- Person-centred
- Psychodynamic
- Trauma support
About Sam
Sam Cox is a BACP counsellor in the United Kingdom with four years' experience. He works with adults dealing with stress, anxiety, addiction, relationship concerns, trauma and abuse, and depression. Sam also supports people facing issues connected to abandonment, adoption and foster care, attachment, and body image.
Sessions begin with questions about current difficulties and personal history. Sam asks about relationships, strengths and goals, and listens to what matters to the client. He keeps a steady pace and adjusts to what feels manageable for each person.
Sam practises as an integrative psychotherapist, combining person-centred and psychodynamic ways of working. Person-centred work means the conversation focuses on what the client notices and wants to change. Psychodynamic work brings in patterns from past relationships to help make sense of present feelings and behaviour.
He studied psychotherapy at The Mary Ward Centre and Kingston College, London. His background includes work in the NHS, prison services, student wellbeing, Shelter housing centres, family health centres, GP settings and addiction services. This variety informs how he responds to different kinds of problems.
Practical matters are spoken about in early sessions. Sam and the client map out priorities and agree on the pace of work. That could mean short-term focused work on anxiety and stress, or more open-ended exploration where trauma, attachment and past losses are part of the discussion.
How Sam’s approaches translate to online sessions
Sam works with person-centred and psychodynamic approaches. Person-centred work focuses on the client’s current experience and what they want to change. It involves open listening and reflecting back what the client says, which can help with anxiety, stress and relationship concerns.Psychodynamic work looks at patterns that come from past relationships and early experiences. It aims to make those patterns easier to notice so they have less power over current choices and emotions, which is often useful when dealing with trauma, attachment wounds, shame or persistent relationship problems.
Choosing the best approach is part of the work. Sam will discuss options and try methods that suit the client’s needs, goals and preferences. This is a collaborative process and the approach can shift as the work progresses.
The biography describes working online but does not list specific session formats, so confirm the available options before booking. Online sessions can reduce travel time and fit therapy into busy days. They can also make it easier to have shorter check-ins, avoid commuting, or choose audio-only if video feels difficult. Registered or accredited professionals, including therapists, often adapt how they meet to match a person's practical needs.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
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Experience
4+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does he work with?
He works with stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, and depression, plus related concerns such as abandonment and attachment problems.
How does he approach feelings of guilt or shame?
He uses a blend of person-centred listening and psychodynamic thinking to help you understand where guilt or shame come from and how they affect current behaviour.
How much experience does he have?
He has four years' experience practising as a professional therapist across health, criminal justice and community settings.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and is based in the United Kingdom.
Can I see him if I live outside the UK?
He accepts international clients and offers sessions in English.
What session formats does he offer?
The biography describes working together online but does not list exact session formats; please confirm current session options before booking.
How are sessions charged?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule a first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger or thinking about harming yourself, use the crisis numbers.