Dr.Sophie
Schimmel
Counselling Psychologist, CPsychol
I am a Chartered Counselling Psychologist (CPsychol), registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) and British Psychological Society (BPS), with extensive experience working in the NHS, private practice, and the charity sector. I provide a safe, supportive space for individuals to explore their challenges, with kindness at the heart of my therapy. I am dedicated to building strong, empathetic relationships grounded in warmth, respect, and acceptance.
Areas of Expertise
Anxiety, Depression, Stress, Panic, Trauma, PTSD, Relationship and Communication Difficulties, Family Interactions, Low Self-Esteem, Shame, Stigma, Sexuality Struggles, Self-Acceptance Challenges, and the Psychological Impact of Infectious Diseases and Long-Term Health Conditions.
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I approach these issues using Systemic and Humanistic frameworks, incorporating tools from EMDR, Narrative Therapy, ACT, and CBT.
Clinical Interests ​
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I work with adolescents and adults in private practice, addressing issues such as anxiety, low mood, stress, self-esteem, trauma and PTSD, and struggles with sexuality or gender identity. During my doctorate, I specialised in relationships, communication, parenting, and divorce.
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Within the NHS, I support individuals in a specialised infectious diseases clinic, helping them navigate the emotional challenges of living with chronic health conditions. My focus includes trauma, shame, guilt, identity concerns, and fostering resilience and acceptance through trauma-informed approaches.
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I am trained in several therapies, including CBT, ACT, EMDR, humanistic, integrative, solution-focused, and systemic therapy. I tailor my approach to meet each client’s unique needs and goals.
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In an initial consultation, we collaborate to understand emotional health and determine the most helpful therapeutic approach. I strive to create a safe, non-judgmental space for exploration and growth.
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I offer a free telephone consultation to help potential clients understand my approach. Please feel free to contact me using the form below.
Experience
2017-2018
2017-2019
2018-2019
2020-2021
2020-2021
2020-2022
2022- Present
2023- Present
Place2be, Children’s mental health charity, Wembley School, London
Highbury Counselling Centre, Adults long-term psychotherapy service, London
West London Eating Disorder Service, Ealing Hospital, London
Cavendish Health Centre GP Practice, London
Clinical Immunology Department, Royal Free Hospital, London
Noa Girls, Adolescent Mental Health Charity, London
Sophie Schimmel Therapy, Private Practice, London
Infectious Diseases Department, Royal Free Hospital, London
I aim to be make therapy as accessible as possible. I am currently registered with the following insurances:
Contact Me
My private practice is based in North West London, although I also offer remote online sessions.
I offer a free initial telephone consultation. Following that, the price per session is £120.
Please do get in contact with any questions. I also adhere to insurance requirements, and can adjust my fees according to your insurance provider.