Sophie Bjorkenstam

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B.A (Hons), MUKCP and MBACP.

About me

At times, life can feel overwhelming.  You may be facing anxiety, depression, relationship issues, or a sense of being lost or stuck. Reaching out for therapy can feel daunting, but you don’t have to do this alone.

As an integrative transpersonal psychotherapist, I offer a compassionate, supportive space where you can feel truly seen and heard. When we work together, we may look across the whole span of your life to understand how past experiences have shaped the person you are today. I work in a creative and thoughtful way to help people reconnect with themselves and discover a greater sense of purpose. Finding the right therapist is key to how helpful therapy can be, so it’s important that you feel comfortable with who you choose.

Transpersonal therapy is based on the belief that even in crisis, there is the potential for healing and transformation. While we will attend to the immediate struggles you are facing, we may also explore deeper aspects of yourself that can bring meaning, resilience, and new perspectives.

I am a fully registered member of UKCP and BACP. Clients who come to see me often discover the ability to feel more grounded and resilient in the face of life’s ups and downs — as well as greater self-awareness, confidence in navigating challenges, and a stronger sense of ease and choice in how they live.

If you are considering therapy, I welcome you to get in touch. We can talk about what you are going through and whether this feels like the right path for you.

I work with many issues, including but not limited to:

• Anxiety and depression

• Grief and loss

• Low self-esteem

• Life transitions (stages of life, choices and changes)

• Parenting challenges and lack of support

• Relationship and family issues

• Co-dependency

• Women’s issues

• Marital and premarital issues

• Occupational challenges

• Spirituality

Training, qualifications & experience

I have a BA (Hons) in Human Sciences, with a major in Psychology.  I qualified as a psychotherapist through The Centre for Counselling & Psychotherapy Education (CCPE) and am a member of UKCP and BACP.

Member organisations

Registered / Accredited

Registered / Accredited

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UKCP
UK Council for Psychotherapy (UKCP)

The UK Council for Psychotherapy (UKCP) is a leading professional body for the education, training and regulation of psychotherapists and psychotherapeutic counsellors. Its register is accredited by the government's Professional Standards Authority.

As part of its commitment to protect the public, it works to improve access to psychotherapy, to support and disseminate research, to improve standards and to respond effectively to complaints against its members.

UKCP standards cover the range of different psychotherapies. Registration is obtained by training or accrediting with one of its member organisations, or by holding a European Certificate in Psychotherapy. Accredited by the Professional Standards Authority.

Accredited register membership

UK Council for Psychotherapy
Accredited Register Scheme

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UK Council for Psychotherapy

Areas of counselling I deal with

Therapies offered

Fees

£75.00 per session

When I work

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Further information

I offer a reduced rate for our first session in order for me to gather some information about your current struggles and your history.  If at any point during this session I feel you might be better supported in another way, I’ll say so openly.

After this session, it’s completely up to you whether you’d like to continue. If you do, we can agree on a day and time to meet weekly.

Winchester, Hampshire, SO23

2 Warwick Crescent, London, Greater London, W2

Type of session

In person
Online

Types of client

Young adults (18-24)
Adults (25-64)
Older Adults (65+)

Online platforms

Zoom