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Aminata Sonko, BACP

Compassionate BACP counsellor for stress and trauma
  • Person-centred care
  • Solution focused support
  • BACP registered counsellor

About Aminata Sonko

Aminata Sonko is a BACP-registered counsellor with a degree in Counselling and Psychotherapy and over four years of professional experience working in the United Kingdom. She specialises in supporting people through bereavement, stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, relationship difficulties, low self-esteem, and confidence challenges. Her background combines practical clinical experience with a commitment to gentle, evidence-informed care.

Aminata works from a compassionate, person-centred framework that places the client at the heart of the therapeutic process. She also integrates solution-focused techniques to help clients identify manageable steps toward change and build practical strategies for everyday life. This combination aims to empower individuals to reclaim a sense of control and forward momentum.

She creates a nonjudgmental space where people can explore thoughts, feelings, and memories at their own pace. Aminata believes clients are the experts on their own lives and seeks to collaborate respectfully, offering empathy, clear boundaries, and professional guidance. Whether someone is seeking relief from a specific symptom or looking for greater clarity and motivation, she supports clients with warmth and professionalism.

Aminata is dedicated to walking alongside people during difficult transitions and recovery. She aims to help clients move toward a more balanced, fulfilling life by fostering self-awareness, resilience, and practical coping skills.

Areas of Expertise

Additional Focus Areas

Attachment issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressCommunication problemsControl issuesDivorce and separationForgivenessGuilt and shameIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMood disordersPanic disorder and panic attacksPost-traumatic stressSelf-loveSocial anxiety and phobia

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Aminata Sonko have?

Aminata Sonko has 4 years of professional experience.

Is Aminata Sonko a licensed therapist?

Yes. Aminata Sonko holds BACP, which is the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy.

In which languages does Aminata Sonko provide therapy?

Aminata Sonko provides therapy in English.

Where is Aminata Sonko located?

Aminata Sonko is located in the United Kingdom.

How can I work with Aminata Sonko as my therapist?

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

Does Aminata Sonko work with international clients?

Yes, Aminata Sonko works with international clients.

How much does therapy with Aminata Sonko 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 canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. 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.

Could remote therapy fit your needs?

Many people wonder whether working with a therapist online can make a meaningful difference. For many common concerns - including stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, and life transitions - online therapy has been shown to be comparable in effectiveness to traditional in-person work.

One major benefit is flexibility. Individuals can choose the way of connecting that suits them best - video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or in-app messaging - which can make it easier to keep regular appointments alongside work, family, and other commitments.

Therapists offering remote work are licensed professionals, and many people find that the convenience of online sessions helps them maintain momentum in therapy. If a different therapeutic fit is desired, clients can switch therapists to find the right match.

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