- Integrative counselling
- Seven years experience
- BACP and NCPS
About Sophie
Sophie Harding is a counsellor registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and a member of the National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society (NCPS), with seven years' experience. She works with people facing stress, anxiety, relationship difficulties, grief, low self-esteem and depression. Sophie also lists social anxiety and phobia among her focus areas.
Sophie describes herself as an integrative counsellor, which means she adapts how she works to fit what each person currently needs. Sessions are conversational and practical. She helps people look at what is happening in their lives now and how that links to the feelings they are having.
People come to Sophie for many reasons - ongoing low mood, worry that gets in the way, feeling isolated, trouble with communication or the strain of caregiving or chronic illness. She also supports people dealing with separation, jealousy, seasonal low mood and questions of self-worth. Sophie will listen and help a person notice patterns that might be keeping them stuck.
In sessions Sophie works through feelings and events at a pace set by the client. She encourages reflection about actions and choices and helps people test small changes between meetings. Practical conversation about relationships and everyday pressures features in her work.
Her approach aims to help people process difficult emotions and identify realistic next steps. Sophie asks new clients to complete a short matching questionnaire before booking a first session so she can better understand current concerns and goals.
Approaches that suit online counselling
Sophie works as an integrative counsellor, so she draws on evidence-based therapeutic techniques and adapts them to each person's situation. One common approach she may use is talking-based cognitive work that helps a person notice unhelpful thinking and try small behavioural changes; this can help with worry, social anxiety and low mood. Another approach is exploratory counselling that looks at patterns in relationships and communication, helping someone make different choices or respond differently to stressors.Figuring out which approach fits best is part of the early work. The therapist and client look at goals, preferences and what has helped or not helped before, then agree a way of working together. This is a collaborative process and can change as progress is made.
Practical benefits of online sessions include fitting counselling around work or caregiving, reducing travel time and making it easier to attend from different locations. The site asks new clients to complete a short matching questionnaire before booking so sessions can be scheduled with a clear sense of current concerns. Confirm the available session formats before you book to make sure they match your needs.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
7+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she help with?
Sophie works with stress, anxiety, relationship issues, grief, low self-esteem and depression. She also focuses on social anxiety and phobia and related concerns.
What is her style of therapy?
She describes an integrative style that adapts to what a person needs in the moment, using conversational and practical methods to address current difficulties.
How much experience does she have?
Sophie has seven years' experience working as a counsellor.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and is a member of the National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society (NCPS). She practises from the United Kingdom.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the UK work with her?
She accepts international clients; confirm any regional considerations when arranging sessions.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies with location. Sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with Sophie?
Use the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire and then schedule a first session.