Sandra Ankrah, NCPS

Sandra Ankrah is a counsellor who helps people facing midlife concerns and other major life changes. She listens without judgement and offers steady, straightforward support. Sandra speaks English and Twi and works from a humane, person-focused stance. Sandra trained as a counsellor and holds NCPS accreditation, which she references as part of her professional standing. Over ten years she has worked with people dealing with grief and loss, low self-esteem, relationship problems and parenting stresses. She also supports people adjusting to sudden illness and those caring for others. Her approach grows from Client-Centred, or Person-Centred, principles. Sessions are about the client’s priorities, not a therapist telling someone what to do. Sandra aims to be genuine and respectful while helping clients reflect on choices and next steps. She also draws on Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and Psychodynamic ideas when they suit a client’s needs. That means practical ways to change unhelpful thoughts and attention to life patterns that shape current feelings. Solution-Focused techniques are used to build small, achievable goals. Sandra tailors conversations and plans to each person. She recognises that taking the first step is difficult and offers steady support while people work towards clearer goals and better day-to-day coping. Before booking, confirm current session arrangements and practical details with her team.

Approaches used in online therapy sessions

Client-Centred Therapy focuses on listening and helping the person set their own goals. It helps with low self-esteem, relationship worries and life changes by creating space to reflect and decide what matters. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) looks at how thoughts, feelings and behaviours link together and introduces practical exercises to reduce anxiety and improve mood. Psychodynamic Therapy pays attention to repeating patterns from a person’s past and how these affect current relationships and feelings. Finding the right approach is part of the work. Sandra will discuss what feels most useful and adapt methods to match each person’s needs, goals and preferences. Decisions about techniques happen together, and plans are reviewed as progress continues. Practical benefits of online therapy include easier fitting sessions into a busy day and avoiding travel time. Some formats can make shorter check-ins or audio-only meetings simpler when video is difficult, while others allow more in-depth sessions with visual cues. Confirm which session formats are currently offered before booking so arrangements match everyday life and practical needs.