Hi. I’m Laura and I am a qualified counsellor based in the UK.
I am a CBT qualified therapist and have worked within coaching and counselling for the past 6 years.
My main experience is working with young adults, adults and adults with Autism, ADHD and other neurodiversity. I have dealt with a wide range of concerns including (but not limited to) stress, anxiety & depression, LGBTQIA related issues, family conflicts, self-harm, suicidal thoughts as well as trauma and abuse.
You can expect to be greeted with a warm, welcoming and relaxed therapy style. Therapy is a very personal experience, and it’s important you find a therapist that is right for you!
I believe that you are the expert of your life and that we all have many strengths that will assist us in overcoming challenges. I help support you in realising your strengths and potential.
Reaching out takes courage and shows you already have the ability to make positive change! I am here to support you in that process.
I look forward to working with you!
Additional areas of focus: Relationship issues, Family conflicts, Grief, Intimacy-related issues, Sleeping disorders, Anger management, Coping with life changes, ADHD, Abandonment, Attachment issues, Autism and Asperger Syndrome, Avoidant personality, Blended family issues, Body image, Chronic pain, illness, and disability, Codependency, Dependent personality, Dissociation, Domestic violence, Emptiness, Family of origin issues, Family problems, Forgiveness, Gender dysphoria, Guilt and shame, Impulsivity, Intellectual disability, Isolation / loneliness, Jealousy, Life purpose, Money and financial issues, Mood disorders, Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Phobias, Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships, Postpartum depression, Post-traumatic stress, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Self-harm, Self-love, Sexual assault and abuse, Sexuality, Social anxiety and phobia, Women's issues, Workplace issues, Young adult issues
Clinical approaches: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Jungian Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy
BACP Therapist - Registered Member MBACP #397146
NCPS Therapist - Accredited Member (MNCPS Accred) #NCS23-02659
These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Laura Bourne. We don't pay anyone to provide their review and they are all made voluntarily. Some people's experience receiving therapy with BetterHelp might be different.
After many years of struggling with different difficult traumas, I have finally found my own voice, and been able to heal so much. I am able to step out of the toxic relationships, and see them in a different perspective, while stepping into the person I want to be for my children. Having this safe space with Laura has really helped me learn about my own boundaries, and hopes and dreams. And also how to take the first steps towards this future.
Written on Nov 04, 2024 after therapy with Laura for 1 year and 9 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, coping with life changes, coaching, and adhd
Laura is amazing
Written on Aug 08, 2024 after therapy with Laura for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, and self esteem
I truly feel like I am entering a safe space every week when we meet. I am able to voice my troubles and concerns and they are met with compassion and understanding every time. I honestly don't think I would have been able to make this much progress if it weren't for Laura's guidance.
Written on Jul 19, 2024 after therapy with Laura for 1 year and 6 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Outstanding therapist
Written on Apr 24, 2024 after therapy with Laura for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, and anger management
I've never had therapy before, so I was apprehensive and didn't know what to expect.
I was matched with Laura, and right from the start I was made to feel at ease.
I don't tend to freely open up with my feelings, but I felt that I was soon able to with Laura.
Even after just the 1st session, I felt like something had been lifted from me.
4 sessions later and I now feel like I've let out so much and feel so much better about things.
I would definitely recommend Laura, her professionalism and care through these personal matters makes all the difference.
Thank you.
Written on Mar 26, 2024 after therapy with Laura for 3 weeks on issues concerning family conflicts, grief, sleeping disorders, and anger management
Thoughtful, understanding, insightful. An invaluable guide on my journey of self-improvement
Written on Jan 18, 2024 after therapy with Laura for 1 year on issues concerning stress, anxiety, parenting issues, career difficulties, and adhd