About Sarah, Psychologist Auckland
Psychologist Auckland. Sarah Bramhall is the owner and director of SB Psychology Services in Auckland, NZ.
Training & Background
Sarah is a registered Psychologist in Auckland and holds a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Psychology and Sociology, a Master of Science Degree in Forensic Psychology and a Post Graduate Diploma in Forensic Psychology. Sarah holds full membership with the New Zealand Psychological Society and the British Psychological Society.
Sarah completed her training in the UK and became a Chartered Forensic Psychologist in 2010. Keen to travel and experience new cultures, she moved to New Zealand in 2011. Sarah immediately fell in love with New Zealand, and is now a Citizen. Sarah began working for the Department of Corrections, where she remained for seven years. In 2017 she established her independent practice, specialising in psychological assessment and treatment, and supervision and consultation.
The mind, once stretched by a new idea, never returns to it’s orginal dimensions.
Approach
Sarah is passionate about helping people and works to create an atmosphere where her clients feel comfortable and safe. She helps her clients to develop insight into the distressing patterns in their life and works alongside to identify and empower her clients to create healthy choices and alternatives. Sarah takes a holistic yet practical approach with her clients and draws on a range of evidence-based psychological therapies such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectic Behavioural Therapy (DBT), Schema Therapy, Mindfulness, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR). Sarah values the experiences each client brings and uses their unique qualities and strengths to bring about positive change and improve quality of life.
Contact Sarah Bramhall for your Psychologist Auckland today!
You’re only given one little spark of madness.
You musn’t lose it.
FAQ's
What is the difference between a Psychologist and a Psychiatrist?
Psychiatrists prescribe medication, psychologists can't. Psychiatrists diagnose illness, manage treatment and provide a range of therapies for complex and serious mental illness. Psychologists focus on providing psychotherapy (talk therapy) to help patients.
What can SB Psychology provide assistance with?
Sarah specialises in assessment and treatment with adult males and females, and young people (13-21). She provides assistance with:
- Depression
- Anxiety
- Stress and wellbeing
- Post Traumatic Stress Disorder
- Substance use and Addictions
- Sexual abuse
- Work related injury
- Relationship issues
- Offence focused rehabilitation
If you can't see what you are looking for, please get in touch.
How do I know it will work?
Sarah is passionate about helping people and works to create an atmosphere where her clients feel comfortable and safe. She helps her clients to develop insight into the distressing patterns in their life and works alongside to identify and empower her clients to create healthy choices and alternatives. Sarah takes a holistic yet practical approach with her clients and draws on a range of evidence-based psychological therapies such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectic Behavioural Therapy (DBT), Schema Therapy, Mindfulness, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR). Sarah values the experiences each client brings and uses their unique qualities and strengths to bring about positive change and improve quality of life.
If you still aren't sure that SB Psychology Services if right for you, please get in touch for a confidential chat with Sarah today.
How do I get an appointment?
There are two ways this can happen.
If you are currently under the care of your doctor, ask them to send a referral to SB Psychology Services - just give them this web address!
If you are not under the care of a doctor, you may contact us directly however we may not be the service you require.
What can I expect in my first session?
Sarah will spend the initial session exploring what has prompted you to seek help and considering which approach will be best to help you achieve your goals or enhance your wellbeing. This involves finding out what is important to you, where you want to get to, your values and strengths as well as exploring your difficulties and the issue that has resulting in you deciding to seek help. Sarah will work from a collaborative and tailored therapy model that will help you get where you want to be.
How many sessions will I need?
Sarah will advise you at the start of therapy of the recommended number of sessions required to help you reach you goal.
How long are the appointments?
Sessions are 50 minutes in duration.
Can I bring a support person/whānau member?
It is important that you feel comfortable when you attend sessions. Support people and whānau are most welcome. Bringing them along, particularly to your first session can help alleviate any anxiety related to attending the session.
NOW is a great time to get in touch!
SB Psychology Services in Auckland are actively accepting referrals and patients.
Please get in touch to discuss how we can help.