- Solution-focused approach
- Family and parenting support
- Calm non-judgemental space
About Velma
Velma Dennis is a counsellor with seven years of professional experience in the United Kingdom. She supports people facing stress, anxiety, family concerns, grief, anger and low self-esteem. Velma aims to make the first step easier for those who are feeling stuck or overwhelmed.
She creates a calm, non-judgemental space where people can talk about what matters to them. Sessions focus on practical steps and clearer thinking rather than lengthy theory. Velma listens for small changes that can make daily life feel more manageable.
Her approach is solution-focused, so conversations often centre on goals, what’s already working, and small, realistic actions to try between sessions. This can help with panic, workplace pressure, social anxiety and difficulties with communication.
Velma also offers support around complex feelings like shame, guilt, abandonment and the fallout of separation. She can help people facing chronic illness or persistent pain to prioritise coping strategies and day-to-day routines.
People who come for help will find a straightforward, compassionate style and clear steps to move forward. If you want to explore how counselling might help your family or parenting concerns, Velma can talk through next steps and the practicalities of working together.
How solution-focused work translates to online counselling
Solution-Focused Therapy concentrates on identifying clear goals and small changes that move you toward them. It is brief and practical, helping people notice what already helps and build on it to reduce stress, anxiety or relationship friction.The solution-focused stance is well suited to short, goal-oriented conversations about family and parenting concerns, coping with grief, and improving communication. Sessions typically explore specific situations, what a preferred outcome looks like, and simple steps to try between meetings.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. Velma will talk with you about your needs, goals and preferences and pick ways of working that fit. That decision is collaborative and can change as you progress.
Practical benefits of working online can include easier scheduling, fitting sessions around work or family commitments, and options for less visual contact if that feels easier for you. The exact session formats available are not specified here, so please confirm current options before booking. Online counselling can make it simpler to keep momentum with regular sessions and follow up on small changes in everyday life.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
7+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does Velma help with?
She supports people with stress, anxiety, family concerns, grief, anger and self‑esteem. Additional focus areas include communication problems, workplace issues and panic attacks.
How would she describe her therapeutic style?
Her work is practical and solution focused, concentrating on goals and small steps you can try between sessions. The aim is to build on what already helps you.
How much experience does she have?
Velma has seven years of professional experience working with people on a range of emotional and interpersonal concerns.
What credential does she hold and where is she based?
She is listed with the BACP and practises in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the UK work with her?
She is not currently accepting international clients.
How are sessions paid for and what does it cost?
Costs vary by location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.