About me
Hi, I’m Valeriia. I’m a qualified and accredited person-centred psychotherapist, mum of two, and someone who believes that therapy doesn’t have to be complicated to be meaningful.
Life can be messy. Sometimes we find ourselves overwhelmed, anxious, grieving, stuck, lost, or simply exhausted from carrying too much for too long. You might be struggling with something specific, or you may just know that things don’t feel quite right anymore.
People sometimes ask whether therapy can “fix” them. My answer is always the same: I don’t believe you need fixing. I believe that every person has their own inner resources, strengths, and capacity for growth, even when life has made those things difficult to see. My role isn’t to give advice or tell you how to live your life. Instead, I offer a safe, supportive, and non-judgemental space where you can explore what’s going on for you and make sense of your experiences in your own way and at your own pace.
I work with adults from a wide range of backgrounds and have experience supporting people with anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, grief and bereavement, trauma, relationship difficulties, life transitions, and feelings of being overwhelmed.
Having moved to the UK as a teenager, I understand some of the challenges that can come with starting over, finding your place, and feeling caught between cultures. Because of this, I have a particular interest in supporting expats, immigrants, and people navigating major life changes.
I also have a special interest in supporting bereaved parents and families affected by baby loss. Through both professional experience and personal understanding, I know that grief rarely follows a neat path and that sometimes what people need most is a space where their loss can simply be acknowledged and held.
Alongside traditional online and phone sessions, I offer face-to-face sessions and Walk & Talk therapy in nature. As someone who finds comfort in fresh air, open spaces, and a good cup of coffee, I know that meaningful conversations don’t always have to happen within four walls. For some people, sitting under a pergola with a blanket and a hot drink or walking side by side can feel far more comfortable than sitting in a therapy room.
At the heart of my work is the belief that you deserve a space where you can be yourself completely — without judgement, pressure, or expectations. A space where you can feel heard, understood, and supported, exactly as you are.
Training, qualifications & experience
I hold a Master's Degree in Person-Centered Experiential Counselling and Psychotherapy from the University of Nottingham, complemented by a Bachelor's degree in Psychology and Sociology from Nottingham Trent University.
I have accrued over 300 hours of hands-on experience at a private in-patient mental health facility in Cape Town, South Africa.
As an accredited psychotherapist with the National Counselling Society, I bring over 200 hours of counselling experience and two years of dedicated practice to my work.
Member organisations
school Registered / Accredited
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The National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society This Not For Profit association of counsellors and psychotherapists aim to support the counselling profession, members and training organisations. In 2013 the NCS register was accredited by the Professional Standards Authority under the Accredited Voluntary Register Scheme. Accredited by the Professional Standards Authority.
Accredited register membership
The Accredited Register Scheme was set up in 2013 by the Department of Health (DoH) as a way to recognise organisations that hold voluntary registers which meet certain standards. These standards are set by the Professional Standards Authority (PSA).
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Areas of counselling I deal with
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Fees
£40.00 - £70.00
Concessions offered for
Additional information
The pricing is flexible and can be tailored to accommodate your financial situation and income level.
Further information
I offer local home visits to accommodate your needs and ensure your convenience.
