Vicky Paterson , BACP

Vicky Paterson is credentialed in the United Kingdom and brings three years of professional experience supporting people through a wide range of emotional challenges. She has worked with clients dealing with stress and anxiety, relationship difficulties, trauma and abuse, motivation struggles, low self-esteem and confidence, and episodes of depression. Vicky believes that each person is the expert of their own story and that existing strengths are valuable resources for overcoming obstacles and creating change. She views seeking help as a courageous first step and focuses on offering support and empowerment as clients move toward a more fulfilling and happier life. Vicky aims to create a collaborative environment where practical strategies and personal insight come together to help clients build resilience and confidence. Her approach centers on helping people identify what matters to them, explore new perspectives, and take manageable steps toward their goals, with compassionate guidance along the way.

CBT-informed care and flexible online sessions

Vicky Paterson uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help clients identify unhelpful thinking patterns and develop practical strategies for managing symptoms. CBT focuses on the links between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, and is often used to address anxiety, depression, stress, and relationship challenges by teaching concrete skills and gradual behavior change.

Alongside CBT, Vicky emphasizes a strengths-focused, collaborative stance that treats the client as the expert of their own story. She works together with each person to explore what matters to them, tailor techniques to their situation, and adjust the approach over time, so the therapy fits the client’s needs, goals, and preferences.

Online therapy offers practical benefits for working with a licensed professional - sessions can take place by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging, which allows for greater flexibility around work, family, and location. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care, try different formats to find what works best, and access a therapist who can support progress from wherever the client is located.