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Audrey Sandilands

Audrey Sandilands

Counsellor and Psychotherapist | Adults, Couples, Children and Young People

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Audrey Sandilands, counsellor and psychotherapist

About me

About me

Hello, I’m Audrey.

I’m a qualified counsellor and psychotherapist supporting adults, couples, children, young people and families with a wide range of emotional, psychological and relationship difficulties.

I have a particular interest in couples counselling and relationships, helping people navigate difficulties with communication, trust, conflict and emotional connection. I also work with individuals exploring relationship patterns, family dynamics and the impact of past experiences.

Alongside this, I support people experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, bereavement, low self-esteem and other emotional difficulties.

I understand that seeking counselling can feel daunting. Whether you’re looking for support individually or as a couple, my aim is to provide a welcoming, confidential space where you feel comfortable, understood and supported.

How I work

How I work

My approach is person-centred, compassionate and collaborative. I believe that building a trusting therapeutic relationship allows you to explore your concerns openly and at your own pace.

I draw on different therapeutic approaches to suit your needs, helping you develop greater self-awareness, understanding and practical ways to manage difficulties.

When working with couples, I aim to help both partners feel heard, understand the challenges affecting their relationship and find positive ways to improve communication and connection.

My training in relationship and attachment-based approaches also informs my work with individuals and couples, particularly when exploring established patterns and their impact on relationships.

Experience and training

Experience and training

Alongside my private practice, I have over 12 years’ experience working within NHS Children and Adolescent Mental Health Services (CAMHS), supporting young people and families with emotional difficulties, relationships and neurodivergence.

My professional training includes person-centred counselling and psychotherapy, CBT-based approaches, DBT, solution-focused therapy and Integrated Attachment Theory coaching. I have also recently qualified as a relationship coach.

I hold ADOS-2 certification and have experience supporting people with autism and ADHD.

I am a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and the National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society (NCPS).

Qualifications and additional training

Qualifications and additional training

  • BSc (Hons) Complementary Medicine Practice

  • DipHE Counselling & Psychotherapy (Person-Centred Approach)

  • Integrated Attachment Theory (IAT) Coach

  • Relationship Coaching – exact qualification to confirm

  • CYP IAPT – CBT-based practice

  • CBT, DBT and Solution-Focused Therapy training

  • ADOS-2 certification

  • Autism Awareness Diploma

  • NLP training