About Valerie

A therapist who has walked the path too

Over 25 years of experience helping people find their way through life's most challenging moments.

Valerie, counsellor at Balanced Life Therapy

Qualifications & Registration

BACP Registered MemberMBACP #179806
ExperienceOver 25 years in practice
SpecialismsTrauma, Anxiety, Grief, Couples, Teens
ApproachIntegrative, Holistic & Person-Specific

I have been counselling for over 25 years and during this time I have accrued extensive experience helping clients with stress, anxiety, trauma (with both adults and children), grief and loss, coping with life changes, pregnancy and pregnancy loss, and anger management.

I also work with couples to help them repair trust, improve communication, and strengthen their emotional bond. Working with a diverse range of clients has given me the opportunity to help a large number of people make positive changes in their lives.

Given the extent of my knowledge, training and experience I have a wide range of therapeutic techniques, strategies and tools that I use to meet clients where they are, enabling them to fulfil their potential. My approach is integrative, holistic and person specific.

I have been working with The Reach Approach model for many years, helping clients to explore and strengthen their emotional, physical and spiritual well-being. The beauty of The Reach Approach is that there is a vast library of resources that support the therapeutic journey, enabling the client to learn more about the human condition and how they can make sustainable changes. These resources include audio-visual productions, guided meditations, handouts and worksheets on all aspects of personal development.

My respect for The Reach Approach began when taking my own personal therapy journey at a time in my life when I felt vulnerable and uncertain about the way forward. I found that my desire to change and courage were the two things that helped me find my way through that maze. I believe having faced my own demons I am better able to help you face yours.

If you feel that I'm the right fit for your circumstances and challenges, please do not hesitate to make contact, and I promise I will give you the best of myself, as I walk alongside you in the name of finding your life-long solutions.

Areas of Experience

Stress & AnxietyTrauma (Adults & Children)Grief & LossLife Changes & TransitionsPregnancy & Pregnancy LossAnger ManagementCouples CounsellingInner Child WorkEmotional Freedom Work
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