Valerie Stanley-Brooks, BACP
Experienced UK counsellor for complex life challenges
- 25 years experience
- Client-centred approach
- Accepting international clients
About Valerie Stanley-Brooks
Valerie Stanley-Brooks is a UK-credentialed counsellor with more than 25 years of professional experience and is a registered member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP). She provides compassionate, evidence-informed counselling and psychotherapy to young people, adults, and couples, combining professional training with a practical, empathetic approach.
Her work has taken place across educational, therapeutic, and voluntary settings, giving her experience supporting people from a wide range of backgrounds. Valerie uses an integrative, client-centred way of working, drawing on multiple therapeutic models so that support can be tailored to each person’s situation and goals.
She offers help with common and complex concerns including stress and anxiety, grief and bereavement, life transitions, anger, parenting and family dynamics, relationship and intimacy issues, low self-esteem, addiction, and trauma and abuse. For couples she focuses on repairing trust, improving communication, rebuilding connection, and strengthening emotional bonds.
Valerie recognises that reaching out for therapy can feel daunting and approaches each relationship with patience and respect. She aims to walk alongside clients, providing a non-judgmental space to explore thoughts and emotions at a comfortable pace, and to develop sustainable ways forward. She also provides a range of resources and materials to support the therapeutic process and invites anyone curious about counselling to get in touch to explore their options.
Her work has taken place across educational, therapeutic, and voluntary settings, giving her experience supporting people from a wide range of backgrounds. Valerie uses an integrative, client-centred way of working, drawing on multiple therapeutic models so that support can be tailored to each person’s situation and goals.
She offers help with common and complex concerns including stress and anxiety, grief and bereavement, life transitions, anger, parenting and family dynamics, relationship and intimacy issues, low self-esteem, addiction, and trauma and abuse. For couples she focuses on repairing trust, improving communication, rebuilding connection, and strengthening emotional bonds.
Valerie recognises that reaching out for therapy can feel daunting and approaches each relationship with patience and respect. She aims to walk alongside clients, providing a non-judgmental space to explore thoughts and emotions at a comfortable pace, and to develop sustainable ways forward. She also provides a range of resources and materials to support the therapeutic process and invites anyone curious about counselling to get in touch to explore their options.
Areas of Expertise
Also Specializes In
AddictionsRelationship issuesFamily conflictsIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAutism and Asperger SyndromeBlended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressCommitment issuesCommunication problemsCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDivorce and separationDomestic violenceEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFertility issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameImmigration issuesInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMulticultural concernsPanic disorder and panic attacksPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Valerie Stanley-Brooks have?
Valerie Stanley-Brooks has 25 years of professional experience in counselling and psychotherapy.
Is Valerie Stanley-Brooks a registered therapist?
Yes. She is a registered member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP).
In which languages does Valerie Stanley-Brooks provide therapy?
Valerie provides therapy in English.
Where is Valerie Stanley-Brooks located?
She is located in the United Kingdom.
How can I work with Valerie Stanley-Brooks as my therapist?
You can work with Valerie Stanley-Brooks through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Valerie Stanley-Brooks work with international clients?
Yes, Valerie Stanley-Brooks works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Valerie Stanley-Brooks 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, 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.
Therapeutic Approaches and Remote Support
Valerie commonly draws on client-centred therapy and cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), and she also uses trauma-focused methods when needed. Client-centred therapy focuses on creating an empathic, accepting relationship in which the person’s own insights and values guide change - it is helpful for building self-esteem, processing emotions, and working through life transitions. CBT is a practical, problem-focused approach that explores connections between thoughts, feelings, and behaviours and is often used for issues such as anxiety, depression, and stress. Trauma-focused therapy involves approaches that gently address traumatic experiences and their ongoing effects, supporting recovery and improved coping.Finding the right approach is part of the collaborative work Valerie undertakes with each client. She will discuss different methods, consider a person’s goals and preferences, and tailor the way she works so therapy fits the client rather than forcing a single model.
Online therapy with Valerie is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to provide flexibility and accessibility. These options make it easier to fit therapy into busy lives, to continue support across different locations, and to choose the format that feels most comfortable for each stage of the therapeutic process.
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