Lauren Heard
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About me
Hello, I'm Lauren, a qualified counsellor dedicated to helping people navigate life’s challenges with empathy and understanding. I understand that reaching out for support can feel overwhelming, and I’m here to provide a safe, non-judgmental space for you to explore whatever you’re going through.
How I Work
I believe in creating a warm, supportive environment where you feel comfortable expressing yourself openly. Together, we can explore your thoughts, feelings, and experiences in a way that feels right for you. Whether you’re facing anxiety, loss, relationship issues, or personal growth challenges, I’m here to support you with care and respect.
My Approach
I take an integrative approach to therapy, drawing from a variety of techniques, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Transactional Analysis. CBT helps us identify and change unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors, empowering you to develop healthier coping strategies. Transactional Analysis allows us to understand your interactions and relationships, exploring how past experiences influence present behaviour. Together, these methods enable us to tailor each session to your unique needs, giving you the tools and insights that can empower you to make positive changes in your life.
Who I Work With
I work with adults, teenagers and children from all walks of life who may be experiencing stress, grief, relationship issues, work-related concerns, or life transitions. I understand how demanding environments and day-to-day pressures can impact mental health, and I am here to support you as you navigate these challenges.
Why Choose Counselling?
Starting counselling can feel like a big step, especially if you’re feeling uncertain or overwhelmed. Many clients I work with find that having a compassionate space for self-reflection helps them gain clarity, resilience, and a deeper understanding of themselves.
Practical Details
Sessions are held in a Rawreth or online.
I offer flexible scheduling to fit around your commitments.
Initial consultations are available to discuss how we might work together.
If you’re ready to start this journey or simply want to learn more, please feel free to reach out. Together, we can explore ways to help you move forward, build resilience, and find renewed purpose.
Training, qualifications & experience
Level 5 Higher Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling
Advanced Level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Services
- Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling, Unit 1, 75 Hours, Therapeutic Perspectives – VCTS
- Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling, Unit 2, 100 Hours, Cognitive Behaviour Theory - VCTS
- Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling, 250 Hours and 100 hours supervised counselling placement
- Level 5 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling
- Certificate in Counselling Supervision
BSC Hons Construction Management (I have 12 years experience within the construction industry and understand the pressure which can be associated with this industry)
Training Courses
- Transactional Analysis and Inner Child
- Trauma
- Online and telephone counselling foundation course
- Safeguarding
I am a Registered Member of the British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP)
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.
Areas of counselling I deal with
Therapies offered
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Fees
£55.00 per session
Free initial telephone session
Concessions offered for
Additional information
£50 per session.
When I work
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Monday - 10am - 6pm
Wednesday - 9.30am - 1pm
Thursday - 1pm - 5pm
Friday - 9.30am - 5pm
Further information
I also work via telephone and online using Zoom for those who may prefer this to face-to-face therapy.
