Sarah Bayford, BACP
Relational therapist for self and relationships
- Relationship-focused care
- Support for trauma
- Online therapy options
About Sarah Bayford
Sarah Bayford is a relational therapist who concentrates on the quality of people's connections with others and with themselves. With seven years of experience, she supports clients facing anxiety, stress, depression, shame, guilt and a wide range of interpersonal difficulties involving family, friends and colleagues. Her work emphasizes the central role of self-relationship - helping people become more comfortable in their own skin, find the confidence to set boundaries such as saying no, and reduce the barriers that stop them from living in a way that feels authentic and peaceful.
Sarah helps clients work through feelings of inferiority and shame so they can build healthier relationships and make choices that suit their needs. She offers practical and emotional support aimed at strengthening self-worth and improving relationship patterns, enabling people to move toward the life they want even when change feels unlikely.
As an experienced adult therapist she is qualified to work with young adults and is currently in training to work with children and young people. She holds the BACP credential - a recognition from the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy - and practices in the United Kingdom. More information can be found on her website at sarah-bayford-counselling-and-psychotherapy.co.uk
Sarah helps clients work through feelings of inferiority and shame so they can build healthier relationships and make choices that suit their needs. She offers practical and emotional support aimed at strengthening self-worth and improving relationship patterns, enabling people to move toward the life they want even when change feels unlikely.
As an experienced adult therapist she is qualified to work with young adults and is currently in training to work with children and young people. She holds the BACP credential - a recognition from the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy - and practices in the United Kingdom. More information can be found on her website at sarah-bayford-counselling-and-psychotherapy.co.uk
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
AddictionsLGBTGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeBody imageCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDependent personalityDissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameHoardingIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisMood disordersNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPersonality disordersPost-traumatic stressProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Existential Therapy Jungian Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Somatic Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems Systemic Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Sarah Bayford have?
Sarah Bayford has seven years of experience.
Is Sarah Bayford a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the BACP credential. No additional license details are provided.
In which languages does Sarah Bayford provide therapy?
Therapy is provided in English.
Where is Sarah Bayford located?
Sarah Bayford is located in the United Kingdom.
How can I work with Sarah Bayford as my therapist?
You can work with Sarah Bayford through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Sarah Bayford work with international clients?
Sarah Bayford does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Sarah Bayford 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
Sarah draws on Attachment-Based Therapy to explore how early and current relationship patterns shape emotions and responses in close connections; this approach can help with attachment issues, abandonment fears and improving intimacy. She also uses Client-Centered Therapy, which prioritizes the client's experience and fosters a nonjudgmental, empathetic environment where people can develop greater self-acceptance and clarity about their needs. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is another part of her practice and offers practical strategies to identify and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, useful for anxiety, depression, and stress management.Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Sarah works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods best fit their needs, goals and preferences. That collaborative exploration helps tailor sessions to the individual rather than applying a single technique to everyone.
Online therapy with Sarah includes video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging, providing flexible options that fit varied schedules and life demands. These formats make it easier to access consistent support from licensed professionals and therapists while maintaining continuity of care when attending in-person sessions is difficult.