Sophie De Carvalho, BACP

Sophie De Carvalho is a mixed race British and 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, prioritising a person centred approach that places emphasis on being seen and heard in the present moment while exploring emotions and life experiences in a compassionate, holding environment.

Sophie draws on a range of therapeutic theories to help clients make sense of patterns and consider practical changes. Her practice incorporates Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Transactional Analysis, Gestalt, psychodynamic ideas and Attachment Theory to deepen insight and create pathways for change. She is registered with the BACP, the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, which indicates professional adherence to recognised standards.

Sophie offers a calm, non-judgemental presence that aims to build a genuine therapeutic relationship, enabling exploration of current difficulties alongside relevant past experiences and relationships. She works collaboratively to address issues that feel overwhelming, helping clients unpick and make sense of intense feelings and everyday challenges so they can move towards their goals and a clearer sense of self.

Evidence-based approaches for remote therapeutic support

Sophie commonly works in a person centred way, which focuses on creating an accepting and empathetic space where the client’s experience is prioritised and explored at their own pace. This approach supports issues around identity, self-esteem and relationships by encouraging personal discovery and emotional processing.

She also draws on Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), a practical method that looks at the links between thoughts, feelings and behaviours to help reduce unhelpful patterns. CBT can be useful for stress, anxiety and symptoms that feel overwhelming by offering concrete strategies to manage day-to-day reactions.

Attachment-informed ideas are used to explore how early relationships influence current patterns in close relationships and self perception. Working with attachment themes can help clients understand difficulties with trust, abandonment fears and family dynamics.

Finding the right therapeutic approach is part of the process. Sophie works collaboratively with each person to identify which methods fit their needs, goals and preferences and may adapt techniques over time as the work develops.

Online therapy with Sophie is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text-based messaging, providing flexibility to fit therapy around work, family or mobility needs. These options make it easier to access regular support from a registered professional without the need to travel, while preserving continuity of care.