Laura Steele
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About me
I’m Laura, a BACP-registered therapist and supervisor offering Internal Family Systems therapy online to adults across the UK and internationally.
Perhaps you're feeling pulled in different directions within yourself. Maybe a part of you worries, criticises, or carries pain, while another longs for rest, connection, or calm.
I offer a warm, non-judgemental space where all parts of you are welcome. Sessions are thoughtful and relational.
Understanding Internal Family Systems
Internal Family Systems, or IFS, is an evidence-based form of psychotherapy that understands us as having different 'parts', each with its own feelings, roles, and intentions. Alongside these parts, IFS recognises a core 'self' where qualities like clarity and compassion can be accessed.
In sessions, we will focus on what is present for you in the moment, whether that is anxiety, self-criticism, confusion, or something harder to name. Rather than analysing or trying to fix it, we turn towards it.
We might notice where a reaction shows up in your body, what you're feeling, or perhaps how past stories or patterns are around for you. The work is paced carefully and collaboratively, allowing understanding to unfold naturally.
Over time, many people find they feel less at war with themselves and more able to respond to what they feel with steadiness and care.
Who I Work With
Many people come to therapy when life is shifting, or something inside feels unsettled. Some are reflective and curious, wanting space to notice their thoughts, feelings, and body. You can come as you are, even if you do not yet have the words.
About Me
I am trauma-informed, culturally aware, LGBTQIA affirmative, and supportive of neurodiversity. My work is informed by IFS Level 2 training, years of experience in person-centred therapy, and an understanding of the mind-body connection.
For those drawn to it, themes of legacy, the world around us, philosophy, dreams, folklore, or connection to land and place can gently weave into our work in ways that feel meaningful to you.
Next Steps
If this resonates with you, you are welcome to arrange a free 30-minute initial call. Reaching out can take courage, and you will be welcomed just as you are.
Training, qualifications & experience
- BSc Psychology, UWE Bristol
- MSc Counselling & Psychotherapy (Person-Centred Therapy), Keele University - Distinction
- Internal Family Systems (IFS) Level 1, IFS Institute UK (IFS Therapist)
- Internal Family Systems (IFS) Level 2 Deepening and Expanding, IFS Institute UK
I am a BACP member, committed to best practice, regular supervision, and ongoing professional development, working within the BACP ethical framework. I am also registered with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) and hold professional 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
Therapies offered
Fees
£70.00 - £80.00
Concessions offered for
Additional information
I offer some reduced-fee spaces. Please get in touch if this would be helpful for you.
When I work
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Further information
Drawing from thousands of hours of client work, I have worked with people navigating depression, loneliness, burnout, feeling sad, anxiety, health anxiety, stress, mental health support, grief or bereavement, panic attacks, obsessive-compulsive (OCD) patterns, trauma and post-traumatic stress (PTSD) patterns, relationship difficulties, family issues, attachment-related difficulties, low self-esteem, low self-confidence, perfectionism, ADHD or Autism, neurodiversity, spirituality, LGBTQ+ and queer experiences, to name a few.
Testimonials
"Working with Laura has been a real gift. Laura helped me make important realisations and shifts in my life. She helped me be brave and who I am."
"Laura's support helped me at a critical time in dealing with my mental health. Her therapy style is empowering; offering a safe space and support whilst also allowing me to explore feelings, thoughts and ideas most impacting me. Her holistic, empathetic and supportive approach has given me lots of tools for thriving long term."
