Valerie Skerrett , BACP

Valerie Skerrett is a counsellor who supports people dealing with stress, anxiety, grief, low self-esteem and depression. She also helps with relationship and intimacy-related concerns, addictions and career difficulties. Valerie works with LGBT issues and a wide range of life changes that can feel overwhelming.

She aims to create an open, non-judgemental space where people can talk through what is worrying them. Conversations are straightforward and paced to suit each person. Valerie encourages small, practical steps that build confidence and momentum.

Over nine years she has worked with clients on communication problems, coping after loss, and managing life transitions. Her practice also covers body image, eating concerns and issues that arise in blended families and during divorce or separation. She has experience supporting people facing ageing and caregiver stress as well as end-of-life and hospice related matters.

Valerie uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques and adapts them to the needs of each person. Sessions focus on identifying useful patterns, trying out different ways of coping, and setting realistic goals. She emphasises collaboration so people feel involved in their own progress.

People can expect practical conversation and gentle challenge when needed. The overall aim is clearer thinking, steadier mood, and improved relationships. Valerie works in the United Kingdom and offers sessions in English to both domestic and international clients.

Evidence-based approaches and online access

Valerie uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on practical change and clearer thinking. One common approach involves identifying thoughts and behaviours that keep problems going, then testing small changes to see what helps in daily life. This approach is useful for anxiety, low mood and stress.

Another helpful method concentrates on improving communication and relationship patterns. It looks at how people interact, clarifies needs and teaches clearer ways to express concerns, which can suit couples and those struggling with intimacy-related issues.

Finding the right approach is a shared task. Valerie will talk with each person about goals, preferences and what has worked before, then agree a way forward together. She checks in and adjusts methods if something is not helping.

Online sessions are offered by video call, phone, live chat and text-based messaging to make therapy more flexible. Video calls let people see non-verbal cues and hold a deeper conversation, while phone sessions work well when bandwidth is limited or a simpler check-in is needed. Live chat and messaging can suit shorter updates or people who prefer writing. These options help fit therapy around work, family and travel commitments.