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Velma Dennis, BACP

Credentials: BACP
Experience: 7 years
Practising in: United Kingdom
Languages: English
Sessions: Online only
Client ages: Adults, 18 and over

Works with Stress, AnxietyFamily conflictsGriefAnger managementSelf esteem

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Velma Dennis helps people who are feeling stressed, anxious, overwhelmed by family tensions, or struggling with grief and anger. She is experienced at supporting self-esteem difficulties and navigates problems like panic attacks, social anxiety and workplace stress. Velma uses straightforward, practical conversations to help people take the first steps toward feeling better.

Velma works with each person to build a comfortable space for talking. She focuses on clear goals and small steps that can be tried between sessions.

Background and approach

Sessions are conversational and solution-oriented rather than long lectures or exercises that feel imposed. Her background includes seven years of professional practice in the United Kingdom. She holds BACP, which indicates registration with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy.

That experience has involved helping people manage chronic pain and illness, cope with abandonment issues, and deal with relationship breakdowns such as divorce and separation. Velma also addresses feelings of guilt, shame and isolation, along with communication problems, control issues and jealousy. She accepts people who are facing prejudice or discrimination and those struggling with forgiveness and building self-love.

Practical skills for everyday life are a key part of her work. People who meet Velma can expect calm, direct guidance and a focus on what can change now. She encourages clients to set realistic aims and to review progress regularly.

Her style is warm, down-to-earth and action-focused.

How solution-focused work translates to online therapy

Solution-Focused Therapy concentrates on what people want to achieve and on small changes that make a real difference. It uses clear, forward-looking questions to identify practical steps and skills clients can try between sessions. This approach is well suited to issues like stress, anxiety, workplace problems and specific worries such as panic attacks.

The therapist will work collaboratively to find the most helpful approach for each person. Together they will discuss goals, preferences and the kinds of techniques that feel most useful. If Solution-Focused Therapy does not seem the right fit, they will explore alternatives that better match the client's needs.

Online sessions are available by video call, phone, live chat or text-based messaging, which gives flexibility for different routines. Video allows face-to-face interaction when visual cues help the conversation. Phone calls use less bandwidth and can fit into a short break, while live chat or text messaging can suit quick check-ins, journalling-style work or when typing feels easier. These options make it simpler to fit therapy around work, family and daily life.

What kinds of problems does she help with?

She supports people with stress, anxiety, family tensions, grief, anger and self-esteem concerns. Additional focus areas include panic attacks, chronic illness, workplace issues and social anxiety.

How would you describe her therapeutic style?

Her style is practical and solution-focused, with calm, goal-oriented conversations. Sessions aim for clear steps clients can try between meetings.

How much experience does she have?

She has seven years of professional practice working with a range of emotional and interpersonal concerns. That experience includes helping people manage grief, family conflict and anger.

What professional credential does she hold and where is she based?

She holds BACP, which reflects registration with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy. She practices in the United Kingdom.

Which languages are supported and can international clients join?

Sessions are offered in English. She does not accept international clients at this time.

What session formats are available?

Sessions may take place by video call, phone, live chat or text-based messaging. These options allow for different lengths and styles of contact to suit schedules.

How are sessions priced?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability. Sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.

How do I begin working with her?

Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.

Areas of focus

What this therapist works with

Most often

Stress, Anxiety
Family conflicts
Grief

Also listed

Therapeutic approaches

Solution-Focused Therapy

Experience: 7 years
Registered with: BACP
Languages: English

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Velma Dennis, BACP

Background and approach

How solution-focused work translates to online therapy

Areas of focus

What this therapist works with

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