming space where you can explore your true self is at the heart of healing and growth.

💙💜💚💛🧡❤️ If you’re seeking support or simply want to feel held and accepted, know that you are welcome here.

Let’s honour love, authenticity, and pride today—and every day.

05/06/2025

🌍✨ Today is World Environment Day – a moment to pause and reflect on how our inner world and the outer world are deeply intertwined.

Just as our environment shapes us, our thoughts, emotions, and relationships shape the environment we create for ourselves and those around us. When we take small steps to care for the planet – planting a seed, reducing waste, pausing to appreciate nature’s beauty – we’re also practicing acts of mindfulness, compassion, and connection.

In therapy, we explore these connections: how nurturing our mental and emotional environments can ripple outward, influencing our choices, our communities, and the world we live in. Small, intentional steps can create lasting change – both within and around us.

If you’d like to explore how to nurture your inner world and how it relates to the world around you, please feel free to reach out. I’d be honoured to support you on your journey.

02/06/2025

🌸 A second bloom, a second chance. 🌸

Two months ago, I shared a photo of this amaryllis proudly showing off a single flower. Today, it has blossomed again—this time with three stunning flower heads.

This second flowering reminds me of life’s capacity for growth and renewal. Even when we think we’ve reached our peak, new opportunities and possibilities can unfold—often in unexpected and beautiful ways.

It’s a gentle reminder that growth isn’t linear, and second chances are part of the journey. Like the amaryllis, we can surprise ourselves with resilience and grace.

Reflection prompt: How might you embrace your own “second bloom” today?

If you’d like to explore this in a safe, one-to-one space, please feel free to reach out.

11/05/2025

Taking care of your mental health is essential, but it doesn’t have to be complicated. Here are 6 simple tips that can make a big difference in your day-to-day well-being. Remember, it’s not about perfection - it’s about progress, not perfection, and taking one step at a time. 💙

If you’re ready to explore your mental health more deeply or need support along the way, I offer counselling in York and online. You're not alone in this journey.

06/05/2025

Book Reflection: The Courage to Be Disliked
By Ichiro Kishimi & Fumitake Koga

One line that really struck a chord:
“We do not lack ability. We just lack courage. It all comes down to courage.”

This feels so true, in therapy, and in life. Often, the issue isn’t that we’re incapable of change, healing, or growth… it’s that fear gets in the way. Fear of judgment, of getting it wrong, of not being enough.

But what if courage isn’t about being fearless - what if it’s simply about taking small steps, even while afraid?

A gentle prompt to reflect on:
Where in your life could a little courage make a big difference?

If this resonates and you're ready to explore what’s holding you back, I offer counselling in York and online. Please get in touch when you feel ready.

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