You don't have to carry it on your own
Individual counselling for adults and young people (11+) in the Peak District and online.
When life feels loud, it can be difficult to hear your own voice
Whatever you're carrying, I meet you where you are and walk alongside you - supporting you as you find your way back to yourself. You deserve to be heard and accepted exactly as you are.
Hello, I'm Sian
I am here to help you reconnect with yourself. I work from the simple truth that the most meaningful work begins in the moment you finally feel safe enough to be exactly who you are.
Because everyone deserves to be truly heard, I don't meet you as a problem to be solved, but as a person with a unique story that deserves to be held with care. Together, we can find the stillness you need to hear your own voice again.
More about my approach →
Making sense of what feels difficult
Therapy offers the time and space to slow down - a chance to pause and reflect. We begin with what feels most important to you in the present, taking time to understand the experiences and relationships that have brought you to this point. Over time, greater awareness creates more choice; and with choice comes the possibility for change.
The pace is always yours. Our work evolves as you do.
How we can work together →Explore my services
I work with individuals navigating a range of specific life challenges - from anxiety, low mood and burnout, to relationship difficulties or long standing emotional struggles.
My role is to provide a thoughtful, reliable presence where you can untangle the things that feel heavy or unclear. We focus on the realities of your day-to-day life, allowing you to explore your experiences in a way that feels supportive, intentional, and entirely at your own pace.
I provide a warm, respectful environment for young people navigating the unique pressures of growing up - from the stress of school and exams, to the confusion surrounding a changing sense of self.
Sessions are shaped around how each young person naturally expresses themselves, incorporating creative or visual tools where helpful. My aim is to help them feel genuinely heard, supporting them to find their own sense of empowerment as they make sense of the world around them.
Online therapy offers the same relational depth as meeting in person, with the added flexibility of being in your own environment.
Using a secure and confidential platform, we can work together regardless of your location. This is often a supportive option for those with busy schedules or for anyone who finds the familiarity of home a more accessible place to begin.
Hello, I'm Sian
If you're here, you're probably asking yourself a few questions - who am I, what can I offer you, and whether counselling is the right next step.
As an integrative counsellor, I see therapy as a collaborative, evolving relationship built on trust, attunement, and compassion. I blend my clinical training with a deep commitment to showing up authentically, creating a respectful and flexible space where adults and young people (11+) can gently face difficult emotions. Together, we can navigate life's challenges and open up new possibilities for your long-term well-being - always moving at a pace that feels entirely safe for you.
Are we a good fit?
Finding room to breathe, face difficult emotions, and discover new possibilities within a supportive relationship.
People come to therapy for many reasons. For some, it looks like navigating anxiety, burnout, trauma, or relationship difficulties; for others, it is simply a quiet sense that something isn't quite right. Alongside my general practice, I specialize in offering an accommodating, respectful space for neurodivergent minds, ensuring my approach is always responsive to your unique way of moving through the world.
To give you a sense of my practice and see if it aligns with what you need, these are the areas I bring particular depth to:
Neurodiversity+
Supporting those who identify as neurodivergent - or are exploring that possibility - to better understand their needs and strengths in a world not always designed for them.
Body image+
A space to explore your relationship with your body and sense of self, especially where criticism, comparison, or shame may have shaped how you see yourself.
Burnout & stress+
Supporting you to understand what has led to feeling overwhelmed, exhausted, or stretched beyond your limits, and to begin restoring a more sustainable way of living.
Trauma+
Working gently and at a pace that feels safe for you, to make sense of experiences that may still feel present, and to support a growing sense of safety and reconnection within yourself.
Attachment & relationships+
Exploring how your early relationships shape the way you connect with self and others, helping you develop a steadier sense of security within yourself.
Life transitions+
Offering support during periods of change - chosen or unexpected - when your sense of identity, direction, or stability may feel uncertain.
My values
Life is full of challenges and transitions that can leave us feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure of where to turn. The truth is, there's no clear roadmap for navigating these moments, and healing is rarely linear. It's a journey that asks us to slow down, face difficult emotions, confront painful wounds, and make space for change - one that can feel intimidating and vulnerable. Yet it is within vulnerability that we often find possibility; when we allow ourselves to be seen, courage, clarity, compassion, and connection can gently rise.
