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Sidonia Stiles, BACP

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

Sidonia is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.

4.5 stars
Clients are very satisfied with Sidonia. View 30 reviews
Great news, Sidonia is accepting new clients!
She is normally fully-booked.
Speaks English and Portuguese
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in United Kingdom
Accepts worldwide clients

Recent reviews

Very professional and helpful

Reviewed November 2024

I'm so grateful to have her on my side x

Reviewed July 2024

More about Sidonia

  • 27 years' experience
  • Female
  • BACP

My name is Sidonia (Sonia for short) and I run a practice from the The Natural Fitnesses Centre in Eastbourne UK. I am a Person Centred Therapist as well as a Relationship Psychodynamic Therapist.

I work with Relationship issues as well as Bereavement and Anxiety, stress, depression.

I have worked with the LGBT community with in Relationship work and 1-1 work.

Before becoming a Counsellor, I worked as a Group worker for the local council with residential young people for ten years. Working with families and difficult relationships dynamics.

Training, qualifications & experience

I am a registered Counsellor with the BACP and have a HND Diploma (2006) in Person Centred counselling as well as a Level 5 Diploma in Relationship therapy (2019) with CPCAB (Counseling & Psychotherapy Central Awarding Body)

Other areas of counseling I deal with

I work with Relationships and the meaning of each person's own understanding of their up bring. Our upbringing and understanding of everyday life has everything to do with what we have been brought up with in our beliefs, understanding, culturally and systemically. Most importantly, not one upbringing is the same as another which explains common conflict. I work with genograms which are clinical tools to address these matters.

I also work with Bereavement and loss and have a very good understanding of the Gestalt theory around understanding grief and how we may wish to address it, giving respecting to each person’s experience.

Further information

I run a professional private practice from the The National Fitnesses Center in Eastbourne most evenings 6-8pm and at weekends but due to Covid I am now offering online sessions . You can have a look at my site on Downs Counseling Services online https://sites.google.

Specialties

Stress Anxiety Relationship issues Grief Intimacy-related issues Depression LGBT Family conflicts Trauma and abuse Parenting issues Self esteem Coping with life changes Compassion fatigue Adoption and foster care Aging and geriatric issues Autism and Asperger Syndrome Avoidant personality Coping with natural or human-caused disaster Emptiness Family of origin issues Family problems Fatherhood issues Fertility issues Forgiveness Gender dysphoria Guilt and shame Hoarding Immigration issues Infidelity Jealousy Life purpose Multicultural concerns Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships Postpartum depression Prejudice and discrimination Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) Self-love Social anxiety and phobia

Treatment Approaches

  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)
  • Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
  • Psychodynamic Therapy
  • Solution-Focused Therapy
  • Trauma-Focused Therapy

Licenses

  • BACP · United Kingdom · 389622 · Expires October 2025

About online counseling

Affordable.
Pay a low flat fee.
Convenient.
Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
Available now.
There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.

Online counseling, also known as teletherapy, is a method of delivering mental health services through digital means such as video conferencing, phone calls, or messaging platforms. It can be an ideal option for individuals who have difficulty accessing traditional therapy due to geographical distance, time constraints, or personal preferences like privacy and comfort. Many people find it easier to open up from the familiarity of their own space.

Teletherapy has been found to be highly effective, with studies showing that it can produce similar outcomes to in-person therapy, particularly for issues like anxiety, depression, and PTSD. The flexibility and accessibility it offers make it a valuable alternative to conventional therapy settings.

Reviews for Sidonia Stiles

All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.

Overall rating:

4.5

30 reviews

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Clients mention: Helped Recommend Helpful Amazing Great Empathetic Grateful Listens Thank you Confidence

Very professional and helpful

Reviewed November 2024

I'm so grateful to have her on my side x

Reviewed July 2024

My therapist is well experienced in unlocking my hidden emotions and helps me make sense of them

Reviewed July 2024

I came to Sidonia for help in a few topics. I think she is a good therapist who doesn't judge and has been very helpful in a short space of time. I have received some good insights and have received some good advice. Would definitely recommend Sidonia ro anyone in the future.

Reviewed June 2024

Been a great experience so far. For someone who had never been in therapy before Sidonia made it very comfortable from the first session. Would definitely recommend

Reviewed June 2024

Very helpful in building a insight into me. Massively useful and a great step forward.

Reviewed May 2024

Sidonia just totally blew any doubts about therapy out of my mind. She is confident and empathetic but mostly she understands! Her knowledge and advice is life changing. I've suffered a lot of trauma and have trouble with confidence but she made me feel like I CAN actually get through things. I would highly recommend her and I'm looking forward to my next session. I've had therapy before but it was free from my Dr. I now understand how much better better help is. It's an investment in myself.

Reviewed May 2024

I have enjoyed working with Sidonia the past few months. She is an experienced therapist and has provided me with a lot of clarity about my experiences and how to navigate a challenging upbringing. She is very empathetic yet challenges my self-limiting beliefs. I would highly recommend her.

Reviewed May 2024

My therapist, Ms. stiles gives me the confidence of speak freely about my issues, and feel like I am being treated properly and professionally. She's has been helping me with my issues and guiding me, like all processes things take time and she's very patient and thoughtful of my needs. I would recommend Ms. Stiles to anyone without hesitation.

