Victoria McFetridge
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About me
I’m Victoria, a passionate and down-to-earth therapist who believes in the power of a safe, open, and creative space for healing. I support individuals and couples in navigating life’s challenges. Here’s what you can expect when working with me:
A Space Where You Feel Valued and Heard
Right now, you may feel like a burden to others or find it difficult to speak openly about your struggles. Perhaps you feel stuck, confused, or weighed down by past experiences. Wherever you are in your journey, I offer a warm, down-to-earth space where you can safely explore your thoughts and emotions at your own pace.
I understand how challenging it can be to talk about your feelings. My approach ensures you feel accepted, valued, and free to express yourself. I will follow your lead, offering insights and gentle encouragement to help you untangle emotions, gain clarity, and move forward. I believe the answers are already within you—I’m here to help you find them.
A Collaborative Approach to Therapy
Therapy is a meaningful investment, both emotionally and financially. I want to ensure you get the most from our sessions, so I will regularly check in with you about how the process is going.
During our first session, we will discuss your goals for therapy. As we progress, I’ll ensure we’re moving in a direction that aligns with your needs, allowing you to adjust and refine your focus along the way. This collaborative approach helps maximise the value of your sessions and keeps your needs at the centre of our work together.
Exploring Emotions in a Way That Works for You
Sometimes, emotions and experiences can be difficult to put into words. In addition to traditional talking therapy, I offer creative approaches such as doodling, or collage-making. These methods can take the pressure off verbal communication and often brings new insights to light. However, creativity is always optional—simply talking can be more than enough.
Support for Couples: Strengthening Connection and Communication
Relationships can be deeply fulfilling, but they can also bring challenges that feel overwhelming or difficult to navigate. Whether you and your partner are facing recurring conflicts, struggling with communication, or simply feeling disconnected, couples therapy can offer a supportive space to rebuild understanding and trust.
I provide a neutral, non-judgmental space where both partners feel heard and respected. My approach is collaborative and tailored to your unique dynamic, helping you find a path forward that works for both of you.
A Safe and Professional Environment
Above all, I want you to feel safe and welcomed, just as you are. As a member of the BACP, I adhere to strict ethical guidelines to ensure your well-being throughout our journey together. In addition to my private practice, I work part-time for a private company, further enriching my experience in supporting a range of individuals.
Let’s Connect
Thank you for taking the time to read my profile. Finding a therapist you feel comfortable with is essential for growth and healing. If you’d like to learn more about how we can work together, I’d love to chat.
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Training, qualifications & experience
Experience
I have volunteer and paid experience working in different charities across Greater Manchester, including Manchester Mind, Manchester Women's Aid, Rochdale & District Mind and Beacon Counselling. I now work for City Centre Therapy in Manchester and run my private practice alongside this.
Qualifications
- MSc Counselling and Psychotherapy – Contemporary Creative Approaches (Level 7)
- Working with Shame – Carolyn Springs
- Certification in Mental Health First Aid
- Certification in Conflict Resolution
- Level 4 Child & Adolescent Counselling Online at QTS
- Online and Telephone Counselling Certificate – BACP primer
- Couples Therapy Training
As a therapist, I am dedicated to continual professional development (CPD). My learning is ongoing in accordance with BACP guidelines and regulations.
Member organisations
BACP is one of the UK’s leading professional bodies for counselling and psychotherapy with around 60,000 members. The Association has several different categories of membership, including Student Member, Individual Member, Registered Member MBACP, Registered Accredited Member MBACP (Accred) and Senior Registered Accredited Member MBACP (Snr Acccred). Registered and accredited members are listed on the BACP Register, which shows that they have demonstrated BACP’s recommended standards for training, proficiency and ethical practice. The BACP Register was the first register of psychological therapists to be accredited by the Professional Standards Authority (PSA). Accredited and senior accredited membership are voluntary categories for members who choose to undertake a rigorous application and assessment process to demonstrate additional standards around practice, training and supervision. Individual members will have completed an appropriate counselling or psychotherapy course and started to practise, but they won’t appear on the BACP Register until they've demonstrated that they meet the standards for registration. Student members are still in the process of completing their training. All members are bound by the BACP Ethical Framework and a Professional Conduct Procedure.
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).
This therapist has indicated that they belong to an Accredited Register.
Areas of counselling I deal with
Therapies offered
Fees
£60.00 - £70.00
Concessions offered for
Additional information
Individual therapy - £60-£70
Couples Therapy - £90
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Please note: My availability is always subject to change, and if you let me know your availability, I can see if I have wiggle room to make it work for both of us.
