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Velma Dennis, BACP

Velma Dennis helps people facing stress, anxiety, family conflict, grief, anger, and low self-esteem.

Stress, Anxiety
Family conflicts
Grief
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About Velma

Velma Dennis helps people facing stress, anxiety, family conflict, grief, anger, and low self-esteem. She keeps conversations straightforward and focuses on small, practical steps that can ease daily life. Velma uses calm listening and clear questions to help people find what works for them next.

Velma has seven years of experience working in the United Kingdom and is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, BACP. She aims to make the room feel safe for honest talk without judgement.

Background and approach

That simple foundation lets people name what is hard and start to plan for change. Her work often centres on short-term, solution-focused ideas. Sessions look at existing strengths and small adjustments that can make a difference.

This approach suits people who want clear, goal-oriented conversations rather than long-term analysis. Velma also supports people dealing with relationship breakups, communication problems, feelings of abandonment, and workplace stress. She listens for patterns like guilt, shame, isolation or anger and helps clients try new ways of responding.

Practical tools and short-term goals are common outcomes of her sessions. People bring a wide range of concerns, including chronic illness or pain, panic attacks, prejudice and discrimination, jealousy, and struggles with self-love. Velma offers a steady, non-judgemental space to talk these through and to plan small, doable next steps.

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Body	Registration number	Expires
BACP	375763	April 2026

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Sessions and payment

Sessions are held online through our partner platform, by video, phone or messaging depending on the counsellor.

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Focus areas and approaches

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Ways of working Velma names

Solution-Focused Therapy

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Solution-focused work online and practical session options

Solution-Focused Therapy looks at what people want to achieve and builds on what already works. It uses short, clear conversations to set small goals and notice progress, which can suit issues like stress, anxiety, workplace problems and relationship conflict.

In online sessions Velma keeps the focus practical. She asks direct questions about current strengths and small changes that could help. For worries such as panic attacks, low self-esteem or grief this approach aims to create manageable next steps rather than long-term analysis.

Finding the right approach is part of the process and will be collaborative. The therapist will work with each person to decide which ideas and techniques feel most helpful. Goals, preferences and day-to-day constraints guide the plan so it fits the person rather than forcing a method.

Online therapy offers flexible ways to connect. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation, phone sessions suit those with limited bandwidth, live chat can be useful for shorter check-ins, and text-based messaging supports ongoing reflections between sessions. These options make it easier to fit therapy around work, family and medical needs while keeping a steady, supportive thread of contact.

Frequently asked

What problems does she help with?

She supports people dealing with stress, anxiety, family conflict, grief, anger and low self-esteem. Additional areas include panic, workplace issues, chronic illness and relationship separation.

What is her general approach in therapy?

She uses a solution-focused approach that looks for practical next steps. Sessions concentrate on strengths and short-term goals to create real change.

How much clinical experience does she have?

She has seven years of professional experience working with clients. That experience includes a range of emotional and relationship difficulties.

What credentials and location are listed?

She is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, BACP, and practises in the United Kingdom.

Can sessions be held in other languages or for international clients?

Sessions are offered in English. She is not currently accepting international clients.

Which session formats are available?

Sessions can be arranged as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. These options allow different ways to fit therapy into a busy life.

How much do sessions cost?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability and is provided through a subscription model. The subscription can be cancelled at any time.

What are the first steps to begin?

Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to therapist availability. The questionnaire helps match needs and preferences.