Hendrina Sterling Rodriguez, NCPS
Bilingual trauma-informed psychotherapist and counsellor
- English and Spanish
- Trauma-informed care
- CBT and relationship tools
About Hendrina Sterling Rodriguez
Hendrina Sterling Rodriguez is a bilingual psychotherapist and counsellor with over 10 years of clinical experience across the NHS and private practice. She holds NCPS, a professional credential that indicates formal clinical training and standards, and is a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional - Level II (CCTP-II), specialising in trauma-informed practice. She is also a trained Clinical Hypnotherapist and was recognised as Online Therapist of the Year for South West England in 2024/25, an acknowledgement of her dedication to ethical and thoughtful online therapeutic work.
Her approach is counselling-led, practical, and focused on the present moment, aimed at helping people feel supported, understood, and empowered in day-to-day life. She works collaboratively and respectfully, combining core counselling skills with CBT-informed strategies and relationship-focused tools, including principles informed by the Gottman method, to address concerns such as stress, anxiety, burnout, communication difficulties, and life transitions. Hendrina emphasises skills-based and solution-focused techniques to help clients clarify goals, reduce overwhelm, and make meaningful, manageable changes in the here and now.
Hendrina is transparent about therapeutic fit - on this platform she does not provide intensive psychodynamic work, long-term trauma processing, or deep childhood trauma treatment. By maintaining this boundary she aims to offer consistent attention, clarity, and structure for clients who seek grounded, structured, and supportive counselling rather than high-intensity clinical or crisis-level interventions. Prospective clients are invited to review publicly available information about her work to determine whether she may be the right match.
Her approach is counselling-led, practical, and focused on the present moment, aimed at helping people feel supported, understood, and empowered in day-to-day life. She works collaboratively and respectfully, combining core counselling skills with CBT-informed strategies and relationship-focused tools, including principles informed by the Gottman method, to address concerns such as stress, anxiety, burnout, communication difficulties, and life transitions. Hendrina emphasises skills-based and solution-focused techniques to help clients clarify goals, reduce overwhelm, and make meaningful, manageable changes in the here and now.
Hendrina is transparent about therapeutic fit - on this platform she does not provide intensive psychodynamic work, long-term trauma processing, or deep childhood trauma treatment. By maintaining this boundary she aims to offer consistent attention, clarity, and structure for clients who seek grounded, structured, and supportive counselling rather than high-intensity clinical or crisis-level interventions. Prospective clients are invited to review publicly available information about her work to determine whether she may be the right match.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
LGBTFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseGriefParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)Divorce and separationEmptinessForgivenessGuilt and shameInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPhobiasPost-traumatic stressSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationWorkplace issues
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Existential Therapy Gottman Method Hypnotherapy Imago Relationship Therapy Jungian Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Somatic Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Hendrina Sterling Rodriguez have?
Hendrina Sterling Rodriguez has 10 years of professional experience.
Is Hendrina Sterling Rodriguez a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the NCPS credential. No additional licence details were provided.
In which languages does Hendrina Sterling Rodriguez provide therapy?
She provides therapy in English and Spanish.
Where is Hendrina Sterling Rodriguez located?
She is located in the United Kingdom.
How can I work with Hendrina Sterling Rodriguez as my therapist?
You can work with Hendrina Sterling Rodriguez through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Hendrina Sterling Rodriguez work with international clients?
Yes, Hendrina Sterling Rodriguez works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Hendrina Sterling Rodriguez cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Approaches that guide online sessions
Hendrina draws on evidence-informed approaches to structure online work and tailor interventions to each person's needs. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thinking and behaviour patterns to reduce symptoms like anxiety and low mood and to build practical coping skills. Attachment-Based Therapy explores early and current relationship patterns, helping people understand how attachment styles influence intimacy, trust, and communication in adult relationships. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, known as ACT, helps people clarify personal values and develop psychological flexibility through acceptance and mindful action - it can be useful for managing stress, worry, and life transitions.Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Hendrina works collaboratively with clients to determine what fits best based on individual goals, preferences, and circumstances. She adapts methods as work progresses so clients feel involved in decisions about their care.
Online therapy with Hendrina offers practical flexibility - sessions can take place by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging to suit different schedules and needs. These options make ongoing support more accessible for people balancing work, family, or living in different locations, while allowing licensed professionals and therapists to deliver consistent, goal-focused care.
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