- Stress and anxiety
- Trauma aware
- Men's wellbeing
About Sonja
Sonja Rodney is a counsellor who helps people dealing with stress, anxiety, relationship strain, grief and the aftermath of trauma. She works with those facing major life changes and those exploring faith and spirituality. Sonja aims to make the first step feel simpler through steady listening and practical support.
She brings three years of experience to her work and speaks English. Her practice emphasises a calm, non-judgemental space where clients can talk about what matters to them. Sonja draws on different therapy ideas to suit each person rather than following one fixed method.
Her background includes supporting people affected by domestic abuse, including narcissistic abuse, and helping those coping with bereavement and loss. She also addresses attachment issues, codependency, panic and post-traumatic symptoms in day-to-day terms rather than jargon. The emphasis is on understanding patterns and finding ways to change them that feel realistic.
In sessions she often blends client-led listening with goal-focused strategies and trauma-aware techniques. That might mean looking back at how past experiences shape current reactions, or concentrating on short-term steps to reduce overwhelm. Sonja prefers to shape the work around each person’s needs, pace and goals.
People who contact her typically want clear, practical support alongside empathetic listening. She encourages small, manageable steps and works with clients to build skills for everyday life and healthier ways of relating to themselves and others.
How these approaches shape online counselling
Client-Centred Therapy focuses on listening and understanding the person as they are, helping people feel heard and accepted so they can explore what matters most to them. This approach is useful for stress, relationship worries and questions of self-worth.Solution-Focused Therapy concentrates on small, practical steps and short-term goals. It helps people pick clear actions to reduce overwhelm and make tangible progress when facing life changes or anxiety.
Trauma-Focused Therapy pays attention to how past painful experiences affect daily reactions and safety. It uses gentle, paced work to help people manage symptoms of trauma and rebuild trust in themselves.
Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with the client to decide which methods suit their needs, goals and preferences. That choice is reviewed as the relationship develops so the plan stays relevant.
The biography does not list specific online session formats, so confirm the current options before booking. Online counselling can make it easier to fit sessions into busy lives, reduce travel time and allow follow-up conversations from different places. It can also allow shorter check-ins when needed or sessions that focus more on practical steps rather than longer exploratory work.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
3+ years
Credentials
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does Sonja work with?
She supports people with stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief and coping with life changes. Additional focus includes attachment issues, codependency, panic and self-love.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
Her style combines client-centred listening with solution-focused steps and trauma-focused ideas. Sessions balance understanding past patterns with practical tools to manage emotions now.
What experience does she bring?
She has three years of counselling experience working with people affected by domestic abuse, bereavement and other difficult life events. That background informs her straightforward, empathetic approach.
What credentials and location are listed?
She is BACP and based in the United Kingdom.
Can I work with her if I live outside the UK?
Sessions are offered to international clients and are conducted in English.
What session formats are available?
The original biography does not specify session formats, so please confirm current session options before booking.
How are sessions charged?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; 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.