Sonya Black is a BABCP accredited cognitive behavioural psychotherapist and coach with 20 years of experience in both NHS and private practice, including as a clinical lead in a specialist trauma service. She works at the intersection of psychology and family law, having completed family mediation training, supporting individuals and couples navigating separation and divorce while providing trauma-informed training and consultation to family law practitioners. Her work focuses on helping legal professionals recognise and respond to trauma responses in clients, improving case outcomes and reducing trauma during legal processes. Sonya is passionate about bridging therapeutic and legal frameworks to create more humane family justice outcomes.
Cognitive behaviour therapist Sonya Black explains how family lawyers can identify trauma responses and shares practical strategies to support clients who may be dealing with stress responses. As family lawyers, you are often the