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Sophie Howe

Sophie Howe

United Kingdom

Down-to-earth support for sleep and stress

  • 4 years' experience
  • English
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Credentials
BACP
Registration
BACP, United Kingdom ยท 411145
Based in
United Kingdom
  • Practical steps
  • Calm listening
  • Sleep-focused help

About Sophie

Sophie Howe is a counsellor who helps people who are struggling with sleep, stress and low mood. She works with common worries such as anxiety, depression, low self esteem and difficulty concentrating. Sophie explains things clearly and offers steady support while people decide what changes they want to try.

She has four years of professional experience and is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, BACP. That background informs how she listens and plans sessions, but she focuses on what each person needs right now rather than labels or jargon.

In sessions Sophie aims to build a calm, non-judgemental space. People can talk through past hurts, confusing thoughts or problems with motivation. She encourages small, practical steps that fit into everyday life and that can help improve sleep and daily routines over time.

Sophie draws on a mix of approaches, choosing what suits each person. She uses clear, down-to-earth language and will explain any suggested techniques so they make sense to the person she is working with.

Her work covers a broad range of concerns including grief, relationship and intimacy-related issues, addiction, ADHD and parenting strain. Sophie also supports people dealing with chronic health challenges, body image struggles and workplace stress. She aims to help people find steadier routines and more restful sleep where that is part of the problem.

Therapeutic approaches that translate online

Sophie works with approaches that are straightforward to use in remote sessions. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, or CBT, focuses on spotting unhelpful thoughts and testing small behaviour changes to reduce anxiety and improve sleep. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, ACT, helps people notice uncomfortable thoughts and feelings while committing to actions that reflect their values and improve day-to-day routines. Attachment-Based Therapy looks at patterns in relationships and how early experiences affect current trust and closeness, which can be useful for intimacy and relationship concerns.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Sophie will work collaboratively to choose methods that fit the person's needs, goals and preferences. Together they will review what helps and adjust the plan as therapy progresses.

If you are considering online sessions, please confirm the current session options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, reduce travel time and allow brief check-ins around work or caring commitments. It can also let conversations focus on planning routines and sleep habits without needing to rearrange the day around appointments.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Also works with

AddictionsLGBTFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigue

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFertility issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSHoardingHospice and end-of-life counselingImmigration issuesImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexualitySmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaTraumatic brain injuryWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Attachment-Based TherapyClient-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)Existential TherapyMindfulness TherapyPsychodynamic TherapySolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused TherapyInternal Family Systems

Experience

4+ years

Credentials

United Kingdom

Languages

English

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of problems does Sophie help with?

Sophie works with a wide range of concerns including stress, anxiety, depression, sleep difficulties, ADHD, relationship and intimacy-related issues, grief, addictions and career or parenting strain.

What is her therapeutic style like?

Her style is practical and client-centred, offering calm listening and clear explanations. She helps people identify small steps to try between sessions.

How much experience does Sophie have?

She has four years of professional work experience supporting people with mental health and life challenges.

What credentials and location apply to Sophie?

Sophie is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, BACP, and practises from the United Kingdom.

Which languages are sessions offered in?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can people outside the UK work with her?

She accepts international clients, so people outside the United Kingdom can be matched to her for sessions.

How are sessions billed and what does it cost?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.

How do I begin working with Sophie?

To start, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.

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