Vanessa Putnam, BACP
Compassionate UK counsellor for stress and relationships
- Stress and anxiety support
- Relationship and family help
- Teens adults and elderly
About Vanessa Putnam
Vanessa Putnam is a trained counsellor in the United Kingdom with nine years of professional experience helping people navigate stress, anxiety, relationship difficulties, family conflict and the challenges of grief and loss. She has supported parents and worked with a broad age range, including young people aged 14 to 25, adults and older adults, tailoring her conversations and therapeutic plans to each person’s particular needs and circumstances.
Vanessa approaches her work with respect, sensitivity and compassion, and she places value on building a collaborative therapeutic relationship that supports clients as they take the first steps toward change. She recognises that beginning therapy can take courage and offers steady encouragement and practical guidance throughout the process. Vanessa is a BACP member - the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy - reflecting her connection to a recognised professional counselling body.
Vanessa approaches her work with respect, sensitivity and compassion, and she places value on building a collaborative therapeutic relationship that supports clients as they take the first steps toward change. She recognises that beginning therapy can take courage and offers steady encouragement and practical guidance throughout the process. Vanessa is a BACP member - the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy - reflecting her connection to a recognised professional counselling body.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
AddictionsTrauma and abuseEating disordersSleeping disordersSelf esteemCareer difficultiesDepressionCoping with life changesCompassion fatigue
Additional Focus Areas
Attachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeBlended family issuesCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCommunication problemsDivorce and separationFamily problemsHospice and end-of-life counselingIsolation / lonelinessMood disordersMulticultural concernsPrejudice and discriminationSelf-harmSocial anxiety and phobiaWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Psychodynamic Therapy Systemic Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Vanessa Putnam have?
Vanessa Putnam has 9 years of experience.
Is Vanessa Putnam a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the BACP credential.
In which languages does Vanessa Putnam provide therapy?
English
Where is Vanessa Putnam located?
United Kingdom
How can I work with Vanessa Putnam as my therapist?
You can work with Vanessa Putnam through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Vanessa Putnam work with international clients?
Vanessa Putnam does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Vanessa Putnam 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 canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just 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 That Inform Online Care
Client-Centered Therapy places the client’s experience at the centre of the work - the therapist listens with empathy, supports the person’s own goals and helps create an accepting space for exploration. This approach can be especially helpful for people working through grief, relationship concerns, self-esteem and life transitions.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and adjusting unhelpful patterns of thinking and behaviour. It uses practical, goal-oriented strategies to address difficulties such as anxiety, low mood, sleep problems and stress, helping people develop skills they can apply between sessions.
Psychodynamic Therapy pays attention to repeated patterns, attachment and early experiences that influence current feelings and relationships. It can support deeper understanding of long-standing interpersonal struggles, emotional responses and identity issues.
Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process and will be decided collaboratively. Vanessa will work with each person to assess needs, goals and preferences and to tailor a plan that fits their situation and pace.
Online therapy offers flexible ways to connect - video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging - making it easier to schedule appointments, maintain continuity during busy periods and access support from home. These options help accommodate different communication styles and practical needs while allowing licensed professionals to provide consistent, focused therapeutic work.