Vania Piludu, HCPC
HCPC-registered therapist for stress and trauma
- Stress and anxiety
- Trauma and abuse
- Self esteem growth
About Vania Piludu
Vania Piludu is an HCPC-registered therapist based in the United Kingdom with more than two decades of professional experience supporting people through difficult life challenges. She focuses on practical and compassionate work with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, anger management, motivation, self-esteem, and confidence, helping clients explore thoughts and feelings so they can move toward a more satisfying life.
Vania creates an open, nonjudgmental space where individuals can share their experience and be heard. She emphasizes collaborative exploration and practical strategies, guiding each person at a pace that feels right for them. Taking the first step toward change often requires courage, and Vania aims to provide steady support throughout that process.
Registered with the HCPC - the Health and Care Professions Council, which regulates health and care professionals in the UK - she brings a balanced approach that blends empathy with evidence-informed techniques. Her practice centers on understanding each person’s unique needs and goals, offering tailored support for those seeking greater resilience, confidence, and emotional well-being.
Vania creates an open, nonjudgmental space where individuals can share their experience and be heard. She emphasizes collaborative exploration and practical strategies, guiding each person at a pace that feels right for them. Taking the first step toward change often requires courage, and Vania aims to provide steady support throughout that process.
Registered with the HCPC - the Health and Care Professions Council, which regulates health and care professionals in the UK - she brings a balanced approach that blends empathy with evidence-informed techniques. Her practice centers on understanding each person’s unique needs and goals, offering tailored support for those seeking greater resilience, confidence, and emotional well-being.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
LGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCompassion fatigue
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFertility issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSHoardingHospice and end-of-life counselingImmigration issuesInfidelityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Existential Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Vania Piludu have?
Vania Piludu has 21 years of professional experience.
Is Vania Piludu a licensed therapist?
Yes. She is registered with the HCPC (Health and Care Professions Council), the UK regulator for health and care professionals.
In which languages does Vania Piludu provide therapy?
Vania provides therapy in English and Italian.
Where is Vania Piludu located?
Vania is located in the United Kingdom.
How can I work with Vania Piludu as my therapist?
You can work with Vania through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Vania Piludu work with international clients?
Yes, Vania works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Vania Piludu cost?
Costs can vary based on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire to help match you with a therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic Approaches and Online Support
Vania integrates Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Attachment-Based Therapy alongside client-centered principles to tailor support to each person’s needs. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people accept difficult thoughts and feelings while identifying personal values and committed actions that create a more meaningful life - it can be useful for anxiety, stress, and low motivation. Attachment-Based Therapy explores how early relationships shape current patterns of connection and trust, offering a route to heal relational wounds and improve intimacy and communication. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes empathy, unconditional positive regard, and collaboration, creating a respectful space where clients lead the pace and focus of change.Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic journey, and Vania works collaboratively with clients to determine which methods fit their goals, preferences, and circumstances. She adapts techniques over time so the therapy remains relevant and effective for the individual.
Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions can take place by video call or phone, and shorter exchanges can happen via live chat or text-based messaging. This range of options helps people access consistent support around work, caregiving, travel, or other commitments, making it easier to maintain progress and integrate therapy into daily life.