- Strengths focused
- Practical steps
- Ten years' experience
About Laura
Laura Disley is a counsellor based in the United Kingdom who helps people facing stress, anxiety, relationship difficulties, grief and loss, and a range of other life challenges. She works with people dealing with addictions, low self‑esteem, parenting strain, and the emotional impact of illness and ageing. Laura holds BACP accreditation, and she draws on ten years of experience to support clients through change.
In sessions she treats the client as the expert of their own life and focuses on strengths the person already has. Conversations are practical and grounded. She encourages small, achievable steps rather than large, sudden changes.
Her approach combines client‑centred listening with practical, goal‑focused methods. She uses elements of solution‑focused work to help people clarify what they want to be different and motivational interviewing to support readiness for change. Mindfulness techniques are used to help with stress and grounding during difficult moments.
Laura also draws on existential ideas to help people examine values, meaning and life direction when coping with major transitions. This can be helpful for those facing career shifts, the ending of relationships, or questions about identity and purpose.
People who choose to work with Laura typically find a calm, straightforward style. She aims to make sessions feel manageable and to help people build steady momentum towards their goals. If you are unsure whether this approach fits, she recommends a short initial conversation to see how she can help.
How her approaches translate to online counselling
Laura uses client‑centred work to create a respectful space where the person's concerns come first. This approach focuses on listening, reflecting and following the client’s lead to help them make sense of difficult feelings and choices.She also uses solution‑focused techniques that concentrate on practical goals and small steps. These methods are useful for people who want clear actions and short‑term progress on issues like stress, sleep or relationship patterns.
Finding the right approach is part of the work together. Laura will talk with each person about their needs, preferences and goals, and then suggest ways of working that fit. That decision is collaborative and can be adjusted as therapy progresses.
If you are considering counselling online, check which session types the therapist currently offers before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions around work, reduce travel time, and allow follow‑ups that keep momentum between in‑person appointments. It can also make shorter check‑ins and focused goal work more practical for busy schedules.
Areas of focus
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she help with?
She supports people with stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma, grief, depression and addictions among other concerns listed in her profile.
What is her therapeutic style like?
Her style is client‑centred and straightforward, combining listening with practical steps and goal‑focused conversation.
How long has she practised?
She has ten years of professional experience working with people on a wide range of emotional and practical issues.
What credential does she hold and where is she based?
She is listed with the BACP and practises in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English and she accepts international clients.
What session formats are available?
The original profile does not list specific session formats, so confirm current session options before booking.
How does pricing work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and 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 a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to the therapist's availability.