About Sarah Victor
Clinical Practice
I have been in clinical practice since 2007. As a UKCP Registered Psychotherapist and Clinical Supervisor, I work with individuals to navigate complex life transitions, manage anxiety, and resolve long-standing emotional patterns. My clinical experience began in the voluntary sector within a large Birmingham-based counselling centre before I established my private practice.
Professional Background & Regulatory Experience
Before my clinical training, I spent thirteen years working within a national environmental and regulatory body. My role involved navigating the complexities of a large national organization, including work on environmental resilience and influencing high-level policy. This required extensive liaison with Regional and Local Government, Members of Parliament, and various stakeholders.
This background gives me a practical understanding of the pressures inherent in large, technical systems and the particular challenges faced by those in scientific, regulatory, or high-responsibility roles. Having been involved in advancing employee stress management processes during my time in the public sector, I am deeply interested in how we facilitate internal resilience and remain effective when external pressures are high.
Published Work
My interest in the intersection of the environment and psychology led me to publish: "Managing the Flood: An Integrative Psychotherapeutic Approach to the Environmental Challenges of Living in Today’s World" (British Journal of Psychotherapy Integration, 2018). I often explore how our relationship with the environment can serve as a source of containment for anxiety.
Qualifications & Specialized Training
- MA in Integrative Psychotherapy
- University of Birmingham/SPTI
- Diploma in Clinical Supervision
- Sherwood Psychotherapy Training Institute
- BSc (Hons) Environmental Science
- University of Brighton
- UKCP Registered Psychotherapist & Supervisor
