‘At one point I was very worried about my adult son, who has a learning difficulty and was suffering from all sorts of anxieties and fears. We started going to see Vicky and gradually over the next few months he developed much greater awareness of his own potential as well as learning how to combat the anxiety. This really boosted his confidence’.

Mrs SR

‘The value of Vicky’s support, through a very difficult period in my life – caused by money worries, legal and family issues – was huge. Her calm methodical and knowledgeable approach to determining the underlying causes of my extreme distress and then helping me to regain perspective were, without doubt, the difference between me being able to function and feel more in control of my life again or succumbing to depression. Vicky helped me, through a structured approach, to develop mindfulness based coping strategies which I practice regularly and depend upon at times of stress’.

Mr DM

‘Our daughter at a young age suddenly developed an overwhelming fear of dogs, however large or small, cuddly or cute. Vicky helped her through those fears by talking to her gently and understanding her. Vicky was not only wonderful with our daughter, but also with us, she helped guide us through her very difficult and sometimes debilitating fears. We used lots of age specific guidance from Vicky to help in-between sessions. We couldn’t be more grateful, with her professional but warm and friendly help, our daughter no longer has to think about being around dogs, in fact, she now loves them! Thank you so much!’

Mrs HS

‘ I am a much happier person thanks to Vicky’s professional, dedicated and friendly approach. Vicky quickly identified key areas to work on (despite me not being very talkative) and explained ideas clearly. She taught me to take a step back and gave me effective tools to re-evaluate my negative
thoughts’.

Anon

‘When I first met Vicky I couldn’t complete basic daily tasks without extreme anxiety, for example touching a door handle. In the first session she diagnosed me with OCD. Using her no nonsense approach, within a few sessions she gave me tool sets and coping mechanisms which have totally changed my life. She has not only enabled me to deal with and manage my OCD, but to actually enjoy and be able to live my life again , which I thought would not be possible!’‘

Mr N

“My son was finding school very stressful and difficult this year, frequently finding groupwork, the dining hall and carpet time overwhelming and having to work at separate tables and often running out of the room when the class became too noisy or he felt unable to compete tasks. He was able to talk through how he felt with Vicky and she helped him to understand why he was reacting the way he was, and then gave him a range of age appropriate strategies to help. Since starting therapy he has been much more settled at school, and has been finding it much easier to cope with the stress of a busy and noisy classroom.”

Mrs N

‘I would highly recommend Victoria as a therapist. Victoria helped me get through one of the lowest points of my life and I can’t explain how grateful I am for all the help and guidance she gave me. Everything I told her (in which I was scared to tell anyone) she took and advised without judgement. I always came out of each appointment feeling a little bit brighter and I was at a point I never thought I would. I don’t think I would be where I am today without her help and support. I have seen many therapists in my life, but Victoria was the one who really helped me change my thinking. If you are ever thinking about seeing someone for what ever reason, I would urge you to make the step. Victoria is not just a therapist who says ‘ so how does that make you feel?’ she is a normal, loving person and is very special!’

Miss K

“I usually did fight when I was cross but now I keep out of the way of getting in trouble’

Master N

‘My name is Harry, a former fire officer for over 30 years. There was 3 incidents in quick succession that triggered my Post traumatic stress disorder, with a mobilisation to the scene of 2 fatal road traffic collisions and a young lad dying in the river which seemed to have been the straw that broke the camels back. I began to have intrusive memories, nightmares and the recurrence of unwanted distressing memories of the traumatic events. I found  myself reliving the traumas as if they were happening again (Flashbacks) Severe emotional distress and physical reactions to something that reminded me of the traumatic event. I experienced negative changes in thinking and mood. I became a totally different person, and was drinking too much and I just didn’t know why. I thought that I was literally going mad. I needed help, and just didn’t know what was happening to me. To be honest, I could say a lot more about my symptoms but I think the important part for me to stress to anyone reading this is to explain the help I received from Vicky. I had a number of home sessions and was very anxious at first, but in no time I felt relaxed and was able to open up, which was difficult, but she done it in such a way that I was able to do so, which I wasn’t able to do with anyone before. She spoke to me in a calm relaxed manner and if she noticed things where getting too much, there would be a timely break. She was to give me coping mechanisms to help me through my sessions…. What I did like was she was honest with me and said this may not be easy, but also had that kind reassurance which put me at ease through the difficulties I had.
She is an utmost professional and I can put my hand on my heart and say I wouldn’t have fully recovered without her help. I went back to work fully fit and was able to perform full operational duties and was back to the old Harry. What I did find useful was the follow up sessions after my therapy had finished, just making sure everything was going well. Now I am happy enjoying my retirement. Thanks Vicky, I couldn’t have done it without your help and support.’

The Old Harry

‘From the first session with Vicky I felt I had a genuine and trusted place to get support through a difficult time. Vicky was a friendly face who brought logic to my problems and helped me get back on track. I would thoroughly recommend her for CBT and for her kind and gentle manner. She also has a great sense of humour!’

Miss P

‘We have Vicky to thank for beginning our child’s road to recovery. She offered my daughter and our family hope at a time when we had little. Her support was priceless’.

Mrs E