Sarah Mac Farlane, BACP
Integrative therapist for anxiety, trauma, relationships
- Stress and anxiety
- Trauma and abuse
- Couples therapy experience
About Sarah Mac Farlane
Sarah Mac Farlane is a qualified, registered therapist practising in the United Kingdom with nine years of professional experience. She is a member of the BACP - the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy - which is a professional body for counsellors and psychotherapists. Sarah works in an integrative way, drawing on different evidence-informed methods to meet each person's needs and goals.
She supports people experiencing stress and anxiety, trauma and abuse, intrusive thoughts and phobias, low motivation and self-esteem, grief, anger management, and depression. She also offers couples work and has training in relational methods to help partners address communication and connection. Her clinical training includes cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), dialectical behaviour therapy (DBT), mindfulness approaches, brain-working recursive therapy (BWRT), and acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), and she tailors those tools to fit the situation presented by each client.
Sarah believes that clients are the experts in their own lives and that therapy builds on existing strengths to navigate change. She frames the first step toward a more fulfilling life as an act of courage and positions herself as a supportive collaborator throughout that process.
She supports people experiencing stress and anxiety, trauma and abuse, intrusive thoughts and phobias, low motivation and self-esteem, grief, anger management, and depression. She also offers couples work and has training in relational methods to help partners address communication and connection. Her clinical training includes cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), dialectical behaviour therapy (DBT), mindfulness approaches, brain-working recursive therapy (BWRT), and acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), and she tailors those tools to fit the situation presented by each client.
Sarah believes that clients are the experts in their own lives and that therapy builds on existing strengths to navigate change. She frames the first step toward a more fulfilling life as an act of courage and positions herself as a supportive collaborator throughout that process.
Areas of Expertise
Also Specializes In
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 personalityDissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFertility issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHIV / 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 Gottman Method Hypnotherapy Jungian Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Somatic Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Sarah Mac Farlane have?
Sarah Mac Farlane has nine years of professional experience.
Is Sarah Mac Farlane a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds membership of the BACP (British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy), a professional body for counsellors and psychotherapists.
In which languages does Sarah Mac Farlane provide therapy?
Therapy is provided in English.
Where is Sarah Mac Farlane located?
Sarah Mac Farlane is located in the United Kingdom.
How can I work with Sarah Mac Farlane as my therapist?
You can work with Sarah Mac Farlane through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Sarah Mac Farlane work with international clients?
Yes, Sarah Mac Farlane works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Sarah Mac Farlane 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, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just 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
Sarah blends several well-established approaches to tailor online therapy to each person's needs. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify what matters to them and take small, practical steps toward those values while learning to relate differently to difficult thoughts and feelings. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and adjusting unhelpful thought and behaviour patterns to reduce symptoms like anxiety and low mood and to build practical coping skills. Attachment-Based Therapy explores how early relationship patterns influence current connections and emotional responses, which can be useful for relationship difficulties, separation anxiety, and long-standing relational wounds.Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Sarah works collaboratively with clients to determine which methods suit their goals, preferences, and circumstances. She adapts techniques and pacing to match individual needs rather than applying a one-size-fits-all model.
Online sessions via video, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging make it easier to fit therapy into busy lives and to access support from different locations. These options offer flexibility in scheduling, allow people to choose the communication style that feels most comfortable, and make ongoing work more accessible for those managing complex responsibilities or mobility constraints.