Vania Piludu, HCPC

Vania Piludu helps people manage stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, anger, low self-esteem, depression and relationship concerns. She supports people facing grief, intimacy issues, eating and sleeping struggles, parenting challenges, career shifts and compassion fatigue. Vania works with those coping with complex conditions such as bipolar disorder and people dealing with life changes and long-term illness. She speaks English and Italian and practises in the United Kingdom. Vania creates a calm, open space where thoughts and feelings can be spoken about without judgement. She aims to make the first steps feel achievable and clear, breaking down worries into manageable goals. Sessions focus on practical ways to reduce distress and build skills that fit daily life. Her approach blends several evidence-informed methods. This gives room for both present-focused skills and deeper work on patterns that cause pain. Vania tailors techniques to each person, combining practical strategies with attention to attachment and values. Across 21 years of practice she has worked in different settings and with a wide range of concerns. Her HCPC registration is listed as HCPC. That reflects her standing in the United Kingdom health system. People describe the work as straightforward and steady, with an emphasis on small changes that add up. She supports clients in English and Italian, and can work with international clients when needed. Sessions are offered by video call, phone, live chat or text messaging.

How therapeutic approaches translate to online work

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy helps people clarify what matters most to them and take small actions that fit those values. It is useful for anxiety, depression and life transitions because it focuses on meaningful steps rather than perfect feelings. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy looks at how thoughts, feelings and behaviours link together and teaches practical tools to change unhelpful patterns. CBT is often chosen for anxiety, low mood and sleep or eating difficulties.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will talk through goals, preferences and practicalities and together choose methods that suit the person. That collaborative planning can be adjusted over time as needs change.

Online sessions are offered by video call, phone, live chat or text-based messaging to give flexibility. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation and richer interaction. Phone sessions can be easier when internet bandwidth is low or when a shorter check-in is needed. Live chat or text messaging can suit people who want regular, brief contact between longer sessions. Registered or accredited professionals can use these formats to deliver skills training, emotion regulation practice and guided reflection in ways that fit modern life.