WELCOME TO SONDER THERAPIES
Deciding to reach out for support is a big step and this space was created with that in mind. Whether you’re feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or simply in need of someone to walk alongside you, you’re not alone.
A LITTLE BIT ABOUT ME
For much of my life, anxiety was an undercurrent I didn’t have a name for – I thought I was just different and this “thing” was part of who I was. Episodes of depression and struggles to process events from my younger years shaped patterns that followed me into adulthood. It wasn’t until my late twenties that I began to understand what I was experiencing and started to meet other people who expressed feeling similarly. Then, in the space of six months during a global pandemic, my father passed away, I was made redundant, went through a difficult breakup, and was asked to move out of my rented apartment. This period of time forced me to confront everything I had been carrying, and in seeking help, I began a deep journey of self-work. Walking that path led me to study psychotherapy, not just to continue my own healing but to help others navigate their own struggles too.
Before this venture, I worked in the creative world, running my own photography business – something I still do alongside my work as a counsellor. I also use my creative background to assist in the therapeutic process, offering photography walks and nature therapy.
My experiences have shaped the way I practice, offering a compassionate and understanding space for those who, like me, are learning to make sense of their stories and become the absolute best version of themselves. It’s my mission to create a community where each person can find a compassionate, fitting therapeutic path and a place to feel seen, respected, and empowered.
Thank you for visiting and considering SONDER THERAPIES as a part of your healing journey. I look forward to walking alongside you as you explore, heal, and grow.
With warmth and gratitude,
Ash
Founder, Sonder Therapies
MBACP | Adv. dip, Counselling & Psychotherapy