Petra Vidal , BACP

Petra Vidal is a UK-credentialed therapist with three years of professional experience and holds BACP accreditation (British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy). She has worked with people facing stress, anxiety, low motivation, issues with self-esteem and confidence, and depression, offering practical and emotional support tailored to each person's situation.

Petra creates an open, nonjudgmental space where thoughts and feelings can be explored honestly. She emphasizes listening and collaboration, helping clients identify what matters to them and supporting steps toward a more fulfilling life. Taking that first step can take courage, and Petra positions herself as a steady ally throughout the process.

Her approach is grounded in fostering trust and clarity so clients can better understand their experiences and develop ways to cope and move forward. Petra focuses on helping people build confidence, manage difficult emotions, and find greater balance in daily life, always working at a pace that suits the individual.

Therapeutic approaches and online support

Petra draws on client-centered therapy and cognitive behavioral therapy to guide her work. Client-centered therapy focuses on creating an accepting, empathetic space where clients lead the conversation and explore their feelings and values - this approach is useful for building self-esteem, processing life changes, and addressing relational concerns. Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) helps identify and shift unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors, making it a practical option for managing anxiety, low mood, and stress.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic journey. Petra works collaboratively with each person to understand their goals, preferences, and challenges, and then tailors methods so the work feels relevant and manageable. Together they decide which techniques fit best and adjust the plan as progress is made.

Online therapy with Petra is offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, which makes scheduling more flexible and accessible. These options allow people to engage from home or other convenient locations, accommodate different communication styles, and make it easier to maintain continuity of care across busy lives.