Vicky Paterson , BACP

Vicky Paterson uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people facing stress, anxiety and low mood find clearer ways forward. She brings a practical, down-to-earth approach and aims to make sessions feel straightforward and manageable. Vicky introduces simple tools and ways of thinking that people can try between sessions.

She works with people who are dealing with relationship difficulties, trauma and abuse, and struggles with self-esteem. Vicky also supports those coping with chronic illness, caregiving strain, body image concerns and the emotional impacts of cancer. Her practice covers a wide range of related issues such as attachment and communication problems, avoidance and commitment worries, and aspects of neurodiversity like autism and Asperger syndrome.

Vicky trained in the United Kingdom and holds BACP accreditation, and has four years of professional experience. She describes clients as the experts in their own lives and focuses on building on their existing strengths. Sessions are practical and collaborative, with an emphasis on clear goals and small steps of progress.

People can expect a calm, encouraging presence and straightforward strategies to manage symptoms day to day. Vicky aims to help people notice patterns, try out alternative responses, and build confidence in coping. Her style is supportive, direct and focused on what matters to each person.

Therapy conversations can include short exercises, reflections and agreed homework to practise new skills between meetings. Vicky offers sessions that suit differing needs, and invites people to explore what changes feel most helpful for them.

CBT online and practical ways to cope

Vicky works mainly with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, a hands-on approach that looks at how thoughts, feelings and behaviours interact. CBT helps people challenge unhelpful thoughts and try alternative responses, which can reduce anxiety and lift low mood in everyday life.

She focuses on clear, practical techniques that can be used between sessions, such as simple experiments to test assumptions and short behaviour goals to build confidence. Those approaches suit concerns like stress, relationship patterns, trauma reactions and body image worries.

Choosing the right approach is a shared process. Vicky will talk through options with each person, set priorities and tailor exercises to fit individual goals and rhythms. The plan can change as progress unfolds and new priorities emerge.

Online therapy offers flexibility for busy lives. Video calls give face-to-face contact when helpful. Phone sessions can be a lower-bandwidth option or work better for quick check-ins. Live chat and text messaging suit people who prefer shorter, written exchanges or who want to reflect in between sessions. These formats make it easier to fit therapy around work, caregiving, travel or health constraints while keeping a consistent therapeutic relationship.