Welcome to Sally Cloke Counselling
Individual, Couples, Discernment Counselling & Supervision in Ashford, Kent & Online
Hello and a very warm welcome. My name is Sally Cloke. I am an integrative counsellor and relationship therapist, as well as an experienced supervisor committed to offering a deeply caring, passionate, and empathetic space for your personal growth and healing. My focus is on providing a kind, supportive, and grounded environment where you can feel heard, valued, and understood.
Because everyone is completely unique, I tailor my approach to suit your individual needs. I have been trained to do this, and it is what being an integrative counsellor truly means. Our time together is shaped entirely around you, your pace, and what you need. Whether you are seeking one-to-one individual therapy, specialised couples counselling, or collaborative professional supervision, our sessions are designed to fit your unique circumstances.
Taking the step to reach out for professional support can feel like a big moment, especially if you or your partner are currently facing uncertainty about your future together. Alongside traditional therapy, I offer structured and dedicated discernment counselling to help couples gain clarity and confidence when deciding on the next steps for their relationship. Whatever your starting point, my absolute priority is to make you feel deeply comfortable, safe, and at ease from our very first conversation. I want you to know that you can just be yourself with me—there is no need to perform or find the perfect words.
Being human isn't always easy, and I truly believe we all cope better when we treat ourselves with gentle kindness. Through my own life journey, I have learned how vital it is to pause, take a breath, and connect with the calming, healing power of nature. My genuine hope is to support you in finding joy in the little things and to help you build a meaningful, contented, and authentic way of living.
I offer a quiet, confidential space for face-to-face sessions in my comfortable and calming private room on the outskirts of Ashford, Kent. There is private parking right on the driveway, making your arrival peaceful, stress-free, and completely private. If you live further away or prefer the convenience of staying at home, I also provide flexible and highly secure online counselling and supervision sessions for clients and supervisees across the UK and internationally. Global remote sessions are very welcome and are structured to fit seamlessly within international legal and insurance guidelines.
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), and I am NHS-trained. 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 Level 1 and 2
- Diploma in Professional Supervision
The work I do is deeply rooted in 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.
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
Speak in Confidence
Counselling takes place in a safe space, where you can meet with someone who will listen with sensitivity, empathy, and without judgment. In the therapy space, thoughts and feelings can be expressed freely and in confidence.
A problem shared ...
Trouble with a relationship, anxiety or panic attacks, mood swings or depression - many people face difficulties in their everyday lives that can be hard to get on top of. Counselling gives us a set of tools we can use to help gain a better understanding of what’s causing these problems - and how you can move towards managing or resolving them.
Make better, healthier new choices
Working together I can help you gain greater insight into the difficulties you are facing, help you understand why you act or react to them the way you do, and see how you can start to make better, heathier choices moving forward.
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.
Emergency and Crisis Support
If you are feeling suicidal, in crisis, or struggling with your feelings right now, please know that you do not have to carry this alone. Please reach out to one of the trusted, free, confidential resources below for immediate support:
- 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.