Sophie De Carvalho, BACP

Sophie De Carvalho is a mixed-race (British/Caribbean) counsellor who brings a nuanced understanding of culture, neglect, oppression, racism and identity to her work. She supports adults of all ages, backgrounds and identities, creating a space where individuals can be seen and heard in the present while exploring their current emotions and experiences.

Sophie practices in a person-centred way, prioritising empathy, presence and non-judgmental listening as the foundation for change. She also draws on Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Transactional Analysis, Gestalt, psychodynamic theory and Attachment Theory to help clients deepen self-understanding and identify practical shifts they may wish to make. Sophie holds the BACP credential - the professional association for counsellors and psychotherapists in the United Kingdom - which indicates membership of a recognised UK counselling body.

Her approach focuses on drawing connections between past relationships and present difficulties to enhance insight and sense of self. Sophie offers a genuine and compassionate therapeutic relationship that aims to hold difficult feelings without judgement and to support clients as they work towards their goals.

She works with a wide range of concerns including stress, anxiety, relationship and family issues, trauma and abuse, self-esteem and related areas such as abandonment, attachment challenges, body image, communication and family-of-origin difficulties. Sophie can help unpack overwhelming feelings and make everyday situations feel more manageable.

Therapeutic approaches for online support and connection

Sophie integrates person-centred work with targeted techniques so online therapy feels both empathic and practical. Person-centred therapy emphasises deep listening, empathy and being fully present - it helps people feel understood as they explore emotions, identity and relationship patterns. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) offers structured ways to identify and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviours, which can be useful for managing anxiety, stress and mood difficulties. Attachment Theory is used to explore how early relationships shape current expectations and patterns in relationships, helping clients make sense of connection, trust and separation issues.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Sophie will work together with each person to identify their needs, goals and preferences, blending approaches where helpful and adjusting the focus as the therapy progresses.

Online therapy with Sophie is available via video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text-based messaging, offering flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These options make it easier to access consistent support without travel, and they allow therapy to fit into everyday life while preserving the therapeutic relationship with a licensed professional.