Welcome to Sally Cloke Counselling
Individual, Couples, Discernment Counselling & Supervision in Ashford, Kent & Online
Hello. My name is Sally Cloke, and I am an empathetic, caring, and passionate individual and couples counsellor, as well as an experienced supervisor. I understand that seeking help or professional guidance can feel like a big step, so I do my very best to make you feel comfortable, safe, and at ease.
It isn’t easy being a human being, and I believe we all benefit from treating ourselves with kindness. Through personal experience, I've learned the value of taking time for myself and connecting with the healing power of nature. My goal is to inspire you to find joy in the little things and build a meaningful, contented way of living.
I offer confidential individual and couples face-to-face counselling and supervision in my comfortable and calming private room on the outskirts of Ashford, Kent. The location features private parking right on the drive for quiet, stress-free access. I also provide flexible online counselling and supervision for clients and supervisees across the UK via secure video platforms.
We don't have to do all of it alone. We were never meant to.
― Brené Brown,
My Therapeutic & Supervisory Approach
I am an Integrative Counsellor and an accredited member of the British Association for Counselling & Psychotherapy (BACP), having trained with the only NHS-recognised, BACP-accredited college. Because everyone is unique, I tailor my approach to suit your individual needs.
- Diploma In Integrative Counselling
- Certificate in Counselling Studies
- Certificate in Counselling Skills
- Couples Relationship Counselling
- Ellyn Bader Development Model in Couples Counselling
- Diploma in Professional Supervision
The work I do is deeply rooted within my belief that we are all individuals, and we are each to be treated accordingly. When you sit with me, you will be met with true humanness and a safe space entirely free of judgment.
I work organically with my clients and supervisees, offering specific, regularly arranged sessions or a more flexible rhythm to provide support as and when it is required. Depending on your needs, these can be arranged as 50-minute sessions, hour-long appointments, or pre-arranged extended sessions. I believe in a together attuned, "we" way of working collaboratively, where your pace is respected and we explore your experiences side by side. We can also choose to incorporate a creative approach into our sessions to explore thoughts and emotions in a way that feels natural and accessible to you. Although couple work can also have a more structured approach, our alliance remains collaborative and completely tailored to your relationship dynamics.
My practice is inclusive and neurodiversity-affirming. I warmly welcome neurodivergent individuals—including autistic people and ADHDers—ensuring we are all accepted for who we are, whatever your reason for coming to see me.
If you are struggling with distress, anxiety, depression, or unwanted intrusive thoughts, please know that you don't have to face them alone. Together, we will build a trusting therapeutic relationship to help you explore your concerns safely.
Services
“When you are in full contact (e.g. with a person, positive experience), change is inevitable”
― Erving Polster.
What Issues Can Counselling Help With?
People seek therapeutic support for a wide range of deeply personal life challenges.
I provide a collaborative, non-judgmental space to help clients navigate:
Neurodivergent Support
Autism, ADHD, burnout, masking, and executive dysfunction
Family & Relationship Difficulties
Navigating misunderstandings, generational tensions, boundary issues, and shifting dynamics within extended family units
Mood & Emotional Well-being:
Anxiety, panic attacks, depression, low mood, and generalised stress
Self-Esteem
Low self-esteem, lack of confidence, self-harm, and anger management
Relationships & Identity
Relationship difficulties, affairs, betrayals, sexuality, and abuse
Life Transitions
Bleakness, bereavement, grief, loss of role, loss of identity, addictions, and major transitions like retirement
What Can Professional Supervision Help With?
Supervision serves a distinct supportive and reflective purpose, separate from therapy.
I provide both clinical and non-clinical supervision designed to empower qualified practitioners, trainees, and professionals working in demanding, community-facing, or helping roles with:
Work Stress & Burnout Management
Managing heavy workloads, navigating career transitions, processing workplace bullying, overcoming imposter syndrome, and establishing healthy professional boundaries in your working life
A Trusting Alliance
Working openly and collaboratively to ensure you feel safe, heard, and emotionally contained within your professional role
Personal Development & Self-Care
Nurturing your resilience, processing the secondary emotional impact of your workload or professional responsibilities, and ensuring a healthy, sustainable life balance
Self-compassion is simply giving the same kindness to ourselves that we would give to others.
- Christopher Germer
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Location & Practicalities
For those choosing face-to-face sessions, my practice is located in a private, comfortable, and calming setting on the outskirts of Ashford, Kent.
- Private Parking: The practice features dedicated private parking right on the drive, ensuring your arrival is quiet, stress-free, and completely private.
- Online Availability: If you prefer the comfort of your own space or live further away, all services are fully available online via secure Zoom video links. Contact me to find out more about how online therapy works.
Contact Sally Cloke Counselling
Book a Free Consultation
Taking the first step toward support can feel like a significant decision. Please call me on 07743 401350 or email me using the contact form below to arrange a free 15-minute phone chat or an initial face-to-face meeting. We can use this introductory space to explore the specific reasons you are considering counselling or supervision, answer any questions you may have about how it works, determine whether it could be helpful for your circumstances, and decide if I am the right practitioner to support you.
For more information on my services please view my terms and conditions and privacy policy.
Crisis Support & Immediate Help
If you are feeling suicidal or find yourself in a mental health crisis, please know that you do not have to struggle with these overwhelming feelings alone. Please reach out to one of the trusted, free resources below:
- Call NHS 111: Free to call from any phone, open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week for urgent mental health support and advice.
- Contact Your GP: Request an emergency appointment with your local surgery.
- The Samaritans: Call 116 123 for a free, confidential 24-hour telephone service available for whatever you are going through. You can also email jo@samaritans.org (response time may take a couple of days).
- Shout Crisis Text Line: Text SHOUT to 85258 for free, confidential 24/7 support via text message.
- CALM (Campaign Against Living Miserably): Call 0800 58 58 58 (Available from 5:00 pm to midnight every day) or access their webchat service at The Calm Zone.
- SOS Silence of Suicide: Call their Freephone Helpline on 0808 115 1505 (Open Monday–Friday, 8:00 pm to midnight; Saturday & Sunday, 4:00 pm to midnight). You can also email contact@silenceofsuicidesos.org.uk.
- Childline: For children and young people under 19. Call 0800 1111. The call is completely free and the number will not show up on your phone bill.
- Go to any hospital A&E (Accident & Emergency) department and tell the staff you are in crisis.
- Call 999 to request an emergency ambulance.
- Walk into any local Police Station and ask for help.
Please consider talking to a trusted family member or a close friend about what is happening for you. Opening up to someone you know can provide an extra layer of comfort and help keep you safe.