About Me
I am a BACP-registered trauma-informed counsellor Based in Taunton, Somerset.
Welcome to Ember Sky, my name is Samantha, and I am an integrative counsellor. This means that I draw on a range of therapeutic approaches to create a personalised and flexible experience that meets your unique needs. This means we can work together in a way that feels right for you, whether you're navigating the effects of trauma, living with a mental health condition, or simply feeling that life isn’t where you want it to be.
I am a registered member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and adhere to their ethical framework, ensuring a safe, respectful, and confidential space for our work together.
I am deeply committed to supporting adult survivors of childhood trauma and abuse and have spent many years researching and studying the lasting impacts this leaves. These early experiences can leave emotional impressions, often shaping how we perceive ourselves and others. In our work, we will move at your pace, gently exploring the past while building safety, resilience, and self-compassion in the present. I aim to help you reclaim your voice, reconnect with your inner strength, and rediscover a sense of hope and possibility.
Through my work with Mind, a national mental health charity, I have had the privilege of supporting adults navigating mental health challenges, as well as the friends and family members who stand beside them. Mental health difficulties can affect not only the individual but also those who care for them, often shaping their own emotional wellbeing in profound ways. I recognise the weight of these experiences and the importance of finding understanding, guidance, and support. Whether you are facing these challenges yourself or supporting a loved one, help is available. Together, we can explore ways to rebuild, cope, and strengthen resilience, ensuring that no one has to navigate this journey alone.
Over the years, I’ve supported many clients through a wide variety of challenges. My goal is to help you find healing, build resilience, and reconnect with the spark that brings meaning and vitality to your life.
Please reach out to me today to arrange a free introductory call, where we can determine if we're a good fit and explore how we can work together to build a path forward.
Adult one-to-one therapy support
I work one-to-one with adults who are navigating a wide range of emotional and psychological challenges, always with a trauma-informed approach. These may include, but are not limited to:
Trauma and PTSD
Anxiety and depression
Low self-esteem or self-worth
Grief and loss
Mental Health concerns (diagnosed and undiagnosed)
Relationship difficulties
Recovering from Domestic Abuse
Work-related stress
Life transitions or identity issues
Feeling stuck or disconnected from life
Personal growth and development
Together, we’ll explore what’s going on for you, at your pace, and in a way that feels supportive and empowering. Drawing on a range of therapeutic approaches, I can tailor-make the best support to give you space to explore your own feelings at a pace that works for you.
You may not know what you are looking for or what help and support you need; sometimes, having a space to talk purely for yourself can help you find your own way forwards.
Support for Parents and Caregivers
Parenting a child who has experienced abuse or is struggling with their mental health can be an overwhelming and isolating experience. I offer a supportive, trauma-informed space for parents and caregivers to explore their own emotional responses, gain insight into their child’s needs, and develop tools to navigate these complex challenges with compassion and confidence.
I work with parents of both young and adult children. Even when children grow up, their challenges and experiences still impact and affect those who love them.
In our work together, we can explore ways to support your child while also attending to your own well-being. Whether you're feeling helpless, anxious, or unsure of how best to respond, I’m here to walk alongside you, offering guidance, emotional support, and a non-judgmental space to process your experiences.
My approach is informed by recent studies and research into childhood trauma, attachment, and family dynamics, offering you guidance and support grounded in both empathy and evidence.
When someone we love is struggling, it can be challenging to know how best to support them, but it can also be difficult to find the right balance of support for ourselves so we can be there for them. We tend to focus on the person affected without consideration for the impacts these events may have on ourselves. It is not selfish to look after yourself; it is vital to enable us to look after others.
Childhood Trauma and Abuse
Supporting adult survivors of childhood trauma and abuse is a deeply meaningful part of my work. Over the past few years, I have dedicated significant time to studying and researching this area, deepening my understanding and enhancing the support I offer. Helping me to create a space that is both safe and empowering.
I recognise that early experiences of abuse or neglect can leave lasting emotional and psychological impacts, often influencing how we relate to ourselves, others, and the world around us. In our sessions, we will work gently and collaboratively, always at your pace, to explore your story, build emotional safety, and reconnect with your inner resilience.
I aim to support you in reclaiming your voice, fostering self-compassion, and moving toward a life that feels more grounded, hopeful, and whole. With a trauma-informed approach, I offer a space of psychological safety—a steady light in the darkness—where you can heal, rebuild, and grow at your own pace. No matter where you are in your journey, you are not alone, and together we can find the warmth, clarity, and resilience to move forward.
Whether you feel ready to talk about past experiences, are unsure of what to say, or prefer not to share at this time, all responses are valid and completely understandable. There is no expectation or pressure to disclose anything. Together, we can focus on the present and navigate its impacts, and if the time ever feels right, we can explore more at a pace that feels comfortable for you.
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