Vanessa Richards, BACP
BACP therapist focusing on trauma and relationships
- Trauma and relationship work
- Cancer and caregiver support
- Online flexible sessions
About Vanessa Richards
Vanessa Richards is a UK-based therapist who brings a blend of clinical training and practical experience to her work. She holds BACP accreditation - the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy - and completed a Master's in integrative counselling and psychotherapy, training that informs her relational, client-focused approach.
Her background includes supporting survivors of domestic and sexual violence within government settings and prior work as a therapeutic radiographer with people affected by cancer. Those roles contribute to a depth of understanding around trauma, grief, and the emotional demands of serious illness, enabling her to support clients across a range of life challenges.
Vanessa has provided therapeutic support in both the NHS and private sectors, working with people experiencing depression, anxiety, stress, relationship difficulties, trauma and abuse, low self-esteem, and motivation struggles. She describes her practice as collaborative and relational, prioritizing an open, nonjudgmental space where clients can explore thoughts and feelings and build resilience.
Vanessa accepts new clients, including international clients, and offers flexible options for working together such as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. She aims to help people take the first courageous steps toward greater wellbeing and more fulfilling relationships.
Her background includes supporting survivors of domestic and sexual violence within government settings and prior work as a therapeutic radiographer with people affected by cancer. Those roles contribute to a depth of understanding around trauma, grief, and the emotional demands of serious illness, enabling her to support clients across a range of life challenges.
Vanessa has provided therapeutic support in both the NHS and private sectors, working with people experiencing depression, anxiety, stress, relationship difficulties, trauma and abuse, low self-esteem, and motivation struggles. She describes her practice as collaborative and relational, prioritizing an open, nonjudgmental space where clients can explore thoughts and feelings and build resilience.
Vanessa accepts new clients, including international clients, and offers flexible options for working together such as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. She aims to help people take the first courageous steps toward greater wellbeing and more fulfilling relationships.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
AddictionsFamily conflictsGriefEating disordersParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceEating and food-related issuesFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFertility issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMulticultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationSelf-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaVisually impairedWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems Systemic Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Vanessa Richards have?
Vanessa Richards has 5 years of professional experience.
Is Vanessa Richards a licensed therapist?
Yes. Vanessa Richards holds BACP accreditation.
In which languages does Vanessa Richards provide therapy?
Vanessa provides therapy in English.
Where is Vanessa Richards located?
Vanessa Richards is located in the United Kingdom.
How can I work with Vanessa Richards as my therapist?
You can work with Vanessa Richards through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Vanessa Richards work with international clients?
Yes, Vanessa Richards works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Vanessa Richards 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, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy 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 online care with Vanessa Richards
Vanessa draws on Client-Centered Therapy to create a respectful, empathic space where clients lead the pace of change and feel heard - an approach that works well for building trust and addressing relationship and self-esteem concerns. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, is used to identify unhelpful thoughts and patterns and to develop practical strategies for managing anxiety, depression, and stress. She also integrates elements of Dialectical Behavior Therapy - DBT - to teach emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness skills useful for intense emotions and relationship challenges.
Choosing the right approach is collaborative. Vanessa works with each person to understand their goals, preferences, and life context, and then tailors methods so therapy fits the individual rather than forcing a single model. This flexibility helps clients feel involved in their own care and better able to use what they learn.
Online therapy offers practical benefits for Vanessa's practice - video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging allow sessions to fit around work, family, and health needs, reduce travel time, and make regular contact easier to maintain. These options support continuity of care and make it simpler for people to access therapy from different locations and life circumstances.