- Person-centred
- Empathy led
- Boundary work
About Sophie
Sophie Ibekwem is a counsellor who helps people dealing with stress, anxiety, low self-esteem and relationship difficulties. She also supports those coping with depression, grief, addiction and codependency. Sophie offers a calm, non-judgemental space where people can speak openly and start to set clearer boundaries.
Sophie uses a person-centred approach that keeps the client's goals central. That means she listens closely and helps people find their own solutions rather than giving directives. She works with clients on practical steps such as building confidence, improving self-care and navigating life changes.
Her experience includes six years working with issues linked to difficult childhoods, domestic abuse and recovery from narcissistic relationships. Sophie also supports people with intimacy-related problems, body image, career stress and caregiving strain. She describes working collaboratively to reduce shame and confusion.
Sophie holds credentials with NCPS and the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, BACP, and practises in the United Kingdom. She is currently studying Transactional Analysis and psychoanalytical theory as part of ongoing professional development.
In sessions Sophie adapts the conversation and the plan to each person's needs. She aims to help people recognise unhelpful patterns, set firmer boundaries and move toward a steadier, more hopeful future.
Therapeutic approaches and online support
Person-centred counselling focuses on creating a respectful, non-judgemental space where the client leads the conversation; the counsellor listens and reflects to help the person clarify goals and make decisions. This approach is useful for building self-esteem, setting boundaries and recovering from difficult relationships.Transactional Analysis looks at recurring patterns in how people relate to others and to themselves. Working with this theory can help identify where commitments, control issues or attachment patterns affect everyday life and relationships.
Finding the right approach is part of the work and Sophie treats this as a collaborative process. She will talk with the client about their needs and preferences, and together they will choose which approach or combination feels most helpful for the goals they set.
Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life, reduce travel time and allow for more flexible scheduling. Different ways of meeting have practical trade-offs, such as whether to use video or another arrangement depending on bandwidth or whether a shorter check-in suits a break at work. The profile does not list specific formats; please confirm the available session options before booking so you can choose what works best for your routine.
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Experience
6+ years
Credentials
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Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Sophie commonly address?
Sophie works with stress, anxiety, low self-esteem, relationship issues, depression and grief, among other concerns listed in her profile.
What is her counselling style like?
She follows a person-centred approach that keeps the client's goals central and focuses on listening, empathy and collaborative goal-setting.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has six years of professional experience working with people on a range of issues including recovery from domestic abuse and difficult childhood experiences.
What credentials and location are listed for Sophie?
Her profile lists NCPS and BACP and states she practises in the United Kingdom.
Which languages does she use in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
She is not currently accepting international clients.
How are sessions arranged and what formats are offered?
The original profile does not specify session formats; please confirm current session options before booking.
How does cost and scheduling work?
Session cost varies with location and therapist availability and uses a subscription that can be cancelled at any time; start by selecting the Start Therapy button and completing the short matching questionnaire.
Profile details come from information the therapist supplied to BetterHelp. Credential and registration rules differ between the United States, the United Kingdom and Australia.