Victoria Smith

Availability;

Thursdays (daytime/evening)

Friday (daytime)

Saturday (Morning)

I'm a qualified Integrative Therapist and a registered member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (Â鶹ԭ´´). I work in accordance with the Â鶹ԭ´´'s ethical framework, providing a safe, confidential, and supportive counselling service.

I have a particular interest and several years of experience working with:

Young people (15–19)

Adult women (18+)

My work includes supporting clients through grief, bereavement, and women’s issues, as well as:

Anxiety

Depression

Family difficulties

Low self-esteem

Relationship challenges

I've worked in a variety of settings, including sixth form colleges, university centres, pupil referral units, and youth offending services. These experiences have equipped me to support people from a wide range of backgrounds with differing needs.

Next Steps

Taking the first step towards counselling can be difficult, but the fact you’re here shows strength and self-awareness.

I offer a free 15-minute consultation, with no obligation, to help you decide whether I’m the right therapist for you.

Feel free to get in touch, I’d be happy to answer any questions you may have.

Training, qualifications & experience

Qualifications & Training

MA Integrative Counselling – Â鶹ԭ´´ Accredited

Postgraduate Certificate in Interpersonal Counselling Skills

Level 2 Certificate in Counselling Skills

BA (Hons) Youth Work and Community Development – JNC Qualified

Mental Health First Aid (MHFA England)

ASIST (Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training)

Professional Experience

I have several years of experience working across a range of settings, including:

Sixth form colleges

University centres

Pupil referral units (PRUs)

Youth offending services

My experience includes working with:

Young people (16–19)

Adult women (18+)

Clients experiencing anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, grief and bereavement, family and relationship issues, and women-specific challenges

How I Work

Therapy with me is collaborative, respectful, and tailored to you. I believe meaningful change happens when we feel safe, heard, and understood.

Reaching out for help can feel overwhelming, especially when it’s hard to talk to those closest to us. Counselling provides a calm, non-judgmental space where you can explore your thoughts and feelings freely.

As an Integrative Therapist, I draw on a range of approaches to create therapy that’s unique to your needs and experiences.

I offer online counselling, which gives you flexibility to fit therapy around your life or work schedule. I work with clients on both a short-term and long-term basis, depending on your needs. Sessions are usually held weekly.

Having been a client myself, I understand how important it is to feel safe and supported when opening up. Creating that safe space is at the heart of how I work.