Laura Joanknecht BSc (Hons) Psych, MBACP Acc, EMDR Practitioner

Laura Joanknecht BSc (Hons) Psych, MBACP Acc, EMDR Practitioner

Skype details

Skype name

laura.joanknecht

If you have skype installed you can select the link below to call Laura Joanknecht BSc (Hons) Psych, MBACP Acc, EMDR Practitioner.

Skype Call Button

To install skype click here

About me

I am an integrative relational counsellor, supervisor and trainer. I believe counselling is about empowering you to make choices and enabling you to make sense of some of the many confusing emotions that you may be feeling which sometimes can seem overwhelming.

In my opinion the best form of counselling is one where you can feel supported and heard in a confidential space. Where you can feel the warmth and regard of another human being and can begin to learn to listen to your own needs and find ways of meeting these.

This means that the process of counselling is internalised and gives the client tools to take with them when they no longer need the counselling space. My passion is enabling people to develop a stronger sense of themselves.

My practice is in Maidstone and is set up to be a welcoming space.  It is important to me that the environment helps you to begin to relax and to feel more at ease to reflect on some of your more difficult thoughts and feelings.

I came into counselling after a really difficult time in my life, and found that the support of a therapist really helped me make sense of my experiences and some of the contributory factors to my life as it was then. I hope that I can offer you a similar service.

Training, qualifications & experience

BACP Accredited/NCS Accredited
Diploma in Person Centred Counselling
BSc (Hons) Psych
PG Certificate in Supervision
PG Certificate in Education
Certificate in Management
EMDR Practitioner

Diploma in Sex Addiction

Psychosexual Training

I have been practicing as a counsellor since 1996 and as a trainer since 1998, supervisor since 2001. As well as working as a counsellor of individuals and couples in private practice, I have also gained experience working in schools, in youth agencies, for the Stillbirth and Neonatal Death Society and I have been head of counselling in a rape and sexual abuse support centre for 10 years.   I have recently become very interested in working with how the body holds trauma and so I have developed an integrative style which considers all the ways in which a person can be more in touch with their real self enabling them to make more informed choices.

Much of my work with individuals and couples is around psychosexual issues. This can feel like a really delicate area of your life to work on. I am aware of the importance of aiming to put you at ease as we look at some of your concerns and anxieties around this sensitive subject.

Member organisations

Registered / Accredited

BACP

Accredited register membership

British Association for Counselling & Psychotherapy

Areas of counselling I deal with

        Other areas of counselling I deal with

        Psychosexual Issues
        LGBT
        Baby bereavement
        Young people
        Relationship issues

        Leaving Cults

        Therapies offered

        Fees

        Therapy is an investment in yourself and living your life in a way which feels fulfilling.

        Couples £90 Individuals £65
        Group supervision - depending on number in group
        Some concessionary places

        EMDR for a two hour session £150.00

        I have gained a lot of experience during my years as a therapist and so I set my fees to reflect this. However, I believe therapy should be accessible for everyone, so if you feel drawn to my profile but feel that you are genuinely unable to afford sessions, please email me for a discussion about a reduced fee.

        Further information

        Parking available

        Maidstone East is the most local station and I work 20 minutes walk away from the station

        Fully insured

        Accredited with the British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy

        Accredited with The National Counselling Society

        Member of ATSAC

        REGISTERED Member of COSRT

        BUPA Registered Practitioner https://finder.bupa.co.uk/go/ms_laura_joanknecht

        EMDR Practitioner

        Aviva Registered Practitioner

        STOPSo Approved Therapist

        Saved Save Profile

        Maps & Directions

        Maidstone, ME14

        Type of session

        Online counselling: Yes
        Telephone counselling: Yes
        Face to face counselling: Yes
        Home visits: No

        Practical details

        Sign language: Unspecified
        Other languages: None

        Accessibility

        Accessibility information
        Wheelchair user access: No

        Availability

        Flexible.   I am very full currently but if you are interested, I have some spaces coming up soon.

        Types of client

        Young people
        Adults
        Older adults
        Couples
        Families
        Groups
        Organisations
        Employee Assistance Programme

        Supervision & training

        I trained as an integrative supervisor for groups and individuals.

        Online supervision:Yes
        Telephone supervision:No
        View supervision profile