Sonia Sousa

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Supervisor
Integrative Psychotherapist & Supervisor | PhD Psych | MBACP

Supervision details

I am an experienced integrative psychotherapist with an Advanced Diploma in Supervision, offering individual and group supervision to trainees, therapists, and practitioners in organisations or private practice. I provide a reflective and supportive space where supervisees can safely explore client work, challenges in practice, and their professional development. 

My clinical experience encompasses trauma, relationship difficulties, loss, addictions, personality disorders, anxiety and depression, neurodivergence, couples therapy, EMDR, and work with members of the LGBTQ+ community. I welcome supervisees from diverse therapeutic backgrounds who are working with a broad range of client presentations and clinical issues.


My approach is collaborative and relational, informed primarily by the Functions Model (Inskipp & Proctor), the Seven-Eyed Model (Hawkins & Shohet), and the CLEAR Model (Hawkins & Smith). Supervision integrates reflection, support, and accountability, with space to consider ethical decision-making, practitioner wellbeing, and the wider context of practice. I value open dialogue and encourage mutual feedback so that supervision remains meaningful and responsive. 
  
Sessions usually take place monthly for 90 minutes, either online or face-to-face, beginning with a brief check-in and caseload overview, followed by focused reflection on client material or themes the supervisee wishes to explore. Fees are £90 for 90 minutes and £60 for 60 minutes. A limited number of reduced-fee places are available.

My aim is to offer a safe, containing, and reflective supervisory space that supports both the practitioner and their clients.

BACP
British Association for Counselling & Psychotherapy (BACP)

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Accredited register membership

British Association for Counselling & Psychotherapy
Accredited Register Scheme

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Vickers House, Priestley Road, Basingstoke, Hampshire, RG24 9NO

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Online platforms

Zoom
Google Meet
Microsoft Teams

Type of session

In person
Online

Collaborative supervision supporting reflective practice, ethical decision-making, and professional development.