BACP

Sidonia Stiles, BACP

Therapist in the UK

Sidonia is a BACP therapist in the UK.

27+ years of experience
Focus areas include Stress, Anxiety, Relationship issues
Approaches include Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Attachment-Based Therapy

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About Sidonia

Sidonia Stiles, who often goes by Sonia, practises from The Natural Fitnesses Centre in Eastbourne, United Kingdom, and brings a long history of therapeutic work to her private practice. She is a BACP-registered counsellor - registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, a recognised professional body in the UK - and holds an HND Diploma in Person Centred counselling (2006) and a Level 5 Diploma in Relationship Therapy (2019) from CPCAB, the Counselling & Psychotherapy Central Awarding Body. With 27 years of experience, she blends a person-centred approach with relationship-focused training to support people facing anxiety, stress, depression, bereavement and relational difficulties, including work with the LGBT community.

Sonia previously spent ten years as a group worker for a local council supporting residential young people, an experience that deepened her insight into family dynamics and complex relationship patterns. In clinical work she uses tools such as genograms to explore family systems and upbringing, and draws on Gestalt-informed ideas when addressing grief and loss so each person’s experience is attended to respectfully.

She offers evening and weekend appointments from her Eastbourne practice and, in response to changing client needs, now provides online sessions. Therapy is offered in English and Portuguese, and she accepts international clients for remote work.

Areas of expertise

Experience

27+ years

Credentials

BACP

Languages

English, Portuguese

Focus areas

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesGrief Intimacy-related issues Depression Addictions LGBTFamily conflicts

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Trauma and abuseSleeping disordersParenting issuesSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changes Coaching Compassion fatigue

Approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)Gottman Method Mindfulness Therapy

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Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Somatic Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy Systemic Therapy

Also listed for

Abandonment Adoption and foster care Aging and geriatric issues Attachment issues Autism and Asperger Syndrome Avoidant personality

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Blended family issues Body image Caregiver issues and stress Chronic pain, illness, and disability Codependency Commitment issues Communication problems Control issues Coping with natural or human-caused disaster Dependent personality Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)Dissociation Divorce and separation Domestic violenceEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issues Fertility issues Forgiveness Gender dysphoria Guilt and shame HIV / AIDS Hoarding Hospice and end-of-life counseling Immigration issues Infidelity Intellectual disability Isolation / loneliness Jealousy Life purpose Men's issues Midlife crisis Multicultural concerns Narcissism Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD Panic disorder and panic attacks Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships Postpartum depression Post-traumatic stress Pregnancy and childbirth Prejudice and discrimination Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-love Sexual assault and abuse Sexual dysfunction Sexuality Social anxiety and phobia Women's issues Workplace issues Young adult issues

Online approaches for relationship and grief work

Client-Centered Therapy places the client’s own experience at the centre of the process. The therapist offers empathy and non-directive support to help people explore feelings, increase self-understanding and build confidence - useful for anxiety, low mood and relationship concerns.

Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on how early bonds and attachment patterns shape current relationships. It helps people understand intimacy difficulties, fear of abandonment and communication problems by tracing relational habits and creating new ways of connecting.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic journey and Sidonia works collaboratively with clients to determine what fits best. She listens to each person’s goals and preferences, explains different methods in plain language, and adapts the work as needs evolve.

Online therapy with Sidonia is offered by video call, phone, live chat or text-based messaging to provide flexibility for busy lives and for those who live far from Eastbourne. These options make it easier to maintain regular sessions, manage care responsibilities, and access consistent therapeutic support from registered professionals regardless of location.

Frequently asked questions

How much experience does Sidonia Stiles have?

Sidonia Stiles has 27 years of experience.

Is Sidonia Stiles a registered therapist?

Yes. She is registered with the BACP - the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy.

In which languages does Sidonia Stiles provide therapy?

Sidonia provides therapy in English and Portuguese.

Where is Sidonia Stiles located?

She is based in the United Kingdom.

How can I work with Sidonia Stiles as my therapist?

You can work with Sidonia through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Sidonia Stiles work with international clients?

Yes, Sidonia works with international clients.

How much does therapy with Sidonia Stiles cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be cancelled at any time, for any reason. For current details, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.