MARY SOPPITT

Welcome here! Whatever brought you to this space, I want you to know you are welcome and supported. I view the therapeutic journey, as a client welcoming me to walk alongside them as they walk on the pathway of their life, and I don’t take this invitation lightly. I can understand it can be vulnerable to reach out for support and I honour your bravery in taking the first step. I hold a strong belief in the expertise of clients when it comes to their own lives, and as a therapist, my role is to support and guide you in processing and uncovering the best steps forward in your personal journey. From my own experience within therapy, I know that the therapeutic relationship is a vital tool for change, and I work empathetically to build that trust between client and therapist.

In my approach, I always take into account the whole person, focusing on your biological, social and psychological self and I am a big believer that wellbeing is directly linked to physical, mental, social and spiritual health. I apply a client centered, trauma informed lens to my work and pull from different modalities including narrative therapy, cognitive behavioural therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, somatic processing and mindfulness. Having had extensive experience as a therapist working with disabled folks, this invaluable firsthand knowledge also profoundly shapes and informs my practice. My training in psychotherapy, spiritually integrated care, psychology and mindful movement allows me to work creatively, flexibly and compassionately with you. Also, my years of professional work experience within university settings allows me valuable insight into the unique challenges students face as well as knowledge on available resources tailored specifically for students within university and college.

If you are struggling with anxiety, stress, depression, emotional regulation, relationship concerns or grief, send me a message to help determine whether we will be a good fit.