Somatic-Therapists

The therapist listings are provided by BetterHelp and we will earn a commission if you use our link - at no cost to you.

Sally Masson, BACP

Compassionate counsellor focusing on body-aware change

Book with Sally
SM Portrait of Sally Masson

About Sally

Sally Masson is a counsellor who helps people cope with stress, anxiety, relationship difficulties, trauma and abuse, depression and major life changes. She supports individuals facing grief, addiction, parenting strain, sleep problems, low self-esteem and career uncertainty. Sally also works with concerns such as intimacy, anger, ADHD and many practical communication problems.

Her approach is down-to-earth and collaborative. She encourages people to notice how feelings show up in the body and to use that awareness to change patterns.

Book with Sally Now Review online therapy options and next steps on BetterHelp.

Background and approach

Sessions combine talking with attention to physical sensations and practical tools to manage distress. With ten years' experience and registration with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP), Sally adapts her methods to each person. She draws on attachment-based ideas to look at how early relationships affect present behaviour.

She also uses elements of emotion-focused work and dialectical behaviour principles when those fit the client's needs. Sally aims to create a steady, non-judgemental space where difficult feelings can be named and handled. She tends to favour clear, simple steps alongside deeper reflection so people can feel more in control between sessions.

The pace and focus are agreed together at the start of therapy. Practical information is discussed up front, including session format and what to expect. People attend by video call, phone, live chat or text messaging according to preference.

Sally works from the United Kingdom and conducts sessions in English.

How bodily awareness and attachment shape online therapy

Somatic work pays close attention to how emotions appear in the body, such as tightness, breath changes or agitation, and uses that awareness to shift stuck patterns. It can help when anxiety, trauma or strong reactions feel rooted in physical sensation rather than only in thought.

Attachment-based therapy looks at how early relationship patterns influence current connections and reactions. It helps people notice repeating hurts and try new ways of relating that feel safer and more effective.

Sally treats finding the right approach as a collaborative process. She talks with each person about their goals and tries methods that suit those aims. Together they review what helps and adjust the focus over time so the work stays useful and relevant.

Online sessions are offered by video call, phone, live chat or text-based messaging to make therapy fit around everyday life. These formats let people join from home, fit sessions around work or caregiving, and keep progress moving between appointments. Therapists and registered or accredited professionals often find these options increase flexibility while still allowing meaningful therapeutic work.
Book with Sally Now Review online therapy options and next steps on BetterHelp.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of problems does this counsellor help with?
Sally supports people dealing with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, depression, relationship problems and life changes. Additional areas include grief, addictions, parenting strain, sleep issues, self-esteem and career concerns.
What is the therapist's general style and approach?
Her style is practical and collaborative with attention to both feelings and bodily experience. Conversations are paired with simple tools to manage strong emotions between sessions.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has ten years of experience working in counselling and psychotherapy settings. That background informs how she adapts methods to each person’s circumstances.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and practises from the United Kingdom.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the UK work with her?
International clients are not currently accepted; she works with people located in the United Kingdom.
What session formats are available online?
She offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging to suit different preferences and practical needs.
How are fees and starting up handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability and sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time. To begin, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule according to therapist availability.

Specialties and expertise

Top specialties

Also works with

Therapeutic approaches

Experience
10 years
Licensed
Languages
English