Integrative Counsellor

Exploring the links between relationships, life experiences and emotional wellbeing.

Viv offers a warm, thoughtful and supportive space where clients can explore the challenges they are facing without fear of judgement. Whether someone is experiencing anxiety, low self-esteem, relationship difficulties, trauma or feeling stuck in familiar patterns, therapy can help them gain greater understanding of themselves and their experiences.

Her aim is to help clients develop self-awareness, build resilience and find new ways of moving forward that feel meaningful and sustainable.

Common areas of support

• Anxiety and stress
• Low self-esteem and confidence
• Trauma and adverse life experiences
• Relationship difficulties
• Couples counselling
• Communication difficulties
• Shame and self-criticism
• Anger and emotional regulation
• Bereavement and loss
• Life transitions and change

How Viv works

Viv is an integrative counsellor who draws on a range of therapeutic approaches to suit the needs of each individual or couple. She believes that every person brings a unique story and that therapy should be tailored accordingly.

When working with individuals, Viv provides a supportive space to explore thoughts, feelings and experiences at a pace that feels comfortable. Her particular interests include trauma, anxiety, self-esteem and the connection between emotional wellbeing and the body.

In couples work, Viv uses a systemic approach which explores patterns of interaction within the relationship and how these may be influenced by family experiences, culture, beliefs and life history. This can be particularly helpful when communication has broken down and couples find themselves caught in cycles of conflict, blame or misunderstanding.

Although often used in couples therapy, Viv’s systemic approach can also be valuable for family relationships, parent and adult child relationships, friendships and workplace relationships where patterns of communication or conflict have become difficult to navigate.

Professional background

Viv is qualified in both individual and couples therapy and has a strong commitment to ongoing professional development. She continues to expand her knowledge in areas that support clients’ wellbeing and recovery.

She currently has a particular interest in the mind-body connection and how trauma can become encoded within the body, influencing both emotional and physical wellbeing.

Sessions available In-person (Couples) and online (individuals)

Works with Couples and individuals 

Personal insight

Outside of work, Viv enjoys breathwork, mindfulness and spending time in nature. She particularly enjoys long walks with her dog Willow, wild beaches, summer wild swimming and spending time with family, especially her grandson.