Sophie Rogers
Dance Movement Psychotherapist and Sandplay Therapist
I'm a UKCP-accredited psychotherapist and Registered Dance Movement Psychotherapist (RDMP) with ADMP UK. Since 2009, I've worked alongside adults, children and young people through anxiety, grief, trauma, life changes and the quieter, harder-to-name experiences of being human.
My approach is relational, embodied and creative. I'm interested in how we experience the world through our bodies, relationships and imagination, and in what might emerge when we have space to explore these together.
Psychotherapy doesn't have to be just about talking. Depending on what feels meaningful to you, our work might include movement, stillness, imagery, sandplay, art-making, play or talking. You don't need any experience of dance or art, and there's no right way to take part.
I offer individual psychotherapy in a counselling room, as well as access to larger spaces for work that would benefit from more room for movement and creative exploration. I work face-to-face in North Yorkshire and online.
Alongside my psychotherapy practice, I offer clinical supervision to therapists, particularly those interested in creative and embodied approaches.
My work is informed by dance movement psychotherapy, sandplay and process-oriented approaches, with an interest in our relationship with the natural world and how this connects with our inner lives.
If you're curious about this way of working, you're welcome to get in touch to find out more.
What Does a Dance Movement Psychotherapist do?
Dance Movement Psychotherapy (DMP) is a form of psychotherapy that recognises the connection between body and mind. It offers opportunities to explore feelings, experiences and relationships through movement and creativity, as well as through talking.
Sessions may include movement with or without music, stillness, props, imagery, play or creative exploration. We can notice bodily sensations, patterns of movement and changes in energy, allowing space for experiences that may be difficult to put into words.
The work is collaborative and shaped around the individual. You can explore in your own way and at your own pace. There is no need to be a dancer or have previous experience of movement.
For more information, visit the Association for Dance Movement Psychotherapy UK (ADMP UK).
see ADMP
What Does a Sandplay Therapist do?
Sandplay offers a way to explore experiences, feelings and relationships through a tray of sand and a collection of miniature objects and symbols.
Images and scenes can emerge without needing to explain everything in words. This can be helpful for people who find talking difficult, as well as for those who would like to explore their experiences in a different way.
Some people work quietly, while others like to talk as they create. The therapist offers a supportive presence, and there is no right or wrong way to use the sand tray.
Working with the sand can also bring attention to bodily sensations and feelings. The process offers space for curiosity, imagination and reflection, at a pace that feels manageable for the person.
Who provides Dance Movement Psychotherapy at the Balance Rooms?
Our Independent Service Provider is Sophie Rogers.
Sophie works out of Potter Brompton and The Balance Rooms Pickering,
Sophie is a UKCP-accredited psychotherapist and Registered Dance Movement Psychotherapist (RDMP) with ADMP UK. Her qualifications and training include:
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MA in Dance Movement Psychotherapy – Canterbury Christ Church University, 2013
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Diploma in Process-Oriented Clinical Supervision – Scarborough Counselling and Psychotherapy Training Institute, 2021
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Certificate in Integrative Sandplay Therapy – Lindsey Toogood, 2026
For more information about Sophie see UKCP or Facebook or Linkedin.
What services are offered?
Sophie covers a range of needs including:
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Trauma
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Stress
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Grief and loss
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Anxiety
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Relationships
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Life Transitions
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And more….
When are appointments available at The Balance Rooms?
Sophie is often running taster sessions and can schedule further sessions around demand. Evening and some weekend appointments are also available.
Sophie manages her own bookings. To find out what appointments are available, full price list and to book an appointment please email Sophie psychotherapywithsophie@gmail.com.