Vicky Johal, NCPS

Vicky Johal is an integrative counsellor accredited by the NCPS and a member of the BACP, offering compassionate, person-centred support for people facing a range of life challenges. She works with individuals dealing with stress and anxiety, grief, parenting difficulties, self-esteem and confidence issues, and the practical and emotional demands of life changes. Vicky blends different therapeutic techniques to meet each person where they are, tailoring sessions to suit individual experiences, goals and preferences.

She focuses on helping clients navigate difficult situations and relationships, build motivation and confidence, and develop coping strategies for everyday pressures. Vicky approaches each person with respect and sensitivity, aiming to create a safe, non-judgmental space for honest reflection and change. Her accreditation with the NCPS and membership of the BACP reflect professional standards and ongoing development, which inform a thoughtful and ethical approach to practice.

Vicky’s style emphasises collaboration and practical support, adapting therapeutic work to the unique needs of each client so that therapy can be relevant, manageable and focused on meaningful outcomes.

Integrative approaches for online support

Vicky practises integrative counselling, combining different therapeutic ideas and techniques to fit each person's needs. This approach allows her to draw on a variety of evidence-based methods in a way that suits the client's concerns - whether that is managing anxiety, coping with loss, or improving confidence. She also uses practical, evidence-informed techniques aimed at helping clients develop coping strategies and clearer ways of thinking about stressful situations.

Finding the right approach is treated as a collaborative process. Vicky works with clients to explore what feels most helpful, adjusting methods over time according to the client’s goals, preferences and progress. This flexibility helps ensure therapy remains relevant and focused on meaningful changes.

Online sessions - by video call, phone, live chat or text-based messaging - offer practical convenience and greater access to support. These formats make it easier to fit therapy around daily life, reduce travel time, and allow continuity of care when circumstances change, while still enabling regular, structured conversations with a registered professional.