- Stress and anxiety help
- Workplace and career focus
- Trauma and relationship care
About Laura
Laura Ferguson helps people who are struggling with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and family problems, low self-esteem, workplace strain and issues around intimacy. She also offers support for trauma and abuse, LGBT-related concerns, anger and compassion fatigue. Laura presents herself as someone who will stand alongside a person taking the first steps towards change.
She works from the assumption that each person knows their own story best. Her style focuses on listening carefully and helping people notice strengths they may not yet see. Sessions aim to be practical and grounded, so people leave with ideas they can try between meetings.
Laura draws on a mix of approaches to suit different needs. She uses client-centred ways of working to make space for a person's experience, cognitive behavioural techniques to tackle unhelpful thinking and behaviours, and motivational interviewing to build readiness for change. She also integrates psychodynamic ideas to look at patterns that repeat over time.
Across eight years of professional work she has supported people in private practice, in charities and in custodial settings. Her background means she is used to working with practical life issues as well as deeper emotional themes. People can expect a calm, straightforward approach that focuses on real-life goals.
Sessions are conducted in English and are offered from the United Kingdom. Laura holds NCPS credentials as an Accredited Member (MNCPS Accred), which is listed here as provided in her profile.
How Laura uses different approaches in online therapy
Client-centred work is about making space for the person's experience and following what matters most to them; it helps when someone needs to feel heard and understood before making changes. Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and experimenting with different behaviours, which can be useful for anxiety, low mood and workplace stress. Motivational interviewing helps people explore mixed feelings and build the motivation to try new ways of coping.Choosing the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will check in about your goals, what has or hasn't worked before, and your preferences, then suggest methods to try. This is a collaborative process and can change over time as needs shift.
Practical benefits of online therapy include fitting sessions around work, making it easier to attend when time is limited, and using shorter check-ins when people need brief support. The specific session formats available are not stated here, so confirm current options before booking. The focus is on helping therapy fit into everyday life so people can use what they learn between sessions.
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Experience
8+ years
Credentials
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does this counsellor help with?
Common concerns include stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and family problems, low self-esteem, workplace issues, trauma and LGBT-related worries.
How would you describe the therapeutic style?
Sessions are person-centred and practical, with a focus on listening, building on strengths and trying simple steps between meetings.
What is the therapist's background and experience?
She has eight years of professional experience working in private practice, charities and custodial settings.
What credentials and location are listed for this therapist?
Laura is listed as NCPS Therapist - Accredited Member (MNCPS Accred) and is based in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people from other countries work with this counsellor?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions charged and paid for?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin if I want to work with her?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.