Space to Emerge As Your Authentic Self

Welcome. My name is Sarah Fay, I am the Founder of Wild Emergence Counselling. I am an Integrative Counsellor (MSc) and Ecotherapist. I work with whoever is drawn to work with me, regardless of where you find yourself on life's journey.

I work in an accepting, non-pathologising way - what does this mean? It means I work with the individual's relationship to their mind, emotions, and spirit through counselling and therapy, rather than working with or prioritising a diagnosis or label. This frees up space for the many parts that make us human to be present in counselling; including the parts we may feel uncomfortable sharing in our wider relationships. It is my aim to create a warm, accepting and empowering atmosphere to facilitate your healing potential.

I work in a standard online (video call) or in-person therapy room format. I also offer the option to work in nature-based settings in the Calder Valley area, for those who would like to explore their inner world within nature. Please see here for more information about my local venue, fees and availability. For more of a sense of how I work, and to access free support or resources, follow my new blog here on this website and my instagram @wild.emergence.counselling. I appreciate your engagement as I expand this new venture.

My Approach

"We are all our own universe within a universe" - Roger Vielle, elder of the Blackfeet Nation

Who & What Areas or Themes I work With

I am open to all who feel drawn to work with me. Please contact me if you have a query or wish to discuss your requirements. I have frequent experience of working with the below individuals, communities or issues:

• LGBTQIA+ individuals

• Neurodiversity; including ADHD, Autism and Highly Sensitive People or Empaths

• Relationships & intimacy (including infidelity, non-monogamy, or difficulties with self-expression and relational trauma)

• Students and young people (over 18)

• Bereavement (including animal / pet)

• Loss, grief and change (including relationships, environmental or major life transitions)

• Chronic health conditions and disability, or caring for someone experiencing these

• Power struggles or conflicts (including at work, in relationships, or social/political)

• Recovery from emotional or psychological abuse

• Sexuality and gender exploration (I am GSRD-aware)

• Exploring identity, spirituality or relationship with nature or place

Affirmative & Inclusive

I aim to create a comfortable and affirmative space for marginalised experiences and diverse identities.

Your healing and self-discovery are at the heart of my approach.

I am trained as an Integrative Counsellor (MSc). I bring a variety of approaches and strategies from my training and experience to support your counselling needs. I work with you to explore and understand blocks, barriers or difficulties you encounter that impact your mental or emotional health. It is my wish to help you find ways to live a more meaningful, peaceful and authentic life. This may include, for example, managing stress reactions, adapting to change, or exploring a past or current event of emotional significance. I prioritise building enough emotional safety in the therapeutic relationship, so you can work to the depth and pace you feel most comfortable with in any given area of your life.

For many, the transformative powers of being truly heard by someone who is separate from their other relationships, can be healing enough. Together, we begin here.

Therapeutic Support Available

Wild Emergence offers flexible and adaptable options to explore your current or even long term mental health challenges or emotional difficulties.

Nature-based Counselling or 'walk-and-talk'

Experience personalised one-to-one counselling in the landscape of the beautiful Calder Valley, West Yorkshire. We can discuss your access needs and find a location or 'walk-and-talk' program to suit your therapeutic journey.

Counselling In-person or Online

Engage in sessions at one of my Calder Valley-based venues in-person. Alternatively, from your home via online video-call sessions that provide flexibility and comfort, while addressing your emotional and mental health needs.