- Stress and anxiety
- Relationships and family
- Life purpose focus
About Vivienne
Vivienne James is a BACP counsellor practising in the United Kingdom with three years of professional experience. She helps people who are dealing with stress, anxiety, low mood, relationship difficulties, family conflict, and challenges around self-esteem and confidence. Many of her clients also bring concerns about life purpose, midlife shifts, workplace stress, body image and feelings of isolation.
Her sessions aim to be straightforward and practical. She listens to what matters most and helps people talk through the issues that feel stuck. Conversations focus on everyday problems and on finding manageable next steps rather than abstract theory.
Vivienne tends to work at a measured pace. She encourages reflection and supports people to notice patterns in thoughts and behaviour. When needed she looks at how past experiences influence current choices, and how small changes can reduce anxiety or improve relationships.
She uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques and adapts them to the person in front of her. That might mean trying a new way of thinking about a worry, practising a short grounding exercise, or planning a different response in a difficult conversation. The emphasis is on practical tools that can be used between sessions.
Sessions are conducted in English and are suited to adults wanting clearer direction after a life change. For details about session arrangements and how to begin, follow the online therapy options and complete the short matching questionnaire to schedule a first appointment.
Evidence-based approaches and remote sessions
Vivienne draws on evidence-based therapeutic techniques to help people manage stress and find direction. Cognitive approaches focus on how thoughts influence feelings and behaviour; they help when worries, negative self-talk or panic attacks get in the way of daily life. Behavioural techniques look at changing unhelpful patterns through small, practical steps and repeated practice, which can reduce avoidance and improve mood.Finding the right approach is part of the work. She will collaborate with each person to decide which techniques fit their goals and preferences, and she adjusts methods as progress is made. Clients can expect a mix of reflective conversation and practical exercises chosen together.
Confirm current session options before booking, as formats are not specified here. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. Many people find remote appointments help them keep continuity of care while balancing work or family commitments.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
3+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she work with?
She helps people with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and family issues, self-esteem concerns, and questions about life purpose and midlife change.
How does she approach someone feeling stuck?
She uses straightforward, evidence-based techniques and short practical tools to help people notice patterns and try different responses between sessions.
What is her professional background?
She has three years of professional experience working with adults on stress, mood and relationship concerns.
What credential does she hold and where is she based?
She is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and practises in the United Kingdom.
Can I have sessions in a language other than English?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does she work with international clients?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are fees and sessions arranged?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin a first appointment?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule your first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the crisis numbers.