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Valerie Skerrett, BACP

Valerie Skerrett is a counsellor who helps people navigate stress, anxiety, relationship strain, grief, low self-esteem and depression.

Stress, Anxiety
Relationship issues
Grief
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About Valerie

Valerie Skerrett is a counsellor who helps people navigate stress, anxiety, relationship strain, grief, low self-esteem and depression. She also supports those facing addictions, intimacy concerns, eating issues, and life changes such as career transitions. Valerie works with people from the LGBT community and addresses a wide range of family and personal issues, including trauma and abuse.

Valerie creates a calm and open space for people to talk through difficult feelings.

Background and approach

She uses straightforward conversation and practical steps to help clients make changes they want. Sessions aim to feel approachable rather than clinical, with time to listen and to clarify next steps. Over nine years she has worked with many different concerns, from end-of-life and caregiver stress to blended family and communication problems.

Her background includes supporting people through divorce, infidelity, isolation and bereavement, and helping men with life purpose and confidence. Valerie is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, often shown as BACP. That registration indicates she follows recognised professional standards in the UK.

People who meet her can expect a collaborative process. She helps set clear goals and checks progress along the way. The emphasis is on practical ways to reduce distress and build skills that fit everyday life.

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Registration

Body	Registration number	Expires
BACP	396204	November 2026

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Sessions and payment

Sessions are held online through our partner platform, by video, phone or messaging depending on the counsellor.

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Focus areas and approaches

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How Valerie adapts therapeutic techniques online

Valerie uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on practical change and emotional processing. One common approach helps people learn skills to manage anxiety and stress, such as breathing, grounding and step-by-step activity planning to reduce overwhelm. Another approach focuses on grieving and trauma-related memories, offering ways to talk through painful events and to build coping routines that reduce distress over time.

Choosing the best approach is a collaborative process. Valerie works with each client to identify goals, tries methods that fit the person's needs, and adjusts the plan as progress is made. Clients and the counsellor review what helps and what does not, so the plan evolves together rather than being fixed in advance.

Online sessions make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation when tone and eye contact matter. Phone sessions can be a good shorter option or work when bandwidth is limited. Live chat and text-based messaging suit brief check-ins or for people who prefer writing to speaking. These options increase flexibility and accessibility for different schedules and preferences.

Frequently asked

What kinds of problems does Valerie help with?

She supports people dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, grief and self-esteem concerns. Her work also covers relationship issues, addictions, eating concerns and trauma and abuse.

How would you describe her therapy style?

Valerie uses a calm, conversational style that focuses on listening and practical steps. She aims to make sessions approachable and to help clients set realistic goals.

How much experience does she have?

She has nine years of professional experience working with a broad range of issues. That includes supporting people through bereavement, caregiver stress and major life changes.

What professional registration does she hold and where is she based?

She is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, shown as BACP. Her practice is based in the United Kingdom.

Can I work with her if I live outside the UK?

Yes, she accepts international clients. Sessions are offered in English.

Which session formats are available?

She offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging to suit different needs. Clients can choose the format that fits their schedule and comfort.

How does payment and pricing work?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability. Sessions are provided through a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.

How do I begin therapy with her?

Start by clicking the Start Therapy button and completing a short matching questionnaire. After that you can schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.