Laura Nelson , BACP

Laura Nelson is a UK-based therapist and a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP), bringing five years of professional experience supporting people with a wide range of mental health and wellbeing concerns. She works with stress and anxiety, relationship and parenting difficulties, self-esteem challenges, ADHD, addictions, LGBT issues, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related concerns, eating and sleeping problems, anger, career questions, bipolar and depression, and coping with life changes.

Laura also has a particular interest in supporting people and carers affected by chronic health conditions and neurodiversity, drawing on personal experience to inform a compassionate, informed approach. She takes an integrative stance in her work, selecting techniques from different therapies to suit each person’s situation and what is likely to be most effective.

Clients can expect a partnership-oriented style that focuses on reducing the impact of the difficulties they face while promoting personal growth and resilience. Laura emphasizes practical, achievable steps alongside reflective work, and supports people through the courageous first steps toward a more fulfilling life.

Therapeutic approaches and online support

Laura uses a mix of evidence-informed approaches tailored to each person. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and adjusting unhelpful thinking patterns and behaviors, and is often used for anxiety, depression, stress, and sleep or eating difficulties. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) encourages noticing thoughts and feelings without getting overwhelmed by them while clarifying values and committed action, which can be helpful for managing anxiety, chronic health conditions, and life transitions. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes an empathetic, non-judgmental relationship in which the therapist provides support and reflection so clients can explore their own solutions and build self-trust.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Laura collaborates with each person to assess their needs, goals, and preferences and then blends techniques from different modalities to create a personalised plan. This collaborative process helps identify what feels most useful for the individual at each stage.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions can take place by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging to suit different schedules and comfort levels. Working remotely makes it easier to access licensed professionals from home or work, reduces travel time, and allows continuity of care when life circumstances change.