Taking the first step toward improved mental health can feel daunting, whether it's for you or for your child - which is why I'm intentional about creating a space that feels welcoming, compassionate, and free from judgment. Your therapeutic journey is shaped not only by training and techniques, but by the quality of the relationship we build together. I'm here to walk alongside you, offering a space where connection and understanding support meaningful change.
I see counselling as an evolving, client-centred relationship - one that grows over time through trust, attunement, and compassion. Alongside my training and experience, I bring my humanity into the work we do, informed by having been on both sides of the therapy couch and my ongoing commitment to growth and self-reflection. I believe therapy should be as unique as you are, which is why I take an integrative approach, shaping our work around your individual needs, experiences, and goals.
My goal is simple: to support you in working through the challenges standing between you and a more balanced, fulfilling life. Therapy isn't only about easing immediate distress; it's also about gently exploring the deeper patterns shaped by past experiences and how they continue to influence the present. With greater awareness comes the possibility for choice, change, and long-term well-being.
Qualifications
MSc Integrative Counselling and Psychotherapy (Distinction) - University of Derby
BACP Certificate of Proficiency
BACP Online Counselling Certificate
BSc (Hons) Sports Coaching (First with Honours) - Loughborough University
Additional training
Bessel van der Kolk - The Body Keeps the Score: Trauma Healing
TQUK Level 2 - Understanding Autism
ADHD Foundation - Supporting ADHD
SAYiT - LGBTQ+ Awareness
SYEDA - Supporting Eating Disorders
First Steps ED - Body Image & Compulsive Exercise
Attachment in the Early Years
Janina Fisher - Shame in Trauma Treatment
Dr Dan Siegel - The Whole Brain Child
Services
I offer individual counselling both online and in person from my practice in the Peak District. Whatever brings you here, my hope is that our sessions feel both relational and purposeful - a space that is open, thoughtful, and grounded in care.
Getting Started
Here's a little about how we might begin working together:
An initial conversation
I offer a free 15-minute consultation by phone or video. This is a low-pressure opportunity for us to connect, discuss what you are hoping for, and gently explore whether working together feels right for you.
Book an initial consultation →
Our first session
If you decide to move forward, our first full session is about settling in. You don't need to arrive with everything figured out; we will simply take time to understand what has brought you here and begin making sense of what feels most important to you in the present.
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Practicalities and pacing
Sessions are 60 minutes and typically take place weekly or fortnightly, depending on what feels supportive and sustainable for your life. Fees are £50 per session.
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My services
Working with adults
I work with adults who are looking to better understand themselves and what they're experiencing. You might be navigating anxiety, low mood, self-doubt, relationship difficulties, stress, burnout, trauma, or long-standing emotional or physical challenges. For some people, there is a clear reason for coming to therapy; for others, it's simply a sense that something needs attention.
Our work is collaborative and centred on what feels most important to you. We take time to explore what's happening in your life now, while also gently noticing how past experiences may be influencing the present. Rather than rushing toward solutions, therapy becomes a space for reflection and awareness, allowing change to emerge in a way that feels manageable.
This work is deeply relational - you are met with care, respect, and genuine curiosity about who you are and what you need, so the process can unfold in a way that feels supportive and intentional.
Working with young people (11+)
I also work with young people aged 11 and over, offering a space that feels warm, compassionate, and respectful of their experiences.
Young people come to counselling for many reasons - school pressures, anxiety, low mood, identity questions, relationship difficulties, or simply feeling overwhelmed or misunderstood.
Sessions are shaped around each young person's needs and how they naturally express themselves. Alongside conversation, I may incorporate creative or visual approaches to help them communicate in ways that feel more comfortable and less intimidating.
At the heart of this work is helping young people feel genuinely heard and understood, while supporting them to make sense of what they're carrying and develop healthier ways of relating to themselves and the world around them.
Online sessions
Online therapy offers the same relational depth as meeting in person, with the added flexibility of being in your own environment. Using a secure, confidential platform, we can work together regardless of your location.
Frequently asked questions
If you're thinking about counselling, you may be wondering how things work in practice. The questions below are here to offer clarity and help you feel a little more settled as you consider your next steps.
And if you're left with anything you'd like to ask, please feel free to get in touch.
I look forward to the chance to connect with you
Please feel free to reach out with any questions, big or small. There is no pressure and no expectation - it is simply somewhere for us to start a conversation.
