About me
Hi, I'm Laura, a BACP registered therapist with experience walking alongside people as they find meaningful change through exploring their feelings, thoughts, relationships, and experiences.
I am a warm, relational, encouraging therapist with an open-hearted and creative approach to my practice. I appreciate the uniqueness of each person and their experiences, and I welcome you, in your light and your shadow, whatever journey you have taken to get here.
I understand it can take great courage to reach out, and I offer Person-Centred Therapy and Internal Family Systems (IFS) Therapy to support you with whatever is present in your life right now.
Person-Centred Therapy
In Person-Centred Therapy sessions, I offer a compassionate and non-judgmental space where you can explore your thoughts, feelings, experiences, and relationships—with yourself and others.
You’ll set the pace of our sessions, and we’ll explore what’s coming up for you in the here and now (like any thoughts, imagery, metaphors, dreams, or movement you notice), as well as your past experiences.
Person-centred therapy is a creative process, and the experience differs for everyone. It can be a relief to share long-buried feelings or helpful to have a space to talk that is free of judgement.
Together, we will connect with the resources you already hold within—helping you nurture your self-worth, manage any stress and anxiety you're experiencing, navigate past challenges, and build deeper connections.
Internal Family Systems (IFS) Therapy
IFS Therapy is an expansive and transformative approach that invites you to explore the many layers of your inner world; the parts you have within.
In our sessions, I will work alongside you to gently uncover and understand your parts, creating space for you to connect your 'core calm self' and for new understandings about your present and past experiences to emerge.
In this way of working, I hold a deep respect for your inner wisdom. Exploring your inner world and expanding your sense of self allows you to uncover a more authentic, empowered version of who you already are and to touch upon clarity and peace.
Many people find that IFS sessions really make sense once they’ve experienced the process. If you’d like to know more, I’d be happy to talk you through what it's like to experience an IFS session.
You can also find out more here … https://internalfamilysystemstraining.co.uk/therapy/
My approach
I’m mindful that the world around us shapes our experiences, and I create space for you to explore the different intersections of your identity. My approach is queer and trans-affirmative. I am culturally aware, and my practice is grounded in kindness, compassion, and respect for all.
I also take a holistic approach - seeing and honouring the whole person. Considering both the body and the mind can be helpful for those whose bodies are a place of anxiety (for those experiencing change, physical illness, or low self-confidence, to name but a few).
I integrate relational, trauma-informed, and evidence-based practices into the way I work, as well as mindfulness, philosophy, creativity, somatic awareness, and neurolinguistics. Jungian concepts (like how we experience our dreams) also weave their way into my practice. I am deeply fascinated by archetypes, mythology, folklore, and our connections to land and place.
My work as both a therapist and a client has shown me the magic and power of paying attention to the present moment and how understanding who you are—and how you relate to the world—empowers you to make choices that lead to a more meaningful, connected, and fulfilling life.
Reaching out
I understand how important it is to feel at ease with your therapist and to be able to build a trusting relationship. For this reason, I offer a free 30-minute initial call where we can connect, talk about what you're looking for, and see if working together would be a good fit for you.
You are very welcome to contact me on 07983 344 856, by email, or through my website.
Sometimes, my replies may inadvertently go to your junk or spam folder. If you don't hear from me within 48 hours of reaching out, please check those folders to see if my reply is there!
Training, qualifications & experience
My path to becoming a therapist started in Bristol, where I studied for a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology and gained an understanding of the application of psychological science. I have since completed a Master's in Counselling and Psychotherapy at Keele University, focusing on theory and therapeutic skills, and I graduated with distinction.
As a member of the BACP, I am committed to best practice. I participate in regular supervision, take part in continued training, and work within the BACP's ethical framework. I am registered with the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) and have practice insurance.
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
Other areas of counselling I deal with
- Gender Identity and Expression
- Queer Identity and Experiences
- Homophobia, Transphobia, Bi-phobia
- Non-monogamy
Therapies offered
Fees
£65.00 - £80.00
Concessions offered for
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Further information
I welcome anyone looking for short or long-term sessions, whether you are arriving with a specific situation you’d like to talk through or are looking to better understand yourself or your identity.
We will work together in a structured way for as long as you need, with regular check-ins to keep us on the right path.
Drawing from more than 2500 hours of client work, I have experience supporting people navigating...
- anxiety, stress, panic attacks, social anxiety, health anxiety, work-related stress
- depression, feeling sad, burnout, loneliness, low self-esteem, low self-confidence, suicidal thoughts
- trauma, loss, grief or bereavement, major life transitions
- relationship difficulties, family issues, affairs, endings, and separation
- domestic abuse, sexual assault
- anger, dissociation, perfectionism
- neurodiversity, ADHD, Autism
- Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD), Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
- chronic illness, pain management
- non-monogamy, LGBTQ+ experiences (including gender dysphoria), feminism
- spirituality
