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Sonia "Nina" Sweeney, NCPS, BACP

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

9 yrs 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, 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

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

BACP Therapist - Registered Member MBACP #164484

Reviews

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Simply the best choice!

Written on Jan 28, 2025 after therapy with Sonia "Nina" for 6 months on issues concerning relationship issues, self esteem, career difficulties, and adhd

Nina is an amazing therapist, I'm working with her for about 10 months now and I can really feel my progress.

Written on Jan 22, 2025 after therapy with Sonia "Nina" for 10 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, self esteem, anger management, and coping with life changes

Nina has been the most incredible guide for me - with her, I've navigated through so many complex issues and have learnt a great deal from her knowledge and expertise. I cannot imagine anyone else being able to help me in the way she has.

Written on Jan 14, 2025 after therapy with Sonia "Nina" for 2 years on issues concerning stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, self esteem, career difficulties, and coping with life changes

Nina has such a warm and positive vibe that makes you feel comfortable straight away. She's an amazing listener and really creates a space where you feel properly heard and understood

Written on Jan 02, 2025 after therapy with Sonia "Nina" for 3 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, and compassion fatigue

I feel comfortable working with Nina, she has always made me feel at ease, i love that she is invested in my journey, helps me find ways to cope with my anxiety, always sends me resources, always educates, and guides me in a professional way! she has helped me see my own world differently, helped me heal and move on from things i did not know i can, she is really the best, grateful for her

Written on Dec 04, 2024 after therapy with Sonia "Nina" for 7 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, self esteem, coping with life changes, coaching, and adhd

Nina is open, nurturing and supportive in your path. She really listens to what you need and proceeds to take a personalised approach so that you get the most out of therapy. She carries a lot of passion in what she does.

Written on Nov 25, 2024 after therapy with Sonia "Nina" for 2 weeks on issues concerning family conflicts