Vikki Cunningham, BACP

Vikki Cunningham offers a calm, non-judgemental space for people carrying the long-term effects of difficult experiences. She recognises how anxiety, grief, a sense of being stuck, or recurring patterns from the past can influence one’s sense of self and relationships, and she supports exploration of those themes at a pace that feels manageable.

Vikki is particularly experienced in working with survivors of domestic abuse and childhood adversity, and she supports people navigating trauma, major life changes, and grief. Her style is warm, relational, and trauma-informed, with an emphasis on collaboration so that the work stays guided by what matters most to each person in the moment. That may involve deep reflection, gentle exploration, and also moments of lightness along the way.

She holds the BACP credential (British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy), which indicates recognised professional training and standards in the UK. Outside of counselling, Vikki enjoys slow and easy craft projects, staying active, and losing herself in a good book. At heart she believes people are doing the best they can with what they know, and she approaches therapy from a place of equal worth and respect. If someone is ready to begin, Vikki offers to walk alongside them and help figure things out together.

Trauma-informed approaches and online therapy

Client-Centred Therapy focuses on creating a supportive, non-judgemental environment where the person is at the centre of the work. It helps people who want a respectful space to explore feelings, values, and relationships without pressure to follow a set agenda.

Trauma-Focused Therapy addresses how past traumatic experiences continue to affect thoughts, feelings, and daily life. It offers structured, sensitive ways to understand and process those experiences, which can be helpful for survivors of abuse, those dealing with childhood adversity, and people struggling with persistent trauma-related responses.

Vikki works collaboratively to find the right approach for each individual, using conversations about needs, goals, and preferences to guide decisions. She aims to tailor methods so they fit the person rather than fitting the person to a method.

Online therapy with Vikki is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, providing flexibility for different schedules, energy levels, and practical needs. These formats make therapy more accessible for people living apart from their therapist, managing busy lives, or preferring to connect from home, while still allowing relational, focused work with a registered professional.