Laura Nelson, BACP

Laura Nelson is a UK-based therapist and a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP), which is the professional body for counsellors and psychotherapists in the United Kingdom. With five years of professional experience, she works with adults facing a wide range of concerns including stress, anxiety, relationship difficulties, parenting challenges, self-esteem and body image issues, ADHD, addiction, trauma and grief. She also supports people with intimacy-related and eating or sleeping difficulties, as well as those coping with bipolar disorder, depression and major life changes.

Laura brings a particular commitment to supporting carers and people affected by chronic health conditions and neurodiversity, drawing on both professional and personal insight. Her style is collaborative and strengths-focused, aiming to reduce the day-to-day impact of difficulties and to help clients build resources for longer-term wellbeing. She practices in an integrative way, selecting techniques from a range of therapeutic models to match what is most helpful for each person.

Taking the initial step toward change can feel daunting, and Laura offers steady, empathetic support throughout that process. She works alongside clients to explore their priorities, set practical goals and foster personal growth, helping them move toward a more fulfilling life.

Therapeutic approaches and online support

Laura Nelson commonly draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy alongside client-centered principles to tailor online work to each person. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) encourages acceptance of difficult thoughts and feelings while clarifying personal values and taking committed action - an approach that can help with stress, anxiety and coping with chronic health or neurodiverse challenges. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and adjusting unhelpful thinking patterns and behaviours, which can reduce symptoms of anxiety, depression and addictive behaviours. Client-centered therapy emphasizes empathic listening and a respectful, non-directive stance that helps people explore their own goals and build self-confidence.

Finding the right therapeutic approach is part of the process, and Laura will work collaboratively with each client to determine what fits best based on needs, goals and personal preferences. This collaborative assessment may combine elements from different models to create a personalised plan.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions can take place by video call, phone, live chat or text-based messaging to suit different lifestyles and comfort levels. These options make it easier for people to access consistent support around work, caregiving or mobility constraints, while allowing therapists and registered professionals to adapt pacing and tools to the format that works best for the individual.