Testimonials
I have been fortunate to work with some amazing people, offering sessions online and in-person, via one-to-one sessions, with groups and organisations. Some of my clients have very kindly taken the time to leave me their testimonials, sharing their experiences of how Sophrology has made a positive impact on their lives.
I am very grateful to them and hope their words inspire you to find out more about Sophrology and how it could help you.
Carla
Clients Testimonials
"Having one-to-one Sophrology sessions with Carla has enabled me to experience relaxation at a very deep level. I have finished each session feeling physically and mentally at one with myself. When challenges arise in my daily life I can now use the different techniques to help restore my sense of balance and equilibrium. As a facilitator I felt that Carla combines her intuition with her knowledge of me to provide a session that is focused and extremely beneficial. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend Sophrology and Carla."
Juliet from Leeds
"Sophrology has dramatically improved my sleep. I was barely sleeping at all, but after 2 sessions I found myself falling asleep quite quickly. And after 3 or 4 sessions, I could also stay asleep or fall back asleep after waking up in the middle of the night. This was by applying simple and straight forward breathing and relaxation techniques and following the sophrology mechanisms that Carla showed me."
Aline from Nottingham
"I’ve recently completed a six week online Sophrology course with Carla. I entered onto the course with an open mind, not really sure of what to expect or really what was going to be offered on the course. I was looking for something to compliment my practise of yoga and help with my health issue of back pain of which I’ve suffered for over 20 years. I have to say I thoroughly enjoyed it, learning the different Sophrology techniques have been invaluable when dealing with my back pain, challenging situations, as well as helping me focus on my yoga practise. A great introduction to Sophrology and the start of a new journey. Thank you Carla. Namaste."
Sophie from Leeds
"Since being diagnosed with cancer, I cannot express how Sophrology, with Carla's guidance has helped me. Sophrology has given me a method to work with helping me relax by bringing me into my own body to help create optimal health and well being. I use the techniques daily when negative thoughts arise, during hospital visits and my own journey of self awareness and discovery.
Carla is intuitive, empathic, caring, very professional in her approach and I trust her implicitly. She listens and connects with me. Carla uses her skills to put a proposed plan in place for our sessions and in each session connects in with me to determine what I need on the day. This has enabled me to grow in confidence and self trust when dealing with treatment and hospital visits.
Most importantly I look forward to our sessions together. The sessions always bring me some new learning, insight, and techniques to build upon.
I cannot recommend Carla and Sophrology enough."
Most importantly I look forward to our sessions together. The sessions always bring me some new learning, insight, and techniques to build upon.
I cannot recommend Carla and Sophrology enough."
Cath from Hartlepool
"I contacted Carla following an article I had read on Mindfulness to explore whether sophrology was something that could help me prepare for a 2 day assessment centre I was attending which is a critical step on the path to Partnership at my firm. I have been through assessment centres before and I was expecting this to be challenging and knew I would be outside my comfort zone for the majority of the two days. Whilst I am normally a fairly confident person as the date drew nearer I found myself beginning to increasingly doubt my abilities and I realised that I needed to stop this negative way of thinking otherwise the outcome was going to be as bad as I feared.
Carla explained in the initial discussion how Sophrology could, and she believed would, help me get in the right frame of mind and enable me to jettison any negative feelings and anxieties concerning the two days. I had two sessions with Carla, the first was five days before the assessment centre and the second the evening before. Whilst difficult to describe I knew as soon as I woke the following day that I was ready and I had no doubts that I was going to do anything other than give it my best shot. The two days went exceptionally well and the feedback I obtained was very positive, to the extent I may be able to miss the next step on the partnership assessment and go straight to the final stage. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend sophrology and particularly The Stress Solution Sophrology to anyone who is concerned about overcoming and addressing challenges they face. The little voice we all have in our head can be your biggest foe or your biggest ally. I have no doubt that the time I spent with Carla ensured that for me, on those two days, it was the latter and not the former." - David was offered his partnership position and is still there now enjoying his role.