Reviewed April 2024

So far didn’t have a lot of sessions with her but I feel like she actually listens and makes me feel understood.

Reviewed April 2024

I am so grateful to have Sidonia to work with. She is just wonderful all around, so supportive and helpful. Thank you.

Reviewed March 2024

Very profound and considered insights, delivered with calmness and respect.

Reviewed February 2024

Sidonia is amazing, she helped me get through a lot of things with a lot of compassion and understanding, has extremely wise observations and advice, she listens and is patient and understands the human psyche more than any other therapist I’ve seen and in a short time was able to “get me”. Thank you Sidonia!!

Reviewed January 2024

Focused and empathetic. I feel safe and supported by Sidonia.

Reviewed January 2024

Something I really needed when I decided to sign up for therapy, having never done it before, was to speak to someone who would really hear me, someone to build a relationship with who would see me as a person, not just a client, and in this Sidonia really excels. Through ups and downs, good and bad changes, health and poor health, Sidonia has shown me compassion and helped guide me to becoming a happier and healthier version of myself. She is professional, well educated, well trained, and kind. She has helped me to come to my own solutions and coping mechanisms, in a way that provides more long term support, applicable to multiple scenarios. I feel as though I have greatly benefitted from the relationship we have built in my two years of sessions with Sidonia. She has helped me to grow and accept change as it comes, and I am very grateful for the confidence she has instilled in me. I cannot recommend her enough, especially to young people who have not experienced therapy before.

Reviewed December 2023

Sonia is a great therapist. She is honest, caring and really listens to you. I feel like she is able to grasp my experiences and help me view them from different angles. I highly recommend her.

Reviewed April 2023

Always appreciate x

Reviewed November 2022

I could not express how highly i think of Sidonia. She is incredibly supportive, understanding and empathetic to everyone and to all ways of thinking. Other than that she is definitely at the top of her field.

Reviewed November 2022

Sidonia helped me discover some patterns that were really keeping me from thriving, and warmly but firmly helped me set limits and boundaries for myself, helping me become more compassionate to myself. I’ve always found it hard to really believe the “take care of yourself” adage, but working with sidonia really reframed what that means to me.

Reviewed November 2022

Sidonia is helping me discover myself, and she is doing such an amazing job. I am grateful to have her as my therapist!

Reviewed November 2022

Sidonia has been a key anchor and rock for me as I've been navigating various personal journeys the last few months. Her style is to gently be curious and interpret previous patterns and events to reflect back to you. It has been immensely helpful and I've felt our sessions to be deeply transformative.

Reviewed September 2022

Sidonia is a wonderful person. Attentive, careful listener and is extremely knowledgeable in her field. Her advice has made me realise how to finally accept and love myself. Thank you for everything.

Reviewed September 2022

Sidonia has amazing insight in my issues, where they may stem from, and what I can do to improve. She challenges me which is something I really need and encourages me that taking the next step is something I am able to do. Thank you for your continued support and understanding. It's amazing to feel heard but also guided in a firm yet warm manner.

Reviewed September 2022

Sidonia helped me improve my health care. She is very attentive, compassionate and supportive professional. She provides impeccable service and counselling feedback, her expertise shines in our sessions and I consider myself so blessed to have the chance to work with her! 10/10

Reviewed July 2022

Sidonia helped me to become a better mom, partner and friend. I will strongly recommend her. She listens without interrupting and give you the perfect guidelines to help you achieved the goal you set out.

Reviewed May 2022

I love and always look forward to my session with Sidonia , she’s such a great listener and is able to highlight key things/events that is worth reflecting on or digging into . Sidonia uses her many years of experience and knowledge of human development to tackle some of the concerns or patterns of childhood trauma and relationship issues. She is very encouraging and is not afraid to constantly remind me of the truth and value in my self worth . She is truly amazing !

Reviewed May 2022

Sidonia is extremely insightful and knowledgable, she's very good at pin pointing the things that are bothering me the most and helps me understand and work through these things with patience and kindness.

Reviewed May 2022

I found Sidonia really good for my first therapist. She listened and understood what i was saying. She didn't undermine anything i said and i definitely gained insight into myself during my time with her

Reviewed May 2022

Extremely helpful and really helped me to consider a different perspective.

Reviewed March 2022

Sidonia is great therapist!

Reviewed February 2022

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Frequently asked questions

Does Sidonia Stiles offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Sidonia Stiles works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.

What language(s) does Sidonia Stiles speak?

Sidonia Stiles speaks English and Portuguese.

How many years of experience does Sidonia Stiles have?

Sidonia Stiles has 27 years of experience.

Where is Sidonia Stiles licensed to practice?

Sidonia Stiles is licensed to practice in the United Kingdom.

Does Sidonia Stiles accept clients outside of the United Kingdom?

Yes, Sidonia Stiles accepts clients outside of the United Kingdom.

Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?

Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."

What treatment approaches does Sidonia Stiles offer?

Sidonia Stiles offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.

How can I communicate with Sidonia Stiles?

Sidonia Stiles can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.

How do I get started with Sidonia Stiles?

Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.

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