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Is Dr Soph currently taking new therapy clients?
Yes. She currently has space for one more client and keeps a waiting list, so if that space has gone, you can join it.
How does online therapy work?
Talking therapy is offered by video, so you can have sessions from home or while travelling — from your front room to your hotel room. All you need is a Wi-Fi connection.
Can you see me if I live abroad?
Often, yes. I work with clients in most countries, but I can't practise everywhere because of rules around my professional registration and insurance. Tell me where you're based when you get in touch and I'll let you know.
How long are sessions, and how often?
On average, sessions are 55 minutes long. Dr Soph usually works with people on a weekly basis at first, switching to fortnightly sessions at a later stage. Some work spans a single session to six weeks, some is longer-term. It all depends on your concerns and goals.
What happens in the first session?
You will be asked what has brought you to therapy, what your goals are, your obstacles and your strengths. By the end of that session you will understand your situation, what is causing it and what is maintaining it — and you will have a plan.
Is online therapy effective?
Research so far suggests that therapy by video can work as well as in-person sessions for many common difficulties, including low mood and anxiety, and that a genuine, trusting relationship can form online. It isn't right for everyone or every situation, so a free consultation is a chance to check whether it suits you.
How quickly will I get a reply?
Within 72 hours. Please do not include any intimate details of your experiences in messages — this is to ensure your privacy.