BACP
Gorazd Valjavec, BACP
Therapist in the UK
Gorazd is a BACP therapist in the UK.
- 6+ years of experience
- Focus areas include Stress, Anxiety, Relationship issues
- Approaches include Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy
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About Gorazd
Gorazd Valjavec is an integrative, BACP-registered counsellor practising from his home in London, United Kingdom and offering online counselling tailored to each client’s circumstances. BACP refers to the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, and this registration reflects a commitment to established professional standards.
His work is grounded in honesty, integrity and human connection, with an emphasis on helping clients discover their own path forward. He approaches therapy with the assumption that clients are the experts on their own lives, and he creates a reflective, genuine and empathic space to support exploration and change.
Having experienced therapy both as a practitioner and as a client, he values the simple but powerful foundations of feeling understood, accepted and cared for when circumstances are most challenging. Empathy and a sense of connection form the base of his counselling relationships and guide the way he engages with people.
Gorazd listens attentively to individual needs and adapts sessions to meet clients where they are. Work in therapy focuses on understanding how the past influences life today, fostering greater self-acceptance and clearer insight into future decisions.
His integrative approach blends different therapeutic methods and pays attention to cultural context, offering a personalised interpersonal space. Sessions may also incorporate creative elements such as storytelling, photography, music and the exploration of dreams to enrich the therapeutic process.
His work is grounded in honesty, integrity and human connection, with an emphasis on helping clients discover their own path forward. He approaches therapy with the assumption that clients are the experts on their own lives, and he creates a reflective, genuine and empathic space to support exploration and change.
Having experienced therapy both as a practitioner and as a client, he values the simple but powerful foundations of feeling understood, accepted and cared for when circumstances are most challenging. Empathy and a sense of connection form the base of his counselling relationships and guide the way he engages with people.
Gorazd listens attentively to individual needs and adapts sessions to meet clients where they are. Work in therapy focuses on understanding how the past influences life today, fostering greater self-acceptance and clearer insight into future decisions.
His integrative approach blends different therapeutic methods and pays attention to cultural context, offering a personalised interpersonal space. Sessions may also incorporate creative elements such as storytelling, photography, music and the exploration of dreams to enrich the therapeutic process.
Areas of expertise
Experience
6+ years
Credentials
BACP
Languages
English, Croatian, Slovenian +1
Focus areas
Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsIntimacy-related issuesDepressionAddictionsLGBTTrauma and abuse
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GriefParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesCoping with life changesCompassion fatigueADHD
Approaches
Also listed for
AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityBDSM, kink, and alternative sex culture
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Body imageCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingImmigration issuesImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunctionSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Integrative attachment and emotion-focused work online
Gorazd draws on Attachment-Based Therapy to explore how early relationships shape current patterns of connection and emotional response. This approach helps people understand fears of abandonment, trust issues and relationship difficulties by tracing how past bonds influence present behaviour.He also uses Client-Centered Therapy, offering a non-directive, empathic space where the client’s experience is central. This method supports self-discovery, increased self-acceptance and clearer decision-making by following the client’s pace and priorities.
Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic journey and is treated as a collaborative process. Gorazd works with each person to decide which methods fit their needs, goals and preferences, adjusting the way sessions proceed as the work unfolds.
Online therapy via video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text-based messaging provides flexibility for people with busy schedules, caregiving responsibilities or living at a distance. These remote options make it easier to maintain continuity of care and to access registered professionals from different locations while keeping the therapeutic relationship central to the work.
Frequently asked questions
How much experience does Gorazd Valjavec have?
He has 6 years of experience.
Is Gorazd Valjavec a registered therapist?
Yes. He is registered with the BACP, the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy.
In which languages does Gorazd Valjavec provide therapy?
He provides therapy in English, Croatian, Slovenian and Serbian.
Where is Gorazd Valjavec located?
He is based in the United Kingdom.
How can I work with Gorazd Valjavec as my therapist?
You can work with Gorazd Valjavec through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Gorazd Valjavec work with international clients?
Yes, Gorazd Valjavec works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Gorazd Valjavec cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be cancelled at any time, for any reason. For current details, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.