About Valerie Thompson

I believe that the pursuit of happiness in our lives and the quality of our relationships goes hand in hand.
- Our desire for love, security and understanding can enrich our lives, but when these desires are in conflict with what you’re actually getting, anxiety, anger, depression and confusion can become overwhelming and can trickle into our working lives as well as our relationships.
- As a relationship counsellor I work with couples and individuals.
- I focus on breaking patterns of behaviour that may have a negative impact on relationships and life.
- I will help you concentrate on your own ability to move forward and develop an understanding of what your needs are and how they fit with the people around you.
- I offer a safe, confidential, professional environment for you to explore your experiences, thoughts and emotions.
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My aim is to help people unravel their perceived difficulties and assist them to understand themselves so they are able to develop more meaningful relationships with family, friends, colleagues and partners.
My passion is to understand what makes us who we are and how we connect with each other. I explore why this goes smoothly for some people and for others the experience is more of a rocky journey.

My training, work experience and any achievement

- I am a Relate trained relationship therapist.
- My work is focused on helping couples and individuals lead more contented lives.
- I have a MA in Relationship Therapy.
- I have BA in Communications Studies & Sociology from Goldsmith’s College, University of London.
- My flexible approach allows me to use a variety of methods and techniques.
- I am a member of the British Association for Counselling & Psychotherapy (BACP) and abide by their ethical framework and code of conduct.

Further Information

- Once we have arranged a suitable appointment, the initial session will be a consultation.
- This will give you the opportunity to find out if you would like to work with me and for me to understand the issues you’re experiencing.
- It’s ideal for couples to both attend the consultation.
- I offer weekday and daytime appointments only.
- My fees are £60 for couples and £50 for individuals.
- Sessions take place in a safe and comfortable location in Leigh-on-sea, or from the comfort of your own home if online/virtual therapy sessions.