Counselling in Burntwood

Life is not straightforward and sometimes overwhelming. Often we know what our difficulties are, sometimes we don't. I offer a friendly, supportive environment in which to talk about what matters most to you, and find ways to move forward. I am a psychotherapist working for Prohealth UK (www.prohealthuk.org) and privately. I have worked in varied settings, providing psychotherapy services for NHS patients, Staffordshire Fire & Police Service, Staffordshire County Council, East Staffs Borough Council, Salford Hospital and local charity.

Life can be hard right? Ever feel like your struggling to cope with the day to day, like you don't feel like yourself. Or maybe you've experienced trauma and need a safe place to work through that. Maybe your experiencing mental health difficulties for the first time such as anxiety or depression. Well these are some of the many things that therapy can help with.

My primary aim is to encourage and support you to make the positive changes you are seeking. I understand that life throws us curve balls which may be challenging, and it may be tricky to balance all of these on your own and so I provide you with an understanding, warm, non-judgemental and confidential space to explore your thoughts, feelings and behaviours. 

I'm a professional and caring Psychotherapist with 14 years experience of helping my clients overcome emotional distress and mental health difficulties. I understand the pressures of modern day life and will work with you collaboratively to achieve a happy, healthy and content life. If you are feeling anxious, fearful, low or alone, please do not suffer in silence, as my services can provide you with a helping hand. I specialise in all areas of mental health, and have spent 12 years working with GP practices offering private therapy services. I have spent 2 years working in a private rehab hospital for addiction.

Whether you know what problems you want to address or if things just don’t feel right, talking to someone can help. Together we can identify and work to overcome the issues that are creating difficulties or distress. As an integrative therapist I use a variety of trusted therapeutic modalities, which are tailored to your personal needs, including cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), attachment theory and person centred therapy. I provide a safe environment where you can talk openly without judgement, with a friendly down to earth therapist to achieve emotional and psychological wellbeing.

Are you exhausted and overwhelmed by the rollercoaster of emotions you’re experiencing? Whether it's difficult family relationships or painful romantic relationships, I understand the shame and exhaustion that comes with never quite feeling good enough. If you have struggled with your mental and emotional wellbeing for a while and are losing that little spark of hope, I can support you to feel more in control and help you begin to develop healthy ways of managing situations that you find overwhelming.

Your voice, your experiences, your thoughts, your feelings matter. Most importantly YOU matter. As your therapist, I understand that there is not a one size fits all approach to counselling. Your experiences are unique to you and together we can work with an approach and pace that works for you so you can get the very best out of therapy. I am here to listen and support you though whatever it is that you are finding difficult without judgement. No matter what anyone else has told you, if it is important to you, it is important to me too. Your Story Matters.

I offer a confidential, warm and supportive environment, so that you may feel comfortable enough to explore what has brought you to counselling. Together we work, at your pace, with what is informing your emotions and responses so that awareness, understanding and change may happen. Conflict within ourselves or in a relationship with others can leave us with a lack of clarity, feeling confused, sometimes anxious and depressed. Loss can leave us overwhelmed. Working with our past and present experiences can enable us to live our life in an authentic and fulfilling way, one which is right for us and a new way of being can be found.

If you're feeling lost in life, unmotivated, confused, stuck, hurt or anything else that holds you back from living a happier, more contented, productive life then therapy may well be for you. If you're ready for change and committed to putting in the work to help me to help you, then let's work together. I enjoy my work immensely and feel it so important that every one of my clients feel heard, respected and valued. I have a relaxed yet professional approach, am open minded, caring and empathetic as well as spiritual. I have many years of experience behind me whilst still being young enough to relate to the younger client.

Do you have difficulties with anxiety, depression, overwhelming emotions, troubling thoughts from past experiences, hypervigilance and hyperarousal. Often without really noticing we can lose the passion and interest we once had for our life. I can help you unhook from trauma and get your life back. As a Clinical Psychologist, I am trained in several therapeutic models. I offer a bespoke, individually focused treatment package based on scientific evidence to help you realise your potential and be your best. I am an EMDR Consultant and Facilitator.

Vicki has experience with treating a wide range of psychological conditions and her qualifications mean she is suitably qualified to address many different types of issues. Her techniques have been proven to be effective, allowing the client to overcome their psychological concerns, relieve stress and anxiety, while allowing for a life of greater fulfillment. A full assessment is initially carried out and a diagnosis will be offered along with an appropriate treatment intervention plan.

We all have times in our lives when, for whatever reason, we are struggling on a personal level. No one needs to suffer alone and talking therapy is a tool that you should find to be most beneficial, not only during such difficult times but also to help you move to a happier, more contented place within yourself. By simply sharing our thoughts and feelings with someone who has a open ear and is willing to be there with you on your journey can help greatly. Enabling you to feel heard, understood and also help you tap into your strengths.

Counselling is effective in allowing you to make positive changes to your life, so you are able to deal with any overwhelming issues that are causing you emotional pain, unhappiness, or stress. Perhaps you're feeling trapped or blocked by the past, feeling stuck in survival mode with old patterns that keep resurfacing. Maybe you are recently grieving from a bereavement or a loss of some kind, or simply can’t make sense of a general flatness or despair with feelings of stress, depression, and anxiety. I provide a non-judgemental, inclusive space to explore these difficult thoughts and feelings to gain greater understanding.

I am an experienced counsellor based in Tamworth and Central Birmingham. I can help you with a wide range of issues. I see you as the unique individual that you are and my practice will reflect that. I want to understand how you came to be in this dark place. I work with you to create a relationship of trust, allowing you to feel safe and supported as you explore your history and your goals for therapy. Together we can make changes that help you to move forward to a happier future, together we can find the way through the difficulties that works for you. Whatever your situation, talking to a qualified counsellor is proven to help.

I work predominantly with adults who have experienced trauma or negative life experiences which have impacted on their sexual functioning, mental health, emotional well-being and relationships. I offer both short and long term therapy for clients wishing to gain a better understanding of their lives and experiences and provide strategies and interventions to enable my clients to live the lives they want to live. I work with people who have sexual problems and who wish to achieve a happy and healthy sexual identity.