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Virginia Fick, HCPC

Counselling psychologist for relationships and trauma
  • Relationship support
  • Trauma-informed care
  • Intimacy and self esteem

About Virginia Fick

Virginia Fick is a counselling psychologist registered with the HCPC (Health and Care Professions Council) who combines US graduate training with practical experience in multiple mental health settings. She completed an MA in Counseling - Clinical Mental Health and an MS in Psychology in the United States before relocating to the United Kingdom to join the NHS in 2022.

Her clinical background spans work in nonprofit organizations, private practice, and a community mental health clinic, where she has supported people facing relationship difficulties, trauma and abuse, and intimacy-related challenges. She also works with concerns around motivation, self esteem, and confidence, drawing on this varied experience to tailor support to each person's needs.

Virginia approaches therapy from a strengths-based perspective, viewing each person as the expert of their own story and building on existing resources to address current challenges. She acknowledges the courage involved in beginning therapy and aims to offer a respectful, supportive space for clients to explore change and growth.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Relationship issuesTrauma and abuseIntimacy-related issuesSelf esteem

Additional Focus Areas

Attachment issuesCommunication problemsPost-traumatic stressSexuality

Therapeutic Approach

Client-Centered Therapy Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Trauma-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Virginia Fick have?

Virginia Fick has 3 years of experience.

Is Virginia Fick a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds HCPC registration. HCPC stands for Health and Care Professions Council.

In which languages does Virginia Fick provide therapy?

Therapy is provided in English.

Where is Virginia Fick located?

Virginia is located in the United Kingdom.

How can I work with Virginia Fick as my therapist?

You can work with Virginia Fick through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Virginia Fick work with international clients?

Virginia Fick does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Virginia Fick cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending 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, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your 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 care

Virginia uses Client-Centered Therapy to create a supportive, nonjudgmental environment where the client's perspectives and goals guide the work. This approach helps people who want a collaborative space to explore relationship challenges, self esteem, and personal values.

Dialectical Behavior Therapy - DBT - is used to teach concrete skills for managing intense emotions, improving interpersonal effectiveness, and tolerating distress. It can be especially useful for clients dealing with emotional regulation, communication problems, and patterns that affect relationships.

Trauma-Focused Therapy addresses the impact of traumatic experiences by helping people process memories and build strategies to reduce trauma-related symptoms. It is tailored to each person's history and aims to support recovery from abuse, post-traumatic stress, and related difficulties.

Finding the right approach is part of the process, and Virginia works collaboratively with clients to identify which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences. Licensed professionals and therapists adapt these approaches to suit each person’s circumstances.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions can take place by video call or phone, and shorter or more frequent check-ins are possible via live chat or text-based messaging. These options can make it easier to schedule care around work, family, and other commitments while maintaining continuity of treatment.

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