Vivienne Robertson

• Stress and anxiety
• Relationship support
• Mindfulness informed

About Vivienne

Vivienne Robertson helps people address stress, anxiety, depression and relationship difficulties using practical talking therapies. She draws on 30 years of practice and is a BACP member (British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy).

She began her career working in agencies such as Relate and the National Health Service. She moved on to long-term private practice while also supporting frontline staff and workplace teams. Her background includes an MSc in Mindfulness Studies from the University of Aberdeen, which informs her work with attention and stress.

In sessions she uses client-centred approaches alongside Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy techniques to help people manage intense emotions and change unhelpful patterns. She also uses EMDR where appropriate and applies principles from the Gottman Method when addressing relationship issues.

Vivienne helps with a wide range of concerns including sleep difficulties, anger, grief, low self-esteem and life changes such as separation or divorce. She also offers coaching-style support for workplace stress and communication problems.

Her practice pays attention to attachment and abandonment issues, blended family and family problems, infidelity and intimacy-related concerns. She supports people dealing with guilt, shame, isolation, a search for life purpose, and particular challenges facing men and first responders.

Sessions are offered in English and based in the United Kingdom. Before booking, clients should confirm the current session formats directly through the service’s booking process.

How her approaches translate to online work

Client-Centred Therapy focuses on listening and building a collaborative relationship; it helps people clarify feelings and choices through reflective conversation. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) looks at thoughts and behaviours in practical steps and can help with anxiety, sleep and low mood. Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) teaches skills for managing strong emotions and improving day-to-day coping.

Deciding which approach to use is part of the process. The counsellor will work together with the client to choose methods that suit their goals, preferences and the issues they bring. That choice can be reviewed as therapy progresses to make sure it remains helpful.

The biography does not list specific session formats, so please confirm the available online options when booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit counselling into work or family life, reduce travel time and allow shorter check-ins when needed. Many people find video or phone sessions useful for maintaining contact between in-person appointments, but check the service for the exact arrangements offered by this counsellor.

Topics Vivienne lists

• Stress and anxiety
• Relationship issues
• Self-esteem
• Depression
• Coping with life changes
• Family conflicts
• Grief
• Intimacy-related issues
• Sleeping disorders
• Anger management
• Coaching
• Abandonment
• Attachment issues
• Blended family issues
• Communication problems
• Control issues
• Divorce and separation
• Emptiness
• Family problems
• First responder issues
• Forgiveness
• Guilt and shame
• Infidelity
• Isolation and loneliness
• Life purpose
• Men's issues
• Midlife crisis
• Mood disorders
• Panic disorder and panic attacks
• Post-traumatic stress
• Self-love
• Women's issues
• Workplace issues

Ways of working

• Client-Centred Therapy
• Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
• Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT)
• Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
• Gottman Method
• Mindfulness Therapy
• Motivational Interviewing
• Solution-Focused Therapy
• Trauma-Focused Therapy

Questions about Vivienne

What issues does she work with?

She works with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship problems and life changes, plus related topics such as grief, sleep, anger and low self-esteem.

What kind of counselling does she offer?

She uses client-centred practice alongside Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) techniques, and may include EMDR and Gottman Method approaches when relevant.

How long has she been practising?

She has 30 years of experience working in agencies, the NHS and private practice.

Is she registered with a professional body in the UK?

She is a BACP member, which stands for the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy.

Does she offer sessions in other languages?

Sessions are offered in English.

What session formats are available?

The original biography does not specify session formats; please confirm the current options when you book.

How much do sessions cost?

Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.

How do I start working with her?

Click the Talk to a counsellor online button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule your first session.