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I offer face to face, online and telephone counselling. Mon-Fri (including early morning and late evening appointments by arrangement). 

I aim to respond to all inquiries as promptly as possible but please be aware that if you are contacting me via email sometimes emails can end up in your spam folder, so it may be worth checking there if you don't hear back from me straight away.

Hi and welcome! I'm Laura, a qualified counsellor. I understand that coming to counselling for the first time can feel daunting so I aim to provide a warm, friendly, welcoming, non judgmental and confidential space. I am passionate about counselling, believing that you are the expert in your own life. I won't tell you what to do but I will listen with compassion, curiosity, and empathy, helping you feel heard and understood. I will work collaboratively with you helping you to make sense of what it is you are experiencing and begin to understand yourself more deeply. Together we will explore what is happening and what you need.

I work with adults, young people and children who may be experiencing a range of difficulties including low mood, anxiety, stress, self esteem, relationship difficulties, life changes  and feeling overwhelmed. 

My approach is person centred, integrative and creative. I want to provide a space where you feel comfortable being yourself and expressing yourself freely. I do not believe a one size fits all in counselling so I will tailor my approach to you as an individual. Together we can explore your thoughts, feelings and relationships at a pace that feels comfortable for you. 

I understand how important it is to find a therapist who is the right fit for you so I offer a free no-obligation 15 minute chat where we can discuss what therapy looks like to you and how we can work together. If you do decide to work with me, sessions are 50 minutes long and conducted online, via telephone or in-person. 

During your first session I will listen carefully to what your short and long term goals are. I will ask some gentle background questions to better understand your experiences. I will explain the duration and length of sessions and what you can expect from me, including my professional membership, confidentiality and our therapy agreement.