Amber Sexton, BACP
Empathetic therapist specializing in relationships and trauma
- Relationship and trauma focus
- Client-centered collaboration
- Accepting international clients
About Amber Sexton
Amber Sexton is a BACP-registered counsellor and psychotherapist based in the United Kingdom who brings five years of clinical experience to her practice. She trained with a BSc (Hons) in counselling and a FdSc Foundation Degree in Science Counselling, and continues to update her skills through targeted professional development courses on topics such as working with suicidal parts, crisis safety planning for young people, and approaches for shame and body-related issues.
Amber approaches therapy with warmth and a collaborative mindset, prioritizing a therapeutic relationship where people feel heard, respected, and guided at a pace that suits them. Her work is client-centered and values-based, helping individuals explore their past, increase self-awareness, and develop practical coping strategies to manage depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship difficulties, grief, and a wide range of life stresses. She also supports issues related to identity, family dynamics, intimacy, parenting, neurodiversity, and chronic health challenges.
Practitioner experience includes roles at Relational Counselling Tadworth and three years at The Awareness Centre (NHS). Amber aims to build trust and mutual understanding so that therapy can lead to meaningful change aligned with each person’s goals and values. More information about her practice is available at www.handinhandtherapy.co.uk.
Amber approaches therapy with warmth and a collaborative mindset, prioritizing a therapeutic relationship where people feel heard, respected, and guided at a pace that suits them. Her work is client-centered and values-based, helping individuals explore their past, increase self-awareness, and develop practical coping strategies to manage depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship difficulties, grief, and a wide range of life stresses. She also supports issues related to identity, family dynamics, intimacy, parenting, neurodiversity, and chronic health challenges.
Practitioner experience includes roles at Relational Counselling Tadworth and three years at The Awareness Centre (NHS). Amber aims to build trust and mutual understanding so that therapy can lead to meaningful change aligned with each person’s goals and values. More information about her practice is available at www.handinhandtherapy.co.uk.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
Stress, AnxietyLGBTFamily conflictsIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesCoping with life changesCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFertility issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHearing impairedHIV / AIDSHoardingHospice and end-of-life counselingImmigration issuesImpulsivityInfidelityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunctionSexualitySmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationTraumatic brain injuryTrichotillomaniaVisually impairedWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Existential Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Narrative Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Somatic Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Amber Sexton have?
Amber Sexton has five years of clinical experience as a counsellor and psychotherapist.
Is Amber Sexton a licensed therapist?
Yes. She is registered with the BACP, the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy. No additional license details are provided.
In which languages does Amber Sexton provide therapy?
Amber provides therapy in English.
Where is Amber Sexton located?
Amber is based in the United Kingdom.
How can I work with Amber Sexton as my therapist?
You can work with Amber through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Amber Sexton work with international clients?
Yes. Amber works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Amber Sexton cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic Approaches and Online Support
Amber integrates evidence-informed methods to tailor therapy to each person's needs. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify their values and learn practical ways to accept difficult thoughts and feelings while committing to meaningful action - it is often used for anxiety, depression, and life transitions. Attachment-Based Therapy explores how early relational patterns shape current relationships and emotional responses, supporting work on intimacy, abandonment, and family dynamics. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) offers structured techniques to identify and reframe unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, useful for mood disorders, anxiety, and stress management.Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Amber works collaboratively with clients to identify which methods fit best with their goals, preferences, and circumstances, and she adapts her approach as progress unfolds.
Online therapy options include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, which provide flexibility for scheduling and accessibility across locations. These formats allow licensed professionals and therapists to offer consistent support while making it easier to continue therapy amid busy lives, caregiving responsibilities, or geographic distance.