Sonja Rodney
Counsellor for stress, trauma and relationship strain
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About Sonja
Sonja Rodney welcomes people who feel overwhelmed by stress, relationship problems, trauma, grief or big life changes. She writes in a calm, straightforward way and aims to offer a space where someone can be heard and start to feel less stuck.
She has three years of experience as a counsellor and is registered with the BACP, the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy. Sonja draws on that background to support people dealing with anxiety, panic, post-traumatic stress, domestic abuse and issues linked to relationships and self-worth.
Background and approach
Sonja describes her own experience as shaping her interest in counselling. That personal perspective informs how she sits with people who say they feel misunderstood or trapped in repeating patterns. Sessions focus on attentive listening and practical steps you can try between meetings.
Her approach is flexible rather than fixed. She uses client-centred work to follow what matters most to the person in front of her, solution-focused techniques for short-term goals, and trauma-focused elements when past events continue to cause distress. Expect a gentle, down-to-earth style and an emphasis on moving at a pace that feels comfortable.
Sonja aims to help people notice small changes that add up, so everyday life becomes more manageable and less dominated by fear or shame. If you are exploring faith, spirituality or cultural factors as part of your story, she is open to bringing those into sessions and seeing how they fit with your goals.
At a glance
- Years practising
- 3
- Registered with
- BACP
- Registration number
- 404870
- Languages
- English
- Approaches include
- Client-Centered Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy
- How sessions happen
- Online, by video, phone or messages
Details are as listed on Sonja's public professional profile. You can check any number with the professional body.
What Sonja works with
Everything Sonja lists, in their own terms.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Relationship issues
- Trauma and abuse
- Grief
- Coping with life changes
- Attachment issues
- Avoidant personality
- Codependency
- Dependent personality
- Divorce and separation
- Domestic violence
- Forgiveness
- Guilt and shame
- Infidelity
- Men's issues
- Multicultural concerns
- Narcissism
- Panic disorder and panic attacks
- Post-traumatic stress
- Self-love
- Sexual assault and abuse
- Women's issues
- Young adult issues
Approaches Sonja lists
Listing an approach is not evidence of training in it. This directory copies what each counsellor names and does not check training records.
How Sonja works online
Solution-focused therapy is goal-orientated and practical. It looks for small changes and specific actions to try between sessions, which can be useful for stress, anxiety and relationship difficulties.
Trauma-focused work addresses the impact of distressing events and aims to reduce their hold on daily life by working through how the past affects the present. This can be helpful for symptoms of post-traumatic stress or ongoing effects of abuse.
Finding the right approach is part of the process. The therapist will work collaboratively to choose methods that match your needs, goals and preferences, and will revisit the plan as things change. You are invited to give feedback so the work stays practical and relevant.
Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life, reduce travel time and allow people to meet from different locations. Specific session formats are not listed here, so please confirm current options before booking. Many people find remote sessions helpful for consistent weekly work, shorter check-ins, or for arranging appointments around work and family commitments.
Questions and answers
What concerns does Sonja help with?
She supports people facing stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, and coping with life changes. Additional focuses include attachment issues, narcissistic abuse, panic attacks and self-love.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
Her style is client-centred and down-to-earth, combining solution-focused tasks for short-term goals with trauma-focused work when past events are affecting day-to-day life.
What is her professional background?
She has three years of counselling experience and draws on personal and professional insight to support people through difficult patterns and transitions.
What credentials and location are listed?
She is registered with the BACP, the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, and practises from the United Kingdom.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
She accepts international clients; check session arrangements and timing when booking across time zones.
How are fees and payments handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability and sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to the therapist's availability.
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