Understanding the stories that shape us.
I’m Sophie, an integrative hypnotherapist with additional psychotherapeutic training, offering therapy in East London and online.
Sometimes we find ourselves caught in familiar patterns of thinking, feeling or relating to others, even when we understand that they aren’t working for us.
I offer therapy in East London and online, for people who want to make sense of what they're experiencing and consider what they might need.
Making sense of familiar patterns
Our responses to life often have a history. The ways we protect ourselves, relate to others or make sense of difficult experiences may have developed for reasons that made sense at the time, even if they no longer feel helpful.
Exploring these patterns can help us recognise what lies beneath them, understand ourselves with greater clarity and find more choice in how we respond.
Meet Sophie
A little about me:
My training in integrative hypnotherapy and psychotherapy has shaped an approach that is attentive to each person's individual experiences, needs and circumstances. I aim to offer a thoughtful, collaborative space where we can explore what matters to you, at a pace that feels right for you.
What brings you here?
There are many reasons someone might consider therapy. Perhaps anxiety or stress has become difficult to manage, a change in life has left you feeling uncertain, or you find yourself returning to familiar patterns in relationships or in the way you see yourself. You may have a clear sense of what's troubling you, or simply feel that something isn't quite right.
Here are some of the areas we might explore together:
Anxiety and stress
For times when life feels uncertain, demanding or difficult to navigate.
Low mood and self-worth
For times when you feel disconnected from yourself, weighed down by life or unsure of your own worth.
Relationships and connection
For navigating recurring patterns, feeling misunderstood or finding new ways to connect with others.
Creativity and identity
For people exploring creative blocks, work and the expectations they carry.
Sleep and relaxation
For when it feels difficult to switch off, find rest or allow yourself time to slow down.
Phobias and fears
For when particular fears or situations begin to feel limiting, overwhelming or difficult to approach.
Living outside expectations
For those exploring identity, choices and ways of living that may sit outside the expectations of family, culture or society.
Body image and life transitions
For exploring your relationship with your body, food and self-image, and making sense of changes that can accompany ageing and different stages of life, including menopause and age-related hormonal changes.
Living with pain
For exploring the emotional impact of pain and finding ways to relate to its challenges with greater understanding and support.
Working together:
Therapy is collaborative and individual, moving at a pace agreed together, using and building on your resources to find a way forward that is uniquely tailored to you.
ABOUT
Understanding the stories that shape us:
Throughout my earlier career as a creative producer in television, advertising and film trailers, I have worked with stories: how they are constructed, what they bring into focus, what they leave unsaid, and how a shift in perspective can change the meaning of the whole.
Over time, I have become increasingly interested in the stories we carry about ourselves. The beliefs we develop, the experiences that shape our understanding of the world, and the ways these narratives can influence how we feel, the choices we make and the possibilities we see for ourselves.
From stories to therapy
My training in integrative hypnotherapy and psychotherapy informs an approach that brings together psychotherapeutic exploration and hypnosis. I work collaboratively, tailoring our sessions to your experiences and needs rather than following a predetermined formula.
The ways we respond to life can become so familiar that it’s difficult to imagine things being different. We may find ourselves repeating certain patterns in our relationships, holding ourselves to expectations that feel hard to meet, or reacting in ways we don't fully understand. Noticing these patterns can be a starting point for understanding ourselves more deeply and recognising what we might want to do differently.
I value trust, openness and mutual respect, and aim to build a therapeutic relationship where you feel heard, accepted and able to explore your experiences at your own pace. Together, we can work towards a deeper understanding of yourself and what matters to you, leaving room for whatever you may discover along the way.
My approach and interests
People come to therapy for many different reasons. You might be navigating anxiety, stress or a period of change, feeling stuck in your relationships or creative life, or finding yourself questioning familiar ways of thinking, feeling or living. Perhaps something feels different, difficult or unsettled, but you're not quite sure why. You don't need to arrive with a clear question or a particular goal; we can begin with whatever feels present for you.
Memberships and accreditations
I hold a Certificate in Hypnotherapy and Psychotherapy from the National College of Hypnosis and Psychotherapy (NCHP), where I continue my professional development. I work under supervision and follow the UKCP Code of Ethics and Professional Practice.
I am a member of the National Society for Talking Therapies (NSTT), a trainee member of the UKCP (working towards accreditation), as well as registered and accredited with the Complementary and Natural Health Care Council (CNHC).
MY APPROACH
An approach shaped around you.
Our work will be shaped by your experiences, needs and preferences. We can review what feels helpful as we go, adapting our approach where needed.
Curiosity, not judgement
Sometimes the ways we think, feel and cope have developed in response to earlier experiences. We can explore these patterns with curiosity, making space to understand them rather than criticise ourselves for having them.
Working collaboratively
Therapy is something we approach together. Your questions, preferences and feedback matter, and we can talk openly about how the work is unfolding.
At your own pace
There is no need to rush into difficult experiences or explore anything before you feel ready. We can take time to establish what feels manageable.
Working with hypno-psychotherapy
Hypno-psychotherapy brings together hypnotherapy and psychotherapeutic exploration. Hypnosis involves focused attention and can include relaxation or guided imagery, depending on the approach used.
In our work together, it can provide another way to explore familiar patterns of thinking and feeling, alongside conversation and reflection. You remain involved in the process, and we can discuss what feels comfortable, useful or not right for you.
There is no need to arrive knowing exactly what you want to explore. We can begin with what is happening in your life now and decide together how to approach the work, at a pace that feels manageable.
The aim is not to change what has happened to you, or to suggest that difficult experiences can simply be thought about differently. It is to develop a deeper understanding of your experiences and explore whether new ways of relating to them might become possible.
WORKING TOGETHER
Taking the first step:
Reaching out to a therapist can feel like a significant step. The free 15-minute introductory call is an opportunity to share a little about what has brought you here, ask questions and get a sense of whether working together might feel right for you.
There is no obligation to book sessions after the call. If we decide to work together, we can discuss what you hope to explore and how we might approach the work at a pace that feels manageable for you.
Practical details:
Session length: 50-60 minutes
Fee: £70
Sessions can be held online or in person in East London
Cancellation policy: Please give at least 24 hours' notice if you need to cancel or reschedule a session.