About Valerie
Valerie Skerrett is a counsellor who helps people manage stress, anxiety, grief and low self-esteem. She supports those facing relationship difficulties, addiction concerns, eating issues and career worries. Valerie also works with people on intimacy-related problems and concerns related to LGBT identity.
She takes a straightforward, calm approach and aims to make early conversations easy to start. Valerie creates space for people to talk about what matters to them. She focuses on listening first and then on practical steps the person can try between sessions.
Background and approach
Conversations are non-judgemental and paced to suit each individual. The aim is clearer thinking and more effective choices day to day. She uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques tailored to the person’s needs.
Together with each client she sets goals and checks progress as therapy continues. This can include working on communication in relationships, coping strategies for anxiety, or ways to process grief. Valerie has nine years of experience working with adults in the United Kingdom and is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, BACP.
She welcomes conversations about life transitions, caregiver stress, ageing concerns, and issues such as isolation or jealousy. Clients can expect practical tools alongside time to talk. Valerie encourages people to take small steps and notices that steady changes often follow.
She supports international clients and holds sessions in English.
What Valerie works with
Everything Valerie lists, in their own terms. LGBT is the reason Valerie is listed here; the rest shows what else Valerie works with.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Relationship issues
- Grief
- Self esteem
- Depression
- Addictions
- LGBT
- Family conflicts
- Trauma and abuse
- Intimacy-related issues
- Eating disorders
- Career difficulties
- Coping with life changes
- Aging and geriatric issues
- Blended family issues
- Body image
- Caregiver issues and stress
- Commitment issues
- Communication problems
- Divorce and separation
- Domestic violence
- Family problems
- Hospice and end-of-life counselling
- Infidelity
- Isolation / loneliness
- Jealousy
- Life purpose
- Men's issues
- Money and financial issues
- Post-traumatic stress
- Self-love
- Sexual assault and abuse
- Women's issues
- Workplace issues
Practical therapy approaches and online options
Valerie uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on helping people manage feelings and make changes. One common approach she uses helps people notice and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviours, which can reduce anxiety and low mood and improve day-to-day functioning. Another approach focuses on grief and loss, giving people space to tell their story and find ways to adjust while keeping what matters to them.Finding the right approach is part of the work. Valerie will discuss options and decide together with each client which methods feel most useful. She tailors the approach to the person’s goals, preferences and the issues they bring, and reviews progress as therapy goes on.
Session logistics should be confirmed before booking because formats are not specified in the biography. Ask about the available session types and scheduling when you start. Online therapy can make it easier to fit appointments around work or caring commitments, reduce travel time and allow shorter check-ins when needed. It also makes it simpler to continue work with the same therapist if you move or are in a different location.
Questions people ask about Valerie
What kinds of problems does she help with?
Valerie supports people with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, self-esteem and relationship issues. She also works with concerns such as addictions, eating issues, career problems and LGBT-related matters.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
Her style is calm and practical. She listens first, then works with clients to set achievable steps and check progress over time.
How much experience does she have?
Valerie has nine years of professional experience working with adults in the United Kingdom.
What professional accreditation does she hold and where is she based?
She is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, BACP, and is based in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
Yes, she accepts international clients. Prospective clients should confirm timing and scheduling that suit their time zone.
How are sessions paid for and what does it cost?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
What should I do to begin therapy?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.
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