- CBT techniques
- Client-centred focus
- Trauma-informed work
About Valerie
Valerie Stanley-Brooks is a counsellor registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) with 25 years of practice in the United Kingdom. She works with young adults and adults on common pressures such as stress, anxiety, low self-esteem and life changes. Valerie also supports people dealing with grief, trauma, relationship strain and addiction concerns.
Her background spans educational, therapeutic and voluntary settings. That variety means she has experience talking with people from many different backgrounds and life stages. Valerie describes an integrative way of working that draws on several therapeutic models rather than a single method.
In practical terms she uses client-centred ideas to focus on what matters to the person in front of her. Cognitive behavioural techniques are offered to help with thoughts and habits that keep problems going. She also brings psychodynamic and trauma-focused ways of looking at patterns that began earlier in life.
Sessions can include short-term goal work alongside deeper exploration when needed. Valerie provides resources and materials to support progress between meetings. She aims to help people build clearer coping strategies and better communication skills for relationships and work life.
She has worked with concerns such as parenting stress, family problems, body-image and eating issues, ADHD-related difficulties, and career transitions. International clients may be accepted and sessions are conducted in English.
How Valerie’s approaches translate to online work
Valerie combines client-centred work with cognitive behavioural and trauma-focused methods. Client-Centred Therapy focuses on listening and helping the person set the pace. It is useful for building trust and clarifying what matters most. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) looks at the links between thoughts, feelings and actions and is often used for anxiety, low mood and practical skills. Trauma-Focused Therapy attends to the effects of past harm and helps people reduce the ways trauma continues to affect daily life.Choosing an approach is a collaborative process. Valerie will talk with the client about goals and preferences, then suggest which methods might suit the issue and time-frame. That recommendation can change as work progresses and as different needs become clearer.
The original biography does not specify session formats, so please confirm current online options before booking. In general, online work can make it easier to fit sessions into study or work schedules, reduce travel time, and allow for shorter check-ins when that is helpful. Some formats are quieter on bandwidth or do not require video, which can suit busy days or limited internet. Registered or accredited professionals can help you choose a pace and format that fits day-to-day life.
Areas of expertise
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Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
25+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What sorts of concerns does Valerie work with?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, relationship and family issues, addictions, self-esteem and related life changes.
How would she describe her therapeutic style?
Her practice is integrative. She uses client-centred listening together with CBT, psychodynamic and trauma-focused ideas depending on the person.
How much experience does she have?
She has 25 years of professional experience across educational, voluntary and therapeutic settings.
Where is she based and what credentials does she hold?
She works in the United Kingdom and is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP).
Can she work with people who live outside the UK?
Yes. She accepts international clients and conducts sessions in English.
What session formats are offered?
The original biography does not list session formats. Please confirm the available session types before booking.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I start working with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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