Vicky Paterson, BACP

Vicky Paterson is a counsellor who uses practical thinking work to help people manage everyday worries and difficult feelings. She draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to look at thoughts and habits that keep problems going. Vicky aims to help people find clearer ways of responding to stress, anxiety and low mood.

She has four years of professional experience and is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP). Vicky has worked with people dealing with relationship difficulties, trauma and abuse, low self esteem, motivation struggles and depression. She also supports those coping with chronic illness, caregiving strain, body image concerns and communication problems.

In sessions she treats each person as the expert in their own life. She listens to what matters most and helps people test small changes in thinking and routine. The focus is on practical steps that can be tried between meetings, and on noticing what helps and what does not.

Vicky aims to create a calm, straightforward space to talk things through. She encourages realistic goals and steady progress rather than quick fixes. Her approach is suited to people who want clear tools for everyday stresses as well as time to reflect on deeper issues.

Sessions are conducted in English and international clients are accepted. Before booking, readers should check the current session formats available and pick a setup that fits their schedule and needs.

How CBT and online work fit together

Vicky uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) as a clear, step-by-step way to address thoughts and everyday habits. CBT invites people to notice unhelpful thinking patterns, try alternative responses and practice small behavioural changes that reduce anxiety and low mood. It is often helpful for stress, worry, depression and relationship difficulties.

The right therapeutic approach is something to find together. Vicky aims to work collaboratively, discussing goals and preferences before deciding which techniques to use. She will adapt the pace and focus based on what a person needs and how they respond to early sessions.

Online therapy can make regular work on thoughts and habits easier to fit into daily life. It may allow for shorter check-ins, sessions around work hours or contact from another location. Because the original biography does not list specific session formats, readers should confirm the exact options available when booking. Many people find that being able to schedule sessions more flexibly helps them practise new skills between meetings and keep progress steady.