Life can sometimes feel overwhelming, confusing, or simply too much. You might be living with anxiety, depression, low mood, or stuck in patterns that leave you feeling frustrated or disconnected from loved ones, your daily life, or even from yourself. You may feel lonely, find it hard to trust, and wonder if things will ever feel manageable again.
I work with a wide range of experiences, and I have particular knowledge and experience in Unmet Childhood Needs, Trauma, ADHD, Anxiety, OCD, Dating Patterns, Relationship Issues, and Parenting Challenges, However, I am here to support you with whatever you might be facing. I offer both face to face sessions from my private practice in Leek, Staffordshire and online therapy to anywhere in the UK.
I am a qualified and fully insured psychotherapist, registered with the BACP. Alongside my private practice, I also work one day a week within a trauma charity, supporting individuals through some of life’s most difficult experiences.
I work with a wide range of emotional and relational difficulties, including:
Therapy with me is:
My approach is integrative, drawing on a range of therapeutic models including psychodynamic, attachment-based, CBT, and person-centred therapy. Rather than following a rigid model, our work is shaped around you and your individual needs.
Trauma doesn’t always come from one clear event. It can grow from childhood experiences, emotional neglect, difficult relationships, or moments where you had to cope alone.
My trauma-informed approach is gentle and collaborative, focused on safety, understanding patterns, and helping you feel more grounded in your life and relationships.
If you find yourself repeating the same relationship cycles, struggling with trust, or feeling disconnected from others or yourself, therapy can help you explore why these patterns formed and how to move forward differently.
We can also explore the complexities of family and other relationships, whether it’s with your parents, siblings, children, or friends. Every connection is unique and has its own story
This work is supportive, reflective, and practical, helping you build healthier and more secure connections.
"Vanessa made me feel comfortable and supported from the moment I started therapy. With Vanessa's help we were able to look at my past and I shared things that I had never said out loud before. Together we made sense of why I felt the way I did and why I struggled with certain situations. Therapy has been life changing for me and I will be forever grateful for our time together, Thank you Vanessa."
"I will miss our weekly morning sessions, I feel so much better for them. My Husband and my family have noticed a huge positive change, thank you for everything you have done for me! I now have a spring in my step again and I will be recommending you to anyone seeking counselling."
Sessions are available in person from my private practice in Leek, Staffordshire, or online across the UK.
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It’s completely okay to have questions or feel unsure. You’re welcome to get in touch for a free 10-minute introductory call to see whether therapy with me feels like the right fit.
We look forward to hearing from you all we need from you is the name of your buisness and what package you are intrested in and we will get back to you within 1-2 buisness days to set up your free consultation.
Please contact me to find out more. I will aim to reply within 48 hours of contact.
Please note, this is not an emergency service