About me
Do you feel overwhelmed, under appreciated and exhausted? Are you tired of trying to juggle everything, never having time for yourself, saying "yes" when you really want to say No!? Are you fed up with feeling like you're not good enough, constantly comparing yourself to others and worrying what others think of you? Finding yourself cancelling plans at the last minute because you feel so anxious?
If this sounds familiar, the good news is that you don't have to live this way. Counselling can help transform how you feel about yourself by:
- Learning to set healthy boundaries without guilt or fear of rejection
- Feel more secure in yourself and your relationships
- Learn to love and accept who you are – helping you to feel that you are good enough just as you are!
- Have more belief in yourself and your abilities
- Feel less anxious in social situations
Having experienced social anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, stress and relationship difficulties, I know and understand how overwhelming these things can feel. I know how they can affect your life. I also know and understand how daunting it can feel seeking support through counselling.
You may have many questions right now; you may not be sure if counselling is for you or if you did have counselling, what you would say or how does it work. I still remember the anxiety I felt when I first reached out and asked for support which is why I greet you with warmth and friendliness.
As a Pluralistic counsellor, I’m trained in Psychodynamic, Humanistic, and CBT approaches. The benefit of being a Pluralistic counsellor is that I have more “tools” in my toolbox to help you work through whatever you need at the beginning of your journey and I can respond to your changing needs as therapy progresses. One size does not fit all, and I can provide you with an approach that is as unique as you are.
I offer a friendly, non-judgemental space where you can feel fully heard, understood and supported to explore yourself and your feelings. A space where you can let it all out, find some inner peace and reconnect to yourself. I can help you work towards caring less about what other people think of you and build your social confidence.
Since starting my private practice, I have helped many women learn to love and accept themselves. Those women have shared how counselling has helped them feel “good enough”, that they are now able embrace new opportunities with confidence and self-belief and that they can prioritise themselves without feeling guilty. They are able to manage the demands of life without feeling overwhelmed. They feel confident and secure in themselves and their relationships, finally living the life they deserve.
I offer a free 30 minute initial consultation so we can talk about how I can help and support you because you matter and don't have to do this alone. I look forward to hearing from you.
Training, qualifications & experience
- Solution Focus Brief Therapy
- Level 5 Diploma in Psychotherapeutic Counselling
- Level 4 Counselling Skills and Theory
- Level 3 Diploma in Hypnotherapy and Counselling Skills
- Carolyn Spring - Working with Relational Trauma: Dealing with Disorganised Attachment Training
- Experience of working for a Domestic Abuse charity counselling women who are currently in abusive relationships or that have left abusive relationships.
- Having previously worked for the NHS for a Neurodevelopmental Service, I have awareness of ADHD and Autism and how they can affect the lives of individuals with these diagnoses and the lives of those who are also undiagnosed.
- My own son has a severe dual hearing impairment so I am able to adapt my communication style to effectively communicate with those who also have a hearing impairment.
- I am a registered member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and an Accredited member of the National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society (NCPS) which ensure I practice ethically.
- I have full professional indemnity Insurance and I have an enhanced DBS
Client Testimonial
"Laura is very personable. She helped me to feel less isolated and alone. Laura's support made it easier for me to manage an emotional issue. By listening and supporting me without judgement or criticism, Laura helped me to take back some control over my situation. Laura was able to validate my feelings, and this enabled me to make sense of the chaos. Laura taught me some practical breathing techniques which helped me calm down and lesson my anxiety when practised. The support I received while dealing with a difficult situation has helped me to develop better coping skills. On completion of the treatment, I now feel that I have a greater sense of self-acceptance and self-esteem"
"After being forced into a situation I did not want to be in and had no control over, a place which plunged me deep into depression, Laura really helped me navigate this difficult chapter of my life and helped me find some peace and acceptance. I am now feeling a lot happier in myself and my life - I would not be in this place without Laura"
"Laura really helped me with my low self-esteem - I now no longer feel the need to people please, I can confidently put boundaries in place and more importantly, I finalise realise, thanks to Laura that I am and always have been good enough - I actually like myself now"
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.
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
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Fees
£50.00 per session
Free initial in-person, telephone or online session
Concessions offered for
Health Insurance/EAP
Additional information
I offer in person session in my therapy room in Ransom Hall which is based in tranquil forestry of Ransom Wood Business Park. There is a plenty of free parking, toilets and there is a café on site. To help ease the anxiety you may be experiencing, upon booking your first session I will send you a map and directions of how to find me.
I also offer remote sessions via telephone or a video. Video sessions can be via MS Teams or Zoom, whichever platform you are most comfortable and confident with.
I try to work flexibly with you so i offer both short term and long term therapy, adapting to suit your personal needs. Sessions can be weekly, fortnightly or monthly - whatever you need them to be. Standard sessions last 50 minutes and are offered on an open ended basis.
Sessions are £50 for individuals age over 18.
Sessions for young people aged 14 to 17 are £35
I believe counselling should be available to everyone regardless of your personal circumstances, so I hold a number of concessionary spaces for clients with low income, OAPs, Students, Trainee Counsellors and those who find themselves unemployed. Please get in touch if you would like to know more about the concessionary fees.
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Further information
I offer an initial free consultation so that we can talk and discuss what has brought you to counselling and to see how I can help support you during this time, giving you the opportunity to decide if I am the right therapist to help you.
Please feel free to give me a call or email if you have any questions. I am always happy to help and if I cannot help, I am connected to a network of counsellors who i can help you connect you with so you can get the support that's right for you
