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Sonia "Nina" Sweeney, BACP, NCPS

Stress, Anxiety Family conflicts Trauma, Abuse Anger management Self esteem, Motivation
Video Phone Live Chat Messaging

About me

Hello! My name is Nina and I am a Brazilian who has been living in the UK for more than 20 years. I am licensed in the UK with 11 years of professional work experience. I am a Registered Member of BACP (British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy) and an accredited Member of NCPS (National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society).
Throughout the years I have worked with adults, teenagers and parents, supporting clients with a wide range of issues such as stress, depression, anxiety, self-harm, anger management, surviving domestic and narcissistic abuse, self-esteem and confidence building. I also have training in Not Good Enough mindset, Dealing with Shame and Trauma informed therapy. I also have a Couple/Relationship COSRT Level 5 accredited certificate.
I am currently training to update my expertise in Trauma-Informed Therapy.
Counselling can be an enriching experience and the bond and trust developed between client and therapist can be really worthwhile. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.

Professional experience

9yrs in practice
Stress, Anxiety Family conflicts Trauma, Abuse Anger management Self esteem, Motivation

Additional areas of focus: Relationship issues, Grief, Sleeping disorders, Parenting issues, Depression, Coping with life changes, Compassion fatigue, Abandonment, Antisocial Personality, Attachment issues, Avoidant Personality, Blended Family Issues, Body image, Caregiver issues and stress, Codependency, Commitment Issues, Communication problems, Control issues, Dependent Personality, Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD), Dissociation, Divorce and separation, Domestic Violence, Emptiness, Expats, Family of Origin Issues, Family Problems, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, Immigration Issues, Impulsivity, Isolation / loneliness, Jealousy, Life purpose, Men's issues, Midlife crisis, Mood disorders , Multicultural Concerns, Narcissism, Obsessions, Compulsions, and OCD, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Paranoia, Phobias, Postpartum Depression, Post-traumatic stress, Prejudice and Discrimination, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Self-Harm, Self-love, Sexuality, Social anxiety and phobia, Women's issues, Workplace issues, Young Adult Issues

Clinical approaches: Client-Centered Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy

Services offered

Video
Phone
Live Chat
Messaging

Credentials information

BACP Therapist - Registered Member MBACP #164484

NCPS Therapist - Accredited Member (MNCPS Accred) #NCS23-04930

Reviews

These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Sonia "Nina" Sweeney. We don't pay anyone to provide their review and they are all made voluntarily. Some people's experience receiving therapy with BetterHelp might be different.

Working with Nina is a truly positive experience. From our first session, she made me feel completely comfortable and understood. Her empathy and insight have helped me through some tough times, and I’ve gained practical tools that I use daily. Nina listens deeply and genuinely cares about her clients, making her not only a skilled therapist but also a wonderful person. I’m grateful for her support and highly recommend her to anyone looking for a compassionate and dedicated therapist.

Written on Oct 30, 2024 after therapy with Sonia "Nina" for 2 months on issues concerning relationship issues, family conflicts, and intimacy-related issues

Nina continues to be a great source of support and encouragement - she challenges the way I think and act in a way that has allowed me to grow and understand myself better.

Written on Sep 08, 2024 after therapy with Sonia "Nina" for 1 year and 8 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, self esteem, career difficulties, and coping with life changes

Nina is wonderful and she’s helped me so much over the last few months.

Written on Aug 24, 2024 after therapy with Sonia "Nina" for 5 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, and parenting issues

Nina has been amazing since day 1 ! Always very supportive and understanding. 10/10 !

Written on Aug 17, 2024 after therapy with Sonia "Nina" for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, and self esteem

Sonia is a caring and loving therapist, with q lot of knowledge on the topics that I struggle with. She is passionate about her work, takes it seriously and contonuosly educates herself. I never have to doubt if she is "up to date" with research or findings.

Written on Aug 10, 2024 after therapy with Sonia "Nina" for 5 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, anger management, and adhd

Nina is a wonderful and kind therapist who has made my first experience with therapy a great one. She really listens and helps me process my thoughts. I can’t recommend her highly enough!

Written on Jul 30, 2024 after therapy with Sonia "Nina" for 6 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, self esteem, anger management, coping with life changes, and adhd