About me
Many of my clients describe that feeling of dread when they wake up in the morning, or they just can't get to sleep because of all the thoughts going round and round in their head. Does this sound familiar?
Anxiety could be a constant feeling of unease that you have, or a constant barrage of overthinking that you just can't seem to stop.
You may have been having these feelings of anxiety all your life or they may have suddenly appeared and you don't know why.
I offer calm, compassionate counselling from my practice in Poole, Dorset and online across the UK.
Helping you move from a place of anxiety, stress and overwhelm to a place where you feel you can cope with life better and approach things more calmly and without fear.
How Counselling Can Support You
Many people come to counselling because anxiety, stress, depression or overwhelm have started to affect their daily life.
You may be starting to feel exhausted from trying to hold it all together.
Counselling offers a calm, confidential space to slow down, understand what’s happening, and begin to feel more in control, reducing the overthinking, the uncomfortable physical feelings and leading to you feeling more able to cope with day to day life.
If this sounds like the kind of help you are looking for, I would love to be able to work with you.
What issues do I help with?
I specialise in supporting people who experience anxiety, overwhelm, stress and emotional fatigue. Most of my clients come to me when they have started to feel stuck, exhausted from constantly feeling on edge, or do not know how to carry on with things the way they are, preventing them from living the life they want to live.
You may have experienced a difficult life event that has led to you feeling overwhelmed and anxious.
You may have experienced anxiety, stress, overwhelm and a feeling of not coping well with life for a long time.
Past trauma may have led to you feeling nervous, anxious and cautious of everyday events or other people.
ADHD or Neurodivergence, may be contributing to you feeling anxious or overwhelmed and unable to cope day to day.
I may be a good fit for you if:
You’ve tried other approaches and felt something was still missing
You want to understand your anxiety, not just manage it
You need a safe space to explore all the things that are bothering you.
You need a warm and understanding counsellor, who will listen without judgement.
You would like to feel that whatever you share, whatever you say is ok.
You need to feel held and understood.
''Before starting therapy, I was having daily panic attacks and would spiral over the smallest things, leaving me feeling exhausted and overwhelmed afterwards.
It was affecting my work, my relationships, and who I was as a person. I no longer recognised myself.
Working with Laura has genuinely changed the direction of my life, and I truly believe that is down to the work we did together.
While I’m still on my journey, I’ve learned to accept that this is part of who I am and to take things one step at a time.
I now have the tools and confidence to manage my anxiety in a way I never thought was possible.''
Taking the first step
I know that first step can be the hardest, especially when anxiety is a big part of your life. So I keep the first step simple and calm.
You can book a brief 15 min call via this directory
Or you can book a 50 min introductory call (at £40) via my website or by getting in touch.
If after these introductory calls you feel comfortable, we can book in further sessions.
“I started counselling with Laura after months of struggling with panic attacks. The techniques and strategies Laura uses, alongside her empathy and understanding, have made such a difference, several months later I can honestly say my life has totally changed for the better.”
Where we meet
I offer sessions in my bright, comfortable room in Parkstone, Poole.
Clients often comment on how calming it feels as soon as they walk in. There’s easy on‑road parking and nearby bus routes.
If you prefer the comfort of your own space, or are too far away to attend face to face, I also offer online sessions via Zoom.
Ongoing sessions are £65 for 50 minutes, either face to face or online.
Find out more
You’re welcome to explore my website, read my blogs, and download free resources on managing anxiety:
🌐 www.seeclearcounselling.co.uk
📘 facebook.com/seeclearcounselling
📞 07975 733029
✉️ laura@seeclearcounselling.co.uk
For trainee counsellors
If you’re a trainee counsellor looking to complete your personal therapy hours, I have extensive experience supporting students and also supervise trainee counsellors. I am an accredited BACP counsellor with over 10 years experience, in both voluntary roles and private practice.
Your personal therapy is an important part of your training, and finding someone you feel comfortable with matters.
Book an introductory session and we can explore how we might work together.
Enquire about concession rates for students.
I also offer supervision for student counsellors.
Location & accessibility
I’m based in Parkstone, Poole, Dorset, offering face‑to‑face sessions in a comfortable, airy room with plenty of on‑road parking and good transport links.
Online sessions via Zoom mean I’m accessible wherever you are.
If you feel ready, please do get in touch.
If you’re feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or simply tired of trying to manage alone, you don’t have to keep doing this by yourself, book an introductory session and take the 1st step towards reducing the overwhelm you are feeling.
Call or message me today to book your introductory session:
📞 07975 733029
✉️ laura@seeclearcounselling.co.uk
Training, qualifications & experience
- CPCAB Level 5 Diploma in CBT (Cognitive Behaviour Therapy)
- CPCAB Level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling
- CPCAB Level 3 Certificate in Counselling Studies
- CPCAB Level 2 Certificate in Counselling Skills
- Counselling Tutor Online counselling diploma
- Dorset Action on Abuse - Abuse and Trauma Counselling Skills
- CPCAB Level 6 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling Supervision
- Qualified Mindfulness Teacher
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.
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
Other areas of counselling I deal with
I am also a counselling supervisor, please see my supervision profile or visit my website for more information
www.seeclearcounselling.co.uk/supervision
Therapies offered
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Fees
£65.00 per session
Concessions offered for
Health Insurance/EAP
Additional information
My standard session fee is £65
A 50 min Intorductory session is at the reduced cost of £40 (or you can book a 15 min call via this website)
I offer face to face or online sessions
Depending on your circumstances, I can offer weekly, fortnightly or monthly sessions.
When I work
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Further information
I offer face to face sessions in Parkstone,Poole, Dorset. My therapy room is easy to find. There is plenty of parking available and buses stop near by.
Video sessions via Zoom are available if that is your preference
I am quite flexible with how I work, so if finances, working hours or other things might get in the way of regular weekly slots, we can talk about this and find a way to work together that suits you best.