Carla explained in the initial discussion how Sophrology could, and she believed would, help me get in the right frame of mind and enable me to jettison any negative feelings and anxieties concerning the two days. I had two sessions with Carla, the first was five days before the assessment centre and the second the evening before. Whilst difficult to describe I knew as soon as I woke the following day that I was ready and I had no doubts that I was going to do anything other than give it my best shot. The two days went exceptionally well and the feedback I obtained was very positive, to the extent I may be able to miss the next step on the partnership assessment and go straight to the final stage. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend sophrology and particularly The Stress Solution Sophrology to anyone who is concerned about overcoming and addressing challenges they face. The little voice we all have in our head can be your biggest foe or your biggest ally. I have no doubt that the time I spent with Carla ensured that for me, on those two days, it was the latter and not the former." - David was offered his partnership position and is still there now enjoying his role.
David from Harrogate
"Until a few months ago I knew nothing about Sophrology, but all that was about to change. Perhaps it might be helpful if I tell you a little about myself and how and why I first came to experience Sophrology. I work in a niche area of law and in the past two to three years the company where I work has undergone radical changes which have created new challenges and opportunities, including opportunities for promotion, building and leading a new team. One such opportunity arose recently, and having worked there for the past eight years I was keen to apply. However, I felt apprehensive about doing so, it was years since I had last attended an interview, the post was very competitive and many of my more experienced colleagues were applying. Having completed a lengthy application form I was called to interview and informed it would be over an hour long and I would be required to commence with a PowerPoint presentation.
I felt very anxious about the interview and the thought of being interviewed by three senior directors filled me with fear, I was terrified of making a fool of myself in front of people I knew. Those close to me said my anxiety was normal, but I knew it would adversely impact on my performance so I needed some professional help and guidance as the interview was just days away. It was then that I came across Sophrology and I decided to try it, at the same time I was very sceptical. I crammed in three sessions before the interview and repeated the exercises as often as I could. The morning of the interview came and I fully expected the usual feelings of butterflies in my stomach, but they never came, instead I felt calm, composed and confident. I was sure it wouldn't last, how wrong I was. I was the first candidate to be seen at 8.30am and as I write this I still find it hard to believe how good it felt. I enjoyed the interview, yes I enjoyed it. The presentation flowed perfectly. One of the questions was particularly challenging and instead of trying to think of an answer quickly, I asked for a few moments, gave it some thought and then answered it. The hour just flew by and I was really pleased that the lovely authentic calm feeling remained. I no longer cared if I was appointed or not.
A week later I was told I was successful and I started my new post a week ago. I still attend Sophrology sessions with Carla as I realise it has so many benefits and has helped me so much. Outside of work it is lovely when those around me say 'you seem really content, you laugh more.' So try it. and you too will notice a subtle and wonderful difference in your life."
I felt very anxious about the interview and the thought of being interviewed by three senior directors filled me with fear, I was terrified of making a fool of myself in front of people I knew. Those close to me said my anxiety was normal, but I knew it would adversely impact on my performance so I needed some professional help and guidance as the interview was just days away. It was then that I came across Sophrology and I decided to try it, at the same time I was very sceptical. I crammed in three sessions before the interview and repeated the exercises as often as I could. The morning of the interview came and I fully expected the usual feelings of butterflies in my stomach, but they never came, instead I felt calm, composed and confident. I was sure it wouldn't last, how wrong I was. I was the first candidate to be seen at 8.30am and as I write this I still find it hard to believe how good it felt. I enjoyed the interview, yes I enjoyed it. The presentation flowed perfectly. One of the questions was particularly challenging and instead of trying to think of an answer quickly, I asked for a few moments, gave it some thought and then answered it. The hour just flew by and I was really pleased that the lovely authentic calm feeling remained. I no longer cared if I was appointed or not.
A week later I was told I was successful and I started my new post a week ago. I still attend Sophrology sessions with Carla as I realise it has so many benefits and has helped me so much. Outside of work it is lovely when those around me say 'you seem really content, you laugh more.' So try it. and you too will notice a subtle and wonderful difference in your life."
Gaby from Leeds
Let yourself be gently guided back into a state of balance using Sophrology