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Victoria Nelsen

Victoria Nelsen, BACP

United Kingdom 6 years in practice

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BACP counsellor - stress and relationships

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  • Client-Centred Therapy
  • Existential Therapy
  • Supports addiction recovery

About Victoria

Victoria Nelsen is a BACP counsellor in the United Kingdom with six years' experience. She works with people facing stress, anxiety, relationship difficulties, trauma and abuse, depression, addictions and other life changes. Sessions are conducted in English.

Victoria focuses on helping people notice patterns that cause pain and on finding ways to move forward. She uses client-centred work to prioritise each person’s experience and existential ideas to look at meaning, choice and responsibility in life. Meetings focus on listening, reflecting and helping people make practical changes they can use outside sessions.

Her approach is straightforward. She pays attention to what each person brings and adapts how she works to fit the concerns presented. Conversations often include exploring attachment, communication problems, feelings of abandonment, and difficulties with trust.

Victoria also supports people dealing with panic attacks, social anxiety and phobia, dissociation, self-harm and post-traumatic stress. She addresses family problems, divorce and separation, and the effects of drug and alcohol addiction on everyday life.

Sessions look at emotions such as guilt, shame, isolation and grief alongside practical coping skills. People can expect clear discussion of goals and small steps to try between appointments. The process begins with a short matching questionnaire and scheduling a first session.

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How her approaches translate to online work

Client-Centred Therapy places the person’s concerns at the centre of each session. The counsellor listens without directing and helps the client name feelings and priorities. This approach is often used for anxiety, depression and relationship difficulties because it makes space for personal experience.

Existential Therapy looks at questions of meaning, choice and responsibility. It supports people who are re-evaluating life direction, coping with loss, or facing big changes. Conversations focus on values and on decisions someone can make next.

Choosing the right approach is part of the process. The counsellor will work collaboratively to identify which ideas fit best with the client’s goals and preferences. Plans can change as sessions reveal what is most helpful.

Confirm the exact session formats before booking, as they are not specified here. Online counselling can make it easier to fit sessions around work or family routines, reduce travel time and allow for shorter check-in appointments when needed. It can also accommodate people who prefer not to be on camera or who need lower bandwidth options. Registered or accredited professionals use these options to help clients continue therapy in everyday life.

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Areas of expertise

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Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyExistential Therapy

Experience

6+ years

Listed in

United Kingdom

Languages

English

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Frequently asked questions

What issues does she work with?

She helps people with stress, anxiety, relationship problems, trauma and abuse, depression, addictions and coping with life changes.

What is her therapeutic style?

She uses Client-Centred Therapy to focus on the person’s experience and Existential Therapy to explore meaning and choice. Sessions emphasise listening, reflection and practical next steps.

How much experience does she have?

She has six years of experience working with people on a range of concerns including panic, PTSD and self-harm.

What are her professional credentials and location?

She is registered with the BACP and practises in the United Kingdom.

Which languages are supported?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can international clients work with her?

She does not accept international clients at this time.

How are sessions paid for and what does it cost?

Cost varies with location and sessions are arranged through a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.

How do I begin working with her?

Use the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule a first session.

Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the urgent help numbers.

Victoria Nelsen

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