- CBT methods
- Solution focused
- Grief and loss
About Sonia
Sonia Clarke is a counsellor with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and has 12 years' experience supporting adults in the United Kingdom. She focuses on common concerns such as stress, anxiety, grief, low self-esteem and coping with life changes, alongside relationship and family issues. Sonia also works with mood and anxiety disorders, addictions and intimacy-related difficulties.
Sonia trained in an integrative approach and has a Diploma Level 5 in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT). She previously managed a counselling service at a local mental health charity and supervised a team of counsellors, which informs how she organises and explains options in sessions. Her registration with BACP means she works within that professional code of practice.
In sessions she uses clear, practical methods drawn from CBT and solution-focused ideas. That can mean breaking down overwhelming problems into smaller steps, testing out different ways of thinking, and setting short achievable goals. Sonia aims to help people notice what is keeping a problem going and try realistic alternatives.
People often come with specific issues like panic, phobias, hoarding or communication problems. Sonia can help talk through these concerns and work on coping strategies, problem solving and improving day-to-day functioning. She also offers support for caregiver stress and feelings of emptiness or isolation.
Her approach is straightforward and goal-oriented. New clients complete a short questionnaire to match with her service and then arrange an initial session. The subscription model used for sessions can be cancelled at any time, and fees vary by location.
How Sonia uses CBT and solution-focused work online
Sonia uses Cognitive Behavioural Therapy to help identify unhelpful thinking and behaviour patterns. CBT sessions break problems into smaller parts and use practical tasks to test different reactions, which can help with anxiety, panic and mood problems.She also draws on Solution-Focused Therapy to set short-term goals and spot what already works. That approach focuses on achievable changes and building on small improvements, which suits people who want clear steps and quicker direction.
Choosing the right approach is part of the work. Sonia will discuss your goals, preferences and needs and decide together what to try first. That conversation helps shape session content and any homework or short exercises between meetings.
Confirm the available session formats before booking, as the biography does not list them. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions around study, work and travel. It can allow shorter check-ins, avoid travel time and let people join from different rooms or locations. Registered or accredited professionals can adapt techniques so practical tasks and goal-setting still work well at a distance.
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Experience
12+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What issues does she commonly help with?
Sonia works with stress, anxiety, depression, grief and coping with life changes. Her practice also covers relationship and family concerns, addictions and mood difficulties.
How would she describe her therapeutic style?
She uses an integrative style with clear, practical elements from Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and Solution-Focused Therapy. Sessions often focus on small, achievable steps and testing new ways of thinking.
How much experience does she have?
Sonia has 12 years' experience working in counselling and psychotherapy in the United Kingdom. She also has experience managing a counselling service and supervising counsellors.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She is an Accredited Member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and practices in the United Kingdom.
Can I book sessions in other languages or from abroad?
Sessions are offered in English only. She is not currently accepting international clients.
Which session formats does she offer?
Please confirm the current session options before booking, as the biography does not list specific formats. Check the service information when you arrange a session.
How are sessions paid for and what do they cost?
Sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time. Fees vary depending on location.
What do I do to start working with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule your first session through the booking process.
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