About me
Hi, I'm Laura. I offer in person sessions in Bingley, West Yorkshire, and also work online or by telephone.
You might have a build up of life experiences or something might have happened that has triggered a sudden change in you that's brought you here. Whatever's going for you, I'm here to help; you can talk to me about anything that is going on in your life. I'll be with you through these thoughts and feelings; working together we can face these things in the way that is right for you.
I know that starting counselling can be nerve wracking, especially if it's a new experience for you or if your pot of energy feels nearly empty. Together we will take things at the speed that is right for you, to help you to feel like you again.
To get started, we can either have a quick chat on the phone or by email, or you can book your first session to discuss what's going on for you and how I can help. We can work together when it's good for you, whether that's weekly, fortnightly, monthly or at times that fit into your diary.
Training, qualifications & experience
I'm a qualified and registered counsellor. I'll adapt my counselling approach to meet your needs, incorporating a number of ways of working depending on the issue we are talking about. This allows us to work in the way that is right for you.
Qualifications:
- Level 4 Diploma Counselling Skills & Theory
- Level 5 Diploma Psychotherapeutic Counselling Practice
- Mental Health First Aider
- Degree in Sociology
- Masters in Business Management
I am also a counsellor with Bradford Bereavement Support and work as a mental health crisis support worker in Bradford.
Member organisations
school Registered / Accredited
Being registered/accredited with a professional body means an individual must have achieved a substantial level of training and experience approved by their member organisation.
The National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society This Not For Profit association of counsellors and psychotherapists aim to support the counselling profession, members and training organisations. In 2013 the NCS register was accredited by the Professional Standards Authority under the Accredited Voluntary Register Scheme. Accredited by the Professional Standards Authority.
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
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Fees
£50.00 per session
Concessions offered for
Additional information
I have some lower cost sessions available for clients who have reduced funds, please ask me about this when you make contact.
I offer flexible booking so you can space your sessions to your finances.
When I work
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I offer flexible booking options:
Monday - 8am - 4pm
Tuesday - 9am - 3pm
Wednesday - 9am - 3pm
Thursday - 9am - 3pm
Friday - 8am - 8pm
Saturday - ad hoc depending on availability
Further information
If you are looking for a therapist who works in a truly trauma-informed way, please get in touch.
For me, being trauma informed means not judging the natural, instinctive ways our brains respond to traumatic or stressful situations (including one off events and long term exposure to stress or abuse).
In place of judgement, the trauma informed approach will look to be curious and compassionate towards the protective responses we had available at the time and consider if there are any other options to work with moving forward.
