I have only started with Virginia but already she has put me at ease.
Virginia Bowley, BACP
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Virginia is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- 5.0 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Virginia. View 5 reviews
- Great news, Virginia is accepting new clients!
- She is normally fully-booked.
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in United Kingdom
- Accepts worldwide clients
Recent reviews
Love this lady! Every session she encourages and tries to pull out the best of me and builds on what I do have! I love her positivity and that she always has great suggestions and techniques for all the things I'm going through. Would definitely recommend her!
More about Virginia
- 22 years' experience
- Female
- BACP
I am an experienced counsellor who has worked in a variety of settings with individuals, children, families and couples since 2001. I worked for Cruse bereavement care for 6 years and I have worked both in private practice and at a college for further education. I am an Accredited Counsellor with the British Association of Counsellors and Psychotherapists (BACP) and have completed training in online counselling. I am a nurse by background and for 25 years worked as a rehabilitation case manager for clients who had sustained catastrophic injuries who were coming to terms with their significant and multiple losses. I have monthly supervision sessions and abide by the BACP code of ethics.
My hobbies are swimming, walking, cycling and reading.
Specialties
Stress
Anxiety
Relationship issues
Grief
Depression
Coping with life changes
Family conflicts
Trauma and abuse
Anger management
Self esteem
Career difficulties
Coaching
Adoption and foster care
Aging and geriatric issues
Attachment issues
Autism and Asperger Syndrome
Caregiver issues and stress
Chronic pain, illness, and disability
Communication problems
Control issues
Coping with natural or human-caused disaster
Divorce and separation
Forgiveness
Guilt and shame
Hospice and end-of-life counseling
Intellectual disability
Isolation / loneliness
Jealousy
Life purpose
Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
Panic disorder and panic attacks
Post-traumatic stress
Prejudice and discrimination
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
Self-love
Social anxiety and phobia
Traumatic brain injury
Visually impaired
Workplace issues
Treatment Approaches
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Licenses
- BACP · United Kingdom · 22200 · Expires November 2025
About online counseling
- Affordable.
- Pay a low flat fee.
- Convenient.
- Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
- Available now.
- There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.
Online counseling allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.
Reviews for Virginia Bowley
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
I have only started with Virginia but already she has put me at ease.
Love this lady! Every session she encourages and tries to pull out the best of me and builds on what I do have! I love her positivity and that she always has great suggestions and techniques for all the things I'm going through. Would definitely recommend her!
Virginia is wonderfull, she is doing great and I am doing fine :)
Virginia is a great listener and has strong empathy and understanding for your experience. She gives good advice and makes you feel heard and understood. She is a lovely woman and I would highly recommend her.
She’s very gentle and understanding and makes you feel comfortable, I feel much lighter after each session with her.
Frequently asked questions
Does Virginia Bowley offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Virginia Bowley works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.
What language(s) does Virginia Bowley speak?
Virginia Bowley speaks English.
How many years of experience does Virginia Bowley have?
Virginia Bowley has 22 years of experience.
Where is Virginia Bowley licensed to practice?
Virginia Bowley is licensed to practice in the United Kingdom.
Does Virginia Bowley accept clients outside of the United Kingdom?
Yes, Virginia Bowley accepts clients outside of the United Kingdom.
Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?
Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
What treatment approaches does Virginia Bowley offer?
Virginia Bowley offers clients Client-Centered Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT).
How can I communicate with Virginia Bowley?
Virginia Bowley can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.
How do I get started with Virginia Bowley?
Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.
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When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.