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About Sonja Rodney & Libera Mentis Counselling

I come from a diverse background, born and raised in London with roots in Northern Ireland and Trinidad & Tobago. Over the years, my life experiences have shaped how I see the world, and I’ve developed a deep understanding of the complexities of human nature through travel and a rich variety of personal experiences. I have experienced childhood trauma, as well as trauma in adulthood and I have suffered a number of bereavements, sometimes questioning my faith & spirituality. I struggled with narcissistic abuse which left me broken for a number of years. But with the help of therapy I am the person I am today: fulfilled in the work I do with others like you & I. These influences help me bring genuine empathy and an open mind to my practice. In my work, I truly value each person and the wisdom they bring from their own life journey. I believe in the power of different perspectives, and so alongside extensive training, I use those past experiences to help you find clarity, healing, and growth.

Libera Mentis: Helping You Free Your Mind

People often ask why my practice is called Libera Mentis when my name is Sonja Rodney.

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Libera Mentis is Latin for "Free Mind", and the name reflects what counselling has meant both in my own life and in the lives of many of the people I work with. Experiences such as trauma, narcissistic abuse, grief, anxiety, depression, stress, and significant life changes can leave us feeling trapped by our thoughts, emotions, or circumstances. Counselling can help us gain understanding, find new perspectives, and move towards greater freedom and choice.

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Libera Mentis is my private counselling practice, and I work as a sole practitioner, so whenever you contact Libera Mentis, you will always be speaking directly with me.

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Qualifications & Experience

Qualifications & Professional Memberships 

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  • Accredited counsellor registered with BACP and ACC

  • Level 5 Diploma in Integrative Therapeutic Counselling

  • Advanced Certificate in Clinical Supervision Including Online and Telephone Working

  • Trauma-Informed Practitioner

Current Professional Work

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  • Founder of Libera Mentis Counselling & Psychotherapy

  • Counsellor with Spill

  • Counsellor for The Change Foundation

  • Registered provider with WPA, Aviva and Vitality

Previous Experience

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  • Cruse Bereavement Support

  • Mind

  • Advance Minerva

  • Resourceful Women's Network

Areas of Special Interest

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  • Trauma and complex trauma

  • Narcissistic abuse

  • Attachment and childhood experiences

  • Grief and bereavement

  • Faith and spirituality

Let’s Work Together

If you'd like to find out more or arrange a counselling session, please get in touch using this form.

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