Sonja Rodney , BACP

Sonja Rodney is a counsellor based in the United Kingdom who helps people facing stress, anxiety, relationship difficulties, trauma and abuse, grief and major life changes. She draws on three years of practical experience to offer calm, steady support. Sonja aims to make the first steps feel manageable for someone who is worried or unsure about therapy.

She creates a warm, non-judgemental space where people can talk through painful patterns and feel heard. Sonja listens for what matters most to each person and then works at a pace they can manage. Conversations focus on real life problems and small, achievable steps forward.

Her approach blends different methods depending on the person’s goals. Sometimes the work looks at how past events shape current feelings. Other times it focuses on practical strategies to reduce anxiety and cope with change. Sonja adapts her style to the needs of the moment rather than following a fixed formula.

She has supported people affected by domestic violence, narcissistic abuse, bereavement and post-traumatic stress. Sonja also helps those dealing with attachment difficulties, codependency, infidelity, guilt and shame, and issues around self-love and multicultural concerns. She includes men’s issues among her additional areas of focus.

Sessions are offered in English and she is available to work with international clients. Sonja describes counselling as a collaborative process and encourages people to move at a pace that feels right for them.

How Sonja’s approaches work online

Client-Centred Therapy focuses on listening closely and following the person’s lead, helping them feel understood and able to talk through difficult thoughts and feelings. It is useful for stress, relationship concerns and building self-compassion.

Solution-Focused Therapy emphasises small practical steps and clear goals. Sessions aim to identify what is already working and build simple strategies for coping with anxiety, panic and life changes.

Trauma-Focused Therapy helps people process distressing experiences at a pace they can manage and reduce the impact of traumatic memories on daily life. It is often used alongside calmer, skills-based work to support recovery.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. Sonja collaborates with each person to decide which methods suit their needs, goals and preferences. She checks in regularly and adjusts the plan as progress is made.

Online formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit therapy around work or family life, allow shorter check-ins when helpful, and let people choose whether they prefer speaking on camera or using text. Registered or accredited professionals can use these formats to deliver consistent, tailored care across locations.