Sam Cox, BACP

Sam Cox is a counsellor who helps people who feel stuck, overwhelmed or uncertain about next steps. He works at a pace that suits each person and places the therapeutic relationship at the centre of sessions. Sam offers a calm, straightforward way of talking through worries so people can begin to feel more in control.

He describes his practice as integrative and person-centred, drawing on psychodynamic ideas to look at how past relationships shape current feelings. That means conversations often include exploring life history, important relationships and repeated patterns. The aim is to make sense of emotions and behaviours so small, manageable changes feel possible.

Sam trained in psychotherapy at The Mary Ward Centre and Kingston College, London. He has four years' professional experience and has worked in a variety of settings, including the National Health Service, prison services, student wellbeing centres, housing charities, general practice and addiction services. These roles have shaped his practical approach to everyday problems.

People come to him for anxiety, depression, stress, addiction, trauma and relationship difficulties, among other concerns. He also lists ageing and geriatric issues and caregiver stress among his focus areas. Sessions typically begin with questions about current struggles, personal history and goals so therapy can be personalised.

To start, people complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability. Sam welcomes clients who need help across different life stages and aims to adapt therapy to fit practical commitments.

How therapeutic approaches translate to online work

Sam uses person-centred practice, which focuses on listening closely and responding to what matters to each person. This approach helps people feel heard and guides conversations toward their goals, whether they are dealing with anxiety, grief or caregiver stress.

He also draws on psychodynamic ideas to look at patterns that come from earlier relationships. Talking about past experiences can reveal repeated dynamics and emotional habits, which can then be worked with in the present to free up different choices and responses.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. Sam will talk with each person about their needs, goals and preferences and then try ways of working that fit. This collaborative process means the therapy can be adjusted as things change.

Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life by removing travel time and allowing more flexible scheduling. It can also allow shorter check-ins when needed, and make it simpler to attend from different locations. The original profile does not list specific session formats, so confirm current options before booking to know which formats are available.