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Soyi Chong

Soyi Chong

BACP United Kingdom

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Supportive counsellor who listens first

  • Client-centred approach
  • Focus on relationships
  • Helps build confidence

About Soyi

Soyi Chong is a counsellor based in the United Kingdom with three years of professional experience. She works with adults facing stress, anxiety and relationship concerns. She also supports people dealing with intimacy-related issues, low self-esteem and motivation. Taking the first step can feel hard, and she aims to make that moment straightforward and encouraging.

Her approach starts by listening. She believes each person is the expert in their own life and brings curiosity to understand what matters to them. Sessions focus on the client’s priorities and strengths rather than imposing a fixed plan.

Soyi uses Client-Centred Therapy as a core way of working. That means she pays attention to what each person wants to explore and offers a warm, non-judgemental space. Conversations often centre on improving communication, building self-love and finding practical ways to handle life changes.

Practical concerns are part of the work. She helps people break down overwhelming problems into manageable steps. This can include small actions to build confidence or new ways to talk about difficult feelings with others.

Soyi aims to adapt to each person’s pace and needs. People looking for focused, compassionate support around stress, anxiety, relationships, or transitions may find her style helpful. To begin, clients are asked to complete a short matching questionnaire and then schedule sessions according to availability.

How Client-Centred Work Translates to Online Therapy

Client-Centred Therapy focuses on the person’s experience and priorities. In practice this means the counsellor listens closely and follows the client’s lead. It is useful for issues like anxiety, relationship worries and building self-esteem because the person sets the pace and topics.

Soyi’s way of working also emphasises strengths and collaboration. She helps people notice what already works for them and how to use those strengths to manage life changes. This approach can help when communication problems or intimacy concerns feel overwhelming.

Finding the right approach is part of the process. The counsellor will work together with the client to decide what felt helpful and what to try next. That discussion takes account of the client’s goals, preferences and day-to-day realities.

The original biography does not list specific session formats, so please confirm the available options before booking. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions around work, study or family routines. It may also allow shorter check-ins, reduce travel time and help people join from a location that suits their schedule.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesIntimacy-related issuesSelf esteemCoping with life changes

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered Therapy

Experience

3+ years

Listed in

United Kingdom

Languages

English

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of problems can I bring to therapy?

Soyi works with stress, anxiety, relationship and intimacy-related issues. She also helps with self-esteem, motivation, communication problems and coping with life changes.

How would you describe the therapy style?

She follows a Client-Centred Therapy approach, which means sessions focus on the client’s priorities and strengths. The work is collaborative and paced to what feels right for the person.

What experience does the counsellor have?

She has three years of professional experience working with people on stress, relationships, self-worth and life transitions.

What are the counsellor's credentials and location?

The counsellor holds BACP registration and practises in the United Kingdom.

Can I work with this counsellor if I live outside the UK?

Sessions are offered in English and international clients are not currently accepted.

What session formats are available?

The original biography does not specify session formats. Please confirm current session options before booking.

How are sessions paid for and what do they cost?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability. Sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.

How do I start working with the counsellor?

Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to the counsellor's availability.

Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the crisis numbers.

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