Pippa Vlietstra , NCPS

Pippa Vlietstra is a fully qualified, compassionate integrative therapist who supports adults and couples through periods of anxiety, relationship strain, low self-esteem and difficulties with nervous system regulation. She blends practical tools with empathic listening to help people understand patterns that keep them stuck and to develop new ways of coping and connecting. As an accredited member of the NCPS, Pippa holds a recognised professional credential in counselling and psychotherapy, reflecting her trained status and commitment to professional standards.

Pippa works with individuals and couples aged 18 and over, offering a calm and nonjudgmental space for exploration and change. Her approach is collaborative and client-focused, aiming to empower people to make meaningful shifts in their relationships, emotional wellbeing and day-to-day functioning. With three years of clinical experience, she draws on integrative methods tailored to each person’s needs.

Pippa welcomes those ready to take the first steps toward a more fulfilling life, while also noting that she is not currently accepting new clients. Prospective clients can review availability and next steps through the contact options provided on her profile.

Therapeutic approaches and online care

Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on how early relationship patterns shape current feelings and connections. In practice this means exploring attachment styles and communication habits to improve trust, intimacy and emotional safety in relationships. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes the client's own perspective and autonomy, using empathic listening and unconditional positive regard to help people clarify goals and build self-acceptance. Somatic Therapy brings attention to bodily sensations and nervous system responses, offering techniques to help regulate stress reactions and reduce the physical impact of trauma and anxiety.

Finding the right combination of approaches is part of the therapeutic process, and the therapist works collaboratively with each person to determine what fits best for their needs, goals and preferences. That collaboration helps tailor sessions to practical objectives and the client’s comfort with different methods.

Online therapy through video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text-based messaging provides flexibility for people balancing work, family or mobility needs. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care, try different session styles and access licensed professionals from home or other convenient locations, while supporting consistent progress over time.