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Laura Steele

Laura Steele, BACP

United Kingdom

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BACP counsellor - Stress and relationship concerns

  • Stress and anxiety
  • Relationship issues
  • Self esteem

About Laura

Laura Steele is a BACP counsellor practising in the United Kingdom with five years of professional experience. She works with people dealing with stress, anxiety, LGBT issues, relationship concerns, self-esteem, and coping with life changes. Laura focuses on practical steps people can take to feel steadier day to day.

Her approach is straightforward and person-centred. Sessions focus on talking through what is happening now, identifying patterns that cause distress, and trying small changes that can make daily life easier. She pays attention to attachment issues and communication problems when they affect relationships and confidence.

Laura also has experience supporting people with autism and Asperger syndrome, body image concerns, chronic illness and pain, and blended family issues. She is familiar with discussions around gender dysphoria, BDSM and alternative sex culture, and the effects of divorce or separation on wellbeing. These topics are handled directly and without judgement.

In practical terms she helps clients build coping strategies, practise clearer communication, and set manageable goals. Sessions can include exploring feelings, rehearsing conversations, and planning next steps for changes outside therapy. The emphasis is on clear, doable work rather than lengthy theory.

People who choose Laura often want an accessible, down-to-earth counsellor who will help them sort out immediate problems and make steady progress. To begin, clients use the service's matching process to arrange a first session and talk through what they want to achieve.

Therapeutic approaches and working online

Laura describes her work as evidence-based and practical. One common approach is person-centred conversation where the counsellor listens and helps the client clarify what matters most. This method is useful for stress, self-esteem and relationship concerns because it focuses on the client’s priorities and immediate goals.

Another frequently used method involves identifying unhelpful patterns and rehearsing alternatives in session. This approach helps when anxiety, attachment issues, or communication problems keep repeating in everyday life. It involves noticing triggers, trying new responses, and reviewing what worked afterwards.

Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the process. The counsellor will work collaboratively to choose techniques that fit the client’s needs, goals and preferences. That may mean adjusting the focus as therapy progresses and checking in on what is helping.

The biography does not list specific online session formats, so confirm current options before booking. In general, online work can make it easier to fit sessions into busy schedules, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and remove travel time. Registered and accredited professionals can use these advantages to help clients maintain steady progress alongside daily responsibilities.

Areas of expertise

Additional focus areas

Attachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureBlended family issuesBody imageChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCodependencyCommunication problemsCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameImmigration issuesInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMoney and financial issuesPanic disorder and panic attacksPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPrejudice and discriminationSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSexual assault and abuseSexualityWomen's issues

Experience

5+ years

Listed in

United Kingdom

Languages

English

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of problems does she help with?

She helps with stress, anxiety, LGBT issues, relationship concerns, self-esteem, and coping with life changes, plus a broader list of related topics.

What is her therapeutic style?

Her style is person-centred and practical, focusing on talking through current problems, identifying patterns, and trying small changes that fit everyday life.

How much experience does she have?

She has five years of professional experience working with a range of concerns including attachment issues and communication problems.

What are her credentials and where is she based?

She is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and practises in the United Kingdom.

Can sessions be conducted in languages other than English?

Sessions are offered in English.

What session formats are available?

The original biography does not list specific session formats; please confirm current session options before booking.

How much do sessions cost?

Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.

How do I begin working with her?

Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and then schedule a first session.

Online talk therapy is for adults and is not emergency care, mediation or legal advice. If you or a child are in danger, use the emergency numbers. Find someone else by name.

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