About me
Welcome
Hi, I'm Louise, a Qualified Counsellor and former Paramedic. I understand that life can sometimes feel overwhelming, and I'm here to offer a calm, supportive space where you can explore what's happening without judgment.
I help people navigate life's challenges so they can improve their well-being, build resilience, and move forward with greater confidence.
Whether you're feeling anxious, burnt out, stuck, or simply not like yourself, you don't have to face it alone.
A space where you can simply be yourself
Many of the people I work with tell me they feel exhausted, overwhelmed, constantly worrying, or carrying experiences they've never had the opportunity to process. If that sounds familiar, you're not alone.
As an MBACP-registered counsellor, I offer confidential, compassionate support that is gentle, collaborative, and tailored to your individual needs. We work at your pace, exploring whatever feels important to you. You don't need to have all the answers or even know where to begin—we simply start wherever you are.
How I can help
I work with people experiencing:
- Anxiety, overthinking and constant worry
- Burnout, overwhelm and emotional exhaustion
- Low mood, feeling numb or disconnected
- Stress related to work, relationships or life transitions
- Trauma and difficult or unresolved experiences
- Low self-esteem and self-confidence
- Relationship difficulties
- Work-related stress
- Blue Light and NHS mental health challenges
- Feeling like you "should be coping better"
I also support clients through many of life's other challenges, providing a safe place to talk and be heard.
What our sessions are like
Sessions are designed to be calm, supportive and free from pressure.
You can expect:
- Remote sessions from the privacy and comfort of your own home
- Weekly or fortnightly appointments
- A confidential, non-judgemental space
- The freedom to share only what you're ready to share
- Support that moves at a pace that feels comfortable for you
Many clients tell me they leave sessions feeling lighter, clearer and more grounded—not because everything has suddenly been solved, but because they've had the opportunity to pause, reflect and make sense of what they're experiencing.
My approach
My work is grounded in Person-Centred Counselling and is informed by Transactional Analysis, Gestalt Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), and a trauma-informed approach.
This means:
- You set the pace.
- Your experiences are listened to with respect and empathy.
- We explore your thoughts and feelings gently rather than forcefully.
- There is no judgement or expectation.
- Therapy is tailored to what matters most to you.
Where appropriate, I also integrate grounding techniques, emotional regulation strategies and reflective exercises to support your wellbeing.
Practical information
Sessions: Remote
Availability: Weekdays and weekends
Fees: £50 per 50-minute session
Professional Registration: MBACP
Taking the first step
Reaching out for support isn't always easy, but you don't have to carry everything on your own.
If what you've read resonates with you, I'd be happy to arrange an initial 20-minute free telephone call, so we can explore whether working together feels like the right fit. There's no pressure and no obligation—just an opportunity to ask questions and see if counselling with me feels right for you.
Phone: 07738 704160
Website: https://coralsuncounselling.co.uk
Support is here whenever you're ready.
Training, qualifications & experience
- Specialist Advanced Diploma in Clinical Counselling Supervision
- Level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling.
- Advanced Certificate in CBT
- HCPC Registered Paramedic
- Experiencing working with adults and various presenting issues
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
Blue Light & NHS support
Alongside my general practice, I have a strong focus on supporting NHS and Blue Light professionals. Many people in these roles carry experiences that are intense, cumulative, and often unseen. You may be used to coping, pushing through, or being the one others rely on - but that doesn’t mean you don’t need support too.
In our work, you can talk openly about the impact of your role, the emotional load you carry, and the parts of the job that stay with you long after a shift ends. This is a space where you don’t have to be “the strong one”.
Therapies offered
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Fees
£50.00 per session
Concessions offered for
Additional information
Free initial online session
When I work
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Further information
Testimonies
"Get in Touch with Louise. There has been such a big improvement in my overall wellbeing".
I’ve been speaking to Louise for the past 7 weeks, and wow! There’s been SUCH a big improvement in my overall wellbeing. What I love is that she ‘gets’ the job, being a paramedic herself, so when I talk about things like lifting bags or carrying a patient out, she knows exactly what I mean.
Louise has taken so much of her time to really listen, not just to the trauma I’ve been through, but to everything that’s going on in my life. She’s introduced me to different models and ways of thinking that have genuinely helped reframe my thoughts and stop the spiral into catastrophising.
I’ve spoken to plenty of people over the years, but it’s just different when someone truly understands the kind of work we do, the things we see and how that affects us. The kind of stuff that might be “normal” to us would be totally shocking to someone outside of our world, so being able to talk to someone who already gets that means the support is actually relevant and helpful, and I’ve never felt judged.
So whether it’s work-related or things going on in your personal life, get in touch with Louise. I would highly recommend her and her passion to help.
LV
"Louise was there for me when I needed her the most".
I have found Louise very professional as a counsellor. Louise has helped me get through a very stressful time. She has helped me with the right mindset and gave me very professional advice. She was there for me when I needed her the most. I would recommend Louise.
Thank you, Louise. I’m so glad that I found you.
DG
"Thank you for the last 12 weeks".
Thanks Louise, and thank you for the last 12 weeks. Being able to talk through my issues has been very beneficial and has enabled me to realise that I cannot change an idyllic dream, but I can change the dynamics of our relationship to a more positive experience for myself by maintaining boundaries and retaining my self-worth.
Thank you again
TG
"You are the best Counsellor I have ever had"
I have seen many counsellors over the years, and you are the best counsellor I've ever had.
JB
"She was there for me when I needed her the most"
I have found Louise to be very professional as a counsellor. Louise has helped me get through a very stressful time. She has helped me with the right mindset and given me very professional advice. She was there for me when I needed her the most. I would recommend Louise.
Thank you, Louise. I’m so glad that I found you. DG
