Vicky Paterson, BACP

Vicky Paterson works from a practical, person-centred stance and uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help people navigate stress, anxiety and low mood. She aims to make therapy straightforward and focused. Vicky writes in plain terms and aims to help people find day-to-day ways to feel better.

She has four years of professional experience and is recorded with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, BACP. Vicky helps people talk through relationship difficulties and the effects of trauma and abuse. She also supports work on self-esteem and motivation.

Sessions focus on understanding what keeps problems going, and then trying different, manageable changes. Vicky uses CBT techniques to spot unhelpful thoughts and test them against real-life behaviour. The goal is to build small skills that make a difference in everyday life.

Vicky also brings attention to a wide range of related concerns, including issues around attachment, body image, chronic illness, caregiving stress and communication problems. She aims to tailor each session to what the person is dealing with now, rather than follow a rigid plan.

Her style is collaborative and respectful. Vicky encourages people to use their existing strengths while working at a pace that feels comfortable. She sees seeking help as a brave first step and offers steady support through change.

How CBT adapts to online counselling

Vicky primarily uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, which helps people spot unhelpful thinking patterns and try different behaviours to see what changes. CBT is often used for anxiety, depression, stress and relationship worries because it focuses on clear steps and practical skills.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Vicky will work with each person to choose techniques that match their goals and day-to-day needs. She encourages clients to test ideas between sessions and to feed back what helps and what does not.

The biography does not list specific online session formats, so please confirm the current options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy around busy lives, reduce travel time and allow shorter check-ins when needed. Many people find that regular, focused sessions plus practical tasks between appointments help maintain momentum and progress.