
(She/Her)
Counsellor, Psychotherapist
Verified therapist
About me
Hello, I’m Sofia, This is the first step to getting support, something we all need at times. Maybe you can’t quite put your finger on it. Something feels off, you don’t have the words, or you feel stuck. Perhaps you’ve been struggling to cope, noticing unhealthy patterns. This season can be difficult for many of us. If you’re ready for support and a fresh start in the new year, I have December/January openings. Book a free 20-minute introduction call and let’s explore how we can work together. Who I work with: I specialise in supporting adults who are struggling in their relationships, whether that’s with others or with themselves. I believe that we are shaped by our life experiences, each one truly unique. Together we will explore your story, understand lingering wounds, and develop new ways of being that support deeper connection and emotional wellbeing. I can help you understand how these experiences continue to affect you, how they show up in your everyday life and relationships, and how they may be keeping you stuck. You don’t need to be in crisis to begin therapy, many of my clients come to me when they’re ready to stop surviving and start healing. You might be feeling anxious, overwhelmed, disconnected, or stuck in self-doubt. You might be coping by staying busy, overthinking, people-pleasing, or minimising what we’ve been through. Maybe others or you told yourself it wasn’t “bad enough” for therapy, but something still aches and you’re tired of carrying it alone. If you’re open to working with curiosity and honesty, I’ll walk alongside you with warmth, and compassion. I offer a safe, respectful space where you can feel seen and accepted, and begin to make sense of your inner world. I work with adults online and in person, offering a space for lasting change, not just short-term relief. My Approach to Therapy: As a humanistic therapist, we will work collaboratively and I place you at the centre of the work. I believe that healing happens not through advice or instruction, but through relationship, one that is consistent, attuned, and accepting. I see you as a whole person, not a set of symptoms, and hold deep respect for your emotional, physical, relational, and spiritual experience. My integrative approach allows me to draw from a range of therapeutic models, including attachment theory. No two people are the same, so therapy with me isn’t one-size-fits-all. I bring a genuine, warm and grounded presence to my work. I will support you to explore how your past may be shaping your present, gently, at your pace and begin to untangle the ways you’ve had to adapt. This work can support you to reconnect with parts of yourself that may have been silenced, shamed, or forgotten.
4 years
of experience
Speaks
English
Type of sessions available
Online
Areas of expertise
Anxiety
Depression
Interpersonal relationships
Family issues
Sexual abuse
Trauma
Family estrangement
Childhood difficulties
Attachment disorder
Dissociation
Burnout/Work-Related Stress
ADHD
Fees
Average session fee:
£55.00
Fee structure
Arrange a free introduction I offer a free 20-minute phone call or online video introduction. This is a chance for you to ask any questions, share a little about what’s bringing you to therapy, and get a feel for how I work, with no pressure or commitment. Following this, we begin with an initial assessment, this 60-minute session allows us to explore your concerns, therapy goals, and how I can best support you. It’s a chance for us to see if my approach aligns with your needs and to help you decide if therapy with me is the right fit. Fees Both the initial assessment and ongoing sessions are 60 minutes and charged at £55. Payment is required prior to each session and can be made via bank transfer or cash.
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Therapy offered
Person-centred/humanistic
Psychodynamic
Integrative
Relational
Trauma-informed
Somatic Experiencing
Client groups
Adults
Training and qualifications
Picking the right therapist for you is a vital step in when you start therapy. An important starting place is checking that they have the right qualifications, however the most vital part of it is a sense that you can feel comfortable and can connect with them. Before becoming a therapist, I worked across charity and community services, supporting people with complex needs, mental health challenges, domestic abuse, and relational trauma. My roles included working as a mental health support worker and complex needs practitioner, offering both one-to-one support and delivering group sessions focused on self-care and mindful practices. Alongside my therapy practice, I continue to support individuals within educational settings who are navigating the impact of unacceptable behaviours, contributing to over a decade of experience in frontline relational and mental health roles. Clinical Placements: First Step, a service supporting male survivors of sexual abuse. January 2023 - present The Olive Trust, which provides low-cost counselling for individuals facing a range of relational difficulties, mental health concerns, and traumatic experiences. January 2024 - December 2024 These placements shaped my ability to hold space for shame, boundary violations, and trauma within safe, consistent therapeutic relationships. All this contributes to how I can support you. Qualifications: BSc (Hons) Counselling & Psychotherapist – Sherwood Psychotherapy Institute Level 4 Higher Certificate Psychodynamic Counselling Key Skills in Counselling
Verified professional membership
