Sophie Ibekwem, NCPS, BACP

Therapeutic approaches and online support

Many of Sophie’s ways of working centre on person‑centred dialogue that helps people name what matters and set realistic goals. This approach involves listening without judgement and helping the client steer conversations toward their priorities. It can be useful for anxiety, low self‑esteem and when someone wants clear, client‑led change.

Sophie also draws on Transactional Analysis and psychoanalytical ideas to notice relationship patterns and early dynamics that repeat in adult life. These perspectives help identify recurring behaviours like avoidance, abandonment fears or codependency and then try out different responses.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Sophie will work with the client to decide which methods suit their needs, goals and preferences. She adjusts the focus as progress is made and checks in regularly to make sure the work still feels useful.

Online therapy offers flexibility. Video calls mirror face‑to‑face work when visual contact helps, while phone sessions can be easier when bandwidth is limited or a quieter check‑in is needed. Live chat and text messaging suit shorter updates, regular encouragement or people who prefer writing. These options make it easier to fit therapy around work, family and daily life and keep momentum between sessions.