- Calm steady style
- Values focused
- Mindfulness based
About Laidley
Laidley Poulton is an ACA counsellor who creates a calm, structured space for people to talk about what’s on their mind. He focuses on both the immediate worries and the longer patterns that shape how people cope with stress and change. He writes from personal experience with mental health and uses that to bring steadiness to sessions.
Laidley keeps sessions straightforward and practical. He helps people slow down, notice what matters, and learn small skills that make daily life easier. Conversations are honest and grounded rather than full of jargon.
He often supports work around anxiety, depression, grief and major life changes. He also helps with stress, parenting pressures, self-esteem, anger and career concerns. Laidley pays attention to relationship issues such as communication problems, jealousy and separation, and to attachment and abandonment themes.
His approach draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, client-centred work and mindfulness practices. That means sessions may include values-based planning, noticing inner experiences without getting overwhelmed, and a focus on what you want life to look like.
People who prefer a calm, steady style tend to find his way of working helpful. He aims to make the process clear and manageable. If you want a practical, compassionate space to sort through money worries, life direction or emotional strain, he can help you take the next step.
How his approaches translate to online work
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify what matters to them and take small actions that match those values. It is useful for worry, life transitions and feeling stuck. Client-Centred Therapy focuses on listening without judgement and letting people set the pace and topics. It supports those who need a steady, understanding space to talk. Mindfulness Therapy teaches simple ways to notice thoughts and feelings so they become less overwhelming and easier to manage.Finding the right approach is part of the process. He will work with you to decide which ideas to use based on your needs, goals and preferences. That decision is collaborative and can change as you learn what helps most.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so please confirm current options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, reduce travel time and allow shorter check-ins when life is hectic. They can also let people choose quieter times of day, or use phone-only sessions if video is difficult. Discuss with him what will suit your routine and energy levels.
Areas of focus
Frequently asked questions
What issues does he commonly help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, grief and coping with life changes, plus concerns like parenting strain, self-esteem, career questions and relationship communication problems.
What is his therapeutic style like?
His style is calm and straightforward, with an emphasis on slowing down, noticing patterns and building practical skills that fit daily life.
How much experience does he have?
He has five years of clinical experience supporting people through a range of emotional and life issues.
What credentials and location are listed?
He is listed with the Australian Counselling Association, shown as ACA, and practices in Australia.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with him?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are sessions organised and paid for?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I start therapy with him?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.