In crisis or need urgent support?
I'm not able to offer emergency support. If you're in urgent distress, please contact your GP, NHS 111, attend A&E, or call 999.
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Privacy Notice
Your privacy is very important to me. You can be confident that your personal information will be kept safe and secure, and will only be used for the purpose it was given to me. I adhere to current data protection legislation, including the UK GDPR, the Data Protection Act 2018, and the Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations 2003.
This notice outlines how I handle your personal information from your initial enquiry through to after therapy has ended. If you have any questions about this policy, please contact me at sian@serenity-inc.co.uk.
Who I am
The "data controller" is the person responsible for collecting, storing, and protecting your personal data. The data controller is me, Sian Brocklehurst (registered with the Information Commissioner's Office under my legal name), trading professionally as Sian Pentin / Serenity Inc.
I am a BACP Registered Integrative Counsellor (MBACP 398678). ICO registration number: ZC191630. My postal address is available on request.
My lawful basis for holding and using your information
Under the UK GDPR, I must have a lawful basis for processing your data, which changes depending on the stage of our work:
During therapy (or initial enquiry): I process your personal data because it is necessary for the performance of our contract.
After therapy ends: I use legitimate interest as my lawful basis to continue holding your information for the specific retention period detailed below.
Some of what you share with me is classified as "special category personal information" (such as details regarding your mental or physical health). My lawful basis for processing this sensitive data is that it is necessary for the provision of health treatment (counselling) by a health professional, under our contract.
How I use your information
Initial contact.
When you contact me with an enquiry, I collect information to help me respond - typically your name, email address, phone number, and whatever details you choose to share. Enquiries sent via my website form are securely handled by Netlify (my website host) before arriving in my inbox. If a health professional or trusted individual refers you, they may share these details on your behalf.
If you choose not to proceed with therapy, I will delete your personal data within six months of our last contact, unless you request it to be deleted sooner.
While you are accessing counselling.
Everything you discuss with me is confidential. This confidentiality would only be broken in exceptional circumstances - such as a serious risk of harm to yourself or someone else, or if I am legally required to do so. I will always try to discuss this with you first, unless urgent safeguarding concerns prevent me from doing so.
I keep a record of your personal details and written session notes to support our work. These are kept securely and are never shared with third parties, except as outlined below. Administrative emails and texts (such as appointment bookings) are deleted once they are no longer needed.
After counselling has ended.
In line with the requirements of my professional indemnity insurer, I retain your clinical records for 5 years from the date of our final contact. After this period, they are securely destroyed.
Third parties who may see your information
I use carefully selected third-party services to support my practice. I ensure they handle your data securely and solely for the purpose intended. These currently include:
- Netlify - hosts my website and securely transmits contact form messages to my email.
- Zoho - provides my secure email hosting for all client correspondence.
- My clinical supervisor - with whom I discuss pseudonymised or anonymised aspects of my client work, as required by the BACP Ethical Framework.
Where legally required, I may also share information with regulatory or statutory bodies, such as HMRC or the ICO.
Your rights
You have the right to ask me to:
- delete your personal information;
- limit or stop how I use and process your information;
- provide you with a copy of the information I hold about you; and
- correct any mistakes in the personal information I hold.
To make a request, please email sian@serenity-inc.co.uk. You can learn more about your data rights at ico.org.uk/your-data-matters.
If you have any concerns about how I handle your data, please contact me first so I can look into it. If you prefer to make a formal complaint, you can contact the Information Commissioner's Office at ico.org.uk/make-a-complaint.
Data security
I take the security of your personal data seriously and use strict digital and physical measures to keep it safe:
Digital records: Any electronic notes or administrative records are stored using an end-to-end encrypted, zero-knowledge platform protected by two-factor authentication. Devices used to access these notes are securely password-protected.
Paper records: Any handwritten notes or printed documents are stored securely in a locked filing cabinet accessible only by me, and are organised using a pseudonym system to protect your identity.
Visitors to my website
This website is hosted by Netlify. Data submitted through the contact form is processed by Netlify purely to deliver it to my email inbox.
I do not currently use website analytics tools (such as Google Analytics) or any non-essential cookies on this site. If this changes, this notice will be updated in line with ICO guidance.
This notice was last reviewed in July 2026.