Sophie Holden, NCPS
Sophie Holden works from a person-centred approach that puts the client's experience first.
- Stress & Anxiety
- Relationship issues
- Grief
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About Sophie
Sophie Holden works from a person-centred approach that puts the client's experience first. She focuses on listening carefully and helping people make sense of difficult thoughts and feelings. Sophie aims to make the first session feel manageable and often sees people leave feeling a little lighter.
Sophie has five years' experience supporting people through stress and anxiety. She also helps with depression, grief, relationship worries and anger. Additional areas she covers include addictions, family concerns, trauma and abuse, self-esteem, career issues and coping with life changes.
Background and approach
In sessions Sophie uses clear, practical methods. She draws on cognitive behavioural ideas to spot unhelpful thinking patterns. Mindfulness techniques are used to anchor difficult moments and reduce overwhelm.
Solution-focused ideas help set small, achievable steps between sessions. Her approach is straightforward and conversational. Sophie asks simple questions and reflects back what she hears so people feel understood.
She encourages clients to notice what helps and to try new ways of coping in everyday life. Sophie works with adults in the United Kingdom and runs sessions online. She communicates in English.
Getting started involves a short matching questionnaire and scheduling a session once a suitable time is found.
Registration
| Body | Registration number | Expires |
|---|---|---|
| NCPS | NCS17-04838 | July 2026 |
Registration details are as listed on the counsellor's public profile. You can check any number with the registering body.
Sessions and payment
Sessions are held online through our partner platform, by video, phone or messaging depending on the counsellor.
Costs are shown on the partner platform before you commit. If cost is a concern, ask about reduced-fee options.
Focus areas and approaches
What Sophie works with
Everything Sophie lists, in their own terms.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Relationship issues
- Grief
- Self esteem
- Depression
- Addictions
- Family conflicts
- Trauma and abuse
- Anger management
- Career difficulties
- Coping with life changes
Approaches Sophie lists
- Client-Centred Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
Listing an approach is not evidence of training in it. This directory copies what each counsellor names and does not check training records.
Online support
Cognitive behavioural therapy, or CBT, looks at how thoughts, feelings and behaviours link together. It teaches practical ways to spot unhelpful thinking and try small changes that reduce anxiety or low mood, which can be useful for stress, depression and relationship worries.
Finding the right approach is part of the process. Sophie will work collaboratively to choose methods that match a person's goals and preferences, and she may combine person-centred listening with CBT or mindfulness exercises as needed.
Online therapy offers flexibility in how sessions take place. Video calls suit more in-depth conversations and reading non-verbal cues. Phone sessions require less bandwidth and can fit into a short break. Live chat and text-based messaging allow brief check-ins or ongoing written reflection between appointments. These options make it easier to fit counselling around work, childcare and other commitments.
Frequently asked
What concerns can Sophie help with?
Sophie supports people with stress, anxiety, depression and grief. She also helps with relationship worries, addictions, family issues, trauma and self-esteem.
What is her therapy style like?
She uses a person-centred style that focuses on listening and understanding. Sessions also draw on cognitive behavioural, mindfulness and solution-focused ideas to produce practical steps.
How much experience does she have?
Sophie has five years of experience working as a counsellor. That time has involved helping people manage emotional distress and everyday life changes.
What credential does she hold and where is she based?
She holds the NCPS credential and practises in the United Kingdom.
Which languages and regions are supported?
Sessions are offered in English. International clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are available?
Sessions can be arranged as video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text-based messaging. Different formats suit different needs and schedules.
How does cost and billing work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability and sessions use a subscription model. The subscription can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with Sophie?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button and completing a short matching questionnaire. You can then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.
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