Virginia Toole, BACP

Virginia Toole works with people who feel overwhelmed by loss, sudden change, or ongoing life challenges. She specialises in supporting those facing grief - whether from the death of a family member, partner, friend, or pet - as well as individuals dealing with chronic or terminal illness, shifts in identity that come with aging or lifestyle change, and the stress of major life transitions such as new jobs or moving. Her practice also addresses a wide range of emotional and relational concerns including anxiety, addiction, trauma, family and relationship difficulties, parenting, and issues of self-esteem and identity.

Virginia offers both short-term and longer-term counselling, and she makes evening appointments and some Saturdays available by arrangement to increase accessibility for people with busy schedules. She creates a warm, non-judgemental space and works alongside clients with empathy and compassion, encouraging a gradual rebuilding of trust in oneself and a gentle return to emotional balance. She holds BACP membership - the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy - which is the professional body for counsellors and psychotherapists in the UK. Virginia aims to provide an approachable, steady presence to help people find practical ways forward and reconnect with their strengths.

Therapeutic approaches available for online support

Virginia draws on client-centered therapy to place the person at the heart of the work - this approach prioritises the client’s own experience and pace, offering acceptance and empathy so people can explore feelings, rebuild self-trust, and address issues such as grief, relationship strain, or low self-esteem. Mindfulness therapy forms another pillar of her practice, teaching simple attention and breathing practices to help reduce stress, manage anxiety, and respond more calmly to difficult emotions. Hypnotherapy is also offered as a guided, focused method to access deeper states of relaxation and imagination - it can be used to support changes in unhelpful habits and to explore emotional patterns in a safe, contained way.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic journey, and Virginia works collaboratively with each person to identify which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences. She adapts techniques over time so the work remains practical and personally meaningful.

Online therapy with Virginia is available by video call, phone session, live chat, or text-based messaging, allowing sessions to fit around work, family, and other commitments. These options increase flexibility and accessibility, making it easier to attend regular sessions, maintain continuity, and apply skills between meetings.