Sophie Skipp, BACP

Sophie Skipp uses a person-centred approach to help people find clarity and calm. She aims to create a space where clients are listened to without judgement. Sophie draws on mindfulness and practical problem-solving to help people manage stress and strong emotions.

She has four years of experience working in counselling and psychotherapy. Much of that time has focused on bereavement and end-of-life issues, giving her a depth of experience with grief and the ripple effects it can cause. Sophie also supports people experiencing anxiety, panic, low mood and difficulties with self-esteem.

Her practice includes attention to neurodiversity, including Autism and Asperger Syndrome, and how it can shape feelings of isolation, impulsivity or emptiness. Sophie combines gentle listening with simple mindfulness exercises when helpful. She can also use solution-focused techniques to set short-term goals and track small changes.

Sessions are conducted in English and Sophie works with people across the United Kingdom and internationally. Her background in wellbeing therapy informs a practical style that suits people who want both understanding and concrete tools. The tone is calm and straightforward, aimed at making the first step feel manageable.

To begin, a short matching questionnaire connects clients to the scheduling process and the therapist they choose. Sophie encourages a brief message to discuss how she might support someone through grief, life changes, workplace worries or social anxiety.

How client-centred and solution-focused work translate online

Sophie combines client-centred listening with mindfulness and solution-focused techniques to support people remotely. Client-Centred Therapy centres the person's own experience and helps people feel heard and understood, which can ease anxiety and grief. Mindfulness Therapy offers simple breathing and grounding exercises to reduce stress and calm the body. Solution-Focused Therapy looks for small, practical steps and short-term goals that build momentum and improve day-to-day functioning.

Deciding which approach to use is a joint process. Sophie will discuss a client's concerns, goals and preferences and suggest an approach to try. That plan can be adjusted as sessions progress to match what works best for the individual.

Online therapy here includes video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging. Video calls are useful for full conversations and visual cues. Phone sessions can be easier when bandwidth is limited or when someone prefers not to be on camera. Live chat and text messaging are helpful for shorter check-ins, written reflection or fitting a session into a busy day. These options make it easier to fit therapy around work, family and travel while keeping continuity of care.