About me
Hello, I'm Laura, founder of Buzzing Psychology.
Taking the first step towards therapy can feel overwhelming, but you don't have to face life's challenges alone. I provide a warm, compassionate and non-judgemental space where you can safely explore your thoughts and feelings at your own pace.
I am a Counselling Psychologist (Professional Doctorate completed; HCPC registration pending) with over 20 years' experience supporting children, young people, adults, families and educational communities. My approach is collaborative, compassionate and tailored to each individual, as I believe there is no "one-size-fits-all" approach to therapy.
Whether you are experiencing anxiety, low mood, stress, trauma, relationship difficulties, grief, life changes, or simply feel stuck, I will work alongside you to help make sense of your experiences and develop practical strategies for lasting change.
I offer therapy for:
- Adults
- Children (aged 5+)
- Adolescents
- Young adults
- Parents and families
Sessions are available both in person and online, providing flexibility to meet your needs.
My aim is to help you understand yourself more deeply, recognise your strengths, improve your emotional wellbeing, and build the confidence to move forward.
Training, qualifications & experience
I have over two decades of professional experience working across education, mental health services, higher education and psychological practice.
My qualifications and professional experience include:
- Professional Doctorate in Counselling Psychology (completed; HCPC registration pending)
- Chartered Psychologist (BPS)
- Chartered Member of the British Psychological Society (CPsychol)
- Registered Member of the British Association for Behavioural and Cognitive Psychotherapies (BABCP)
- Registered Member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP)
- Accredited Registrant with the National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society (NCPS)
- Accredited Practitioner with the EMDR Association UK
- Registered Applied Psychology Practice Supervisor (RAPPS)
- Qualified in Psychometric Testing (BPS Register of Qualifications in Test Use)
- ADOS-2 and ADI-R trained
Alongside my private practice, I am a Senior Lecturer in Counselling Psychology and Placement Lead, supporting the education and development of future therapists.
Throughout my career, I have worked with children, young people, adults, families, schools and multidisciplinary teams, supporting individuals with a wide range of emotional, psychological and behavioural difficulties.
I integrate a range of evidence-based therapeutic approaches including:
- Person-Centred Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
- Psychodynamic Principles
- Trauma-informed practice
- Systemic approaches
- Attachment-informed approaches
- Mindfulness-based interventions
- Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT)
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR)
Member organisations
BACP is one of the UK’s leading professional bodies for counselling and psychotherapy with around 60,000 members. The Association has several different categories of membership, including Student Member, Individual Member, Registered Member MBACP, Registered Accredited Member MBACP (Accred) and Senior Registered Accredited Member MBACP (Snr Acccred). Registered and accredited members are listed on the BACP Register, which shows that they have demonstrated BACP’s recommended standards for training, proficiency and ethical practice. The BACP Register was the first register of psychological therapists to be accredited by the Professional Standards Authority (PSA). Accredited and senior accredited membership are voluntary categories for members who choose to undertake a rigorous application and assessment process to demonstrate additional standards around practice, training and supervision. Individual members will have completed an appropriate counselling or psychotherapy course and started to practise, but they won’t appear on the BACP Register until they've demonstrated that they meet the standards for registration. Student members are still in the process of completing their training. All members are bound by the BACP Ethical Framework and a Professional Conduct Procedure.
Accredited register membership
The Accredited Register Scheme was set up in 2013 by the Department of Health (DoH) as a way to recognise organisations that hold voluntary registers which meet certain standards. These standards are set by the Professional Standards Authority (PSA).
This therapist has indicated that they belong to an Accredited Register.
Areas of counselling I deal with
Therapies offered
Fees
£70.00 per session
Additional information
Free Initial Consultation (15–20 minutes)
I offer a free introductory telephone or online consultation to discuss what has brought you to therapy, answer any questions you may have and help us decide whether we are the right fit to work together.
Sessions are available:
- Face-to-face
- Online via a secure video platform
Payment is requested in advance of each session unless otherwise agreed.
Concessions
I believe that psychological support should be as accessible as possible. A limited number of concessionary appointments are available for:
- Students
- Trainee counsellors and psychologists
- Individuals on a low income or receiving certain benefits
Concessionary spaces are limited and subject to availability. Please contact me to discuss your circumstances, and I will do my best to accommodate you where possible.
Cancellation Policy
If you need to cancel or rearrange your appointment, I ask for at least 48 hours' notice. Appointments cancelled with less than 48 hours' notice may be charged at the full session fee, except in exceptional circumstances.
Other Services
Fees for psychological assessments, reports, school consultations, professional supervision, training and workshops are available on request.
If cost is a concern, please don't let that stop you from getting in touch. We can discuss the options available and whether a concessionary space is currently available.
Further information
Choosing the right therapist is an important decision. Research consistently shows that one of the strongest predictors of successful therapy is the quality of the therapeutic relationship.
I pride myself on offering a genuine, warm and accepting environment where clients feel safe to be themselves without fear of judgement. I understand that seeking therapy can feel daunting, and I work hard to ensure you feel comfortable from our very first conversation.
I regularly work with clients experiencing:
- Anxiety and panic
- Depression and low mood
- Trauma and PTSD
- Childhood trauma
- Stress and burnout
- Relationship difficulties
- Family issues
- Parenting challenges
- Self-esteem and confidence
- Emotional regulation difficulties
- Grief and bereavement
- School-related concerns
- Neurodiversity-informed support (including autism and ADHD)
- Life transitions
- Women's wellbeing
- Personal growth and self-discovery
If you're unsure whether therapy is right for you, please get in touch. I am always happy to discuss your needs and answer any questions before you decide to book.
