Valerie Skerrett, BACP

Valerie Skerrett is a UK-licensed therapist with eight years of professional experience supporting people through stress, anxiety and major life changes. She works with individuals dealing with grief and loss, motivation challenges, self-esteem and confidence issues, and career difficulties, offering practical guidance alongside emotional support. Valerie also collaborates with couples to explore relationship concerns and to identify resolutions that suit both partners.

Her practice focuses on creating an open, nonjudgmental space where thoughts and feelings can be expressed honestly. Valerie approaches the work with respect for the courage it takes to seek change and partners with each person to set achievable goals and practical next steps. She holds BACP - British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy - membership, which reflects professional training and adherence to recognised standards in the United Kingdom.

Evidence-Based Approaches for Online Support

Valerie draws on evidence-based therapeutic techniques that are adapted for remote delivery. One common approach she uses is skills-based intervention - this focuses on practical strategies and coping skills to manage anxiety, stress and day-to-day difficulties, helping people develop tools they can apply between sessions. She also offers emotion-focused work that helps clients explore feelings around grief, relationships and intimacy, supporting deeper understanding and processing of important life experiences. A goal-oriented collaborative approach is used as well, which helps clarify priorities, build motivation and address issues such as career decisions or addictive behaviours.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Valerie works collaboratively with each person to identify which techniques fit their needs, goals and personal preferences. She discusses options, adjusts methods as progress unfolds, and supports clients in deciding what feels most helpful.

Online therapy with Valerie is offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging, providing flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These options make it possible to access registered professionals from a distance, enabling consistent support whether someone is managing a busy life, living abroad, or preferring remote sessions for convenience.