Counsellor profile
Laura Fontanet, BACP
Counsellor - anxiety and trauma
See online counselling options- Person-centred approach
- Attachment-informed work
- CBT methods
About Laura
Counsellor and psychotherapist Laura Fontanet is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP). She has five years' experience working with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, depression, relationship and intimacy-related issues, and other concerns listed on her profile. Laura offers sessions in English, Spanish, Catalan and Italian.
Laura uses a person-centred approach as her main way of working. She aims to listen without judgement and to reflect what comes up in sessions. This helps people make sense of difficult feelings and consider small changes that feel manageable.
She also draws on attachment ideas and cognitive behavioural methods when they are useful. That can mean looking at patterns in close relationships or noticing thoughts and behaviours that keep problems going. Sessions may include practical exercises or experiments between meetings when appropriate.
Laura has worked with people dealing with grief, addiction, parenting strain, work and career concerns, and conditions such as bipolar and ADHD as listed. She also supports those affected by abuse, domestic violence, dissociation and complex relationship patterns including codependency and attachment difficulties.
The profile describes a multicultural outlook and language options that can help people who prefer to speak in Spanish, Catalan or Italian. To book, follow the directory steps to complete the short matching questionnaire and arrange a first session.
How her approaches work in online counselling
Laura works mainly from a person-centred perspective, which means the therapist listens closely and reflects back what the client says to help them gain clarity. This approach can suit people who want a space to talk things through and feel understood.She also uses attachment-based ideas to look at patterns in close relationships and how early connections affect current feelings. That can be useful for relationship worries, codependency and intimacy-related concerns. Cognitive behavioural methods are used to spot unhelpful thoughts and habits and to try practical changes that reduce symptoms like anxiety or low mood.
Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the work together. The counsellor will discuss goals and preferences and decide with the client which methods to draw on. This is a collaborative process that can change as needs evolve.
The therapist's original profile does not specify which online session formats she offers. Please confirm current session options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit counselling around work or family commitments, reduce travel time and allow shorter check-ins when needed.
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Experience
5+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English, Spanish, Catalan, Italian
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she help with most often?
She regularly works with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, relationship and intimacy-related issues, and coping with life changes.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
Her main approach is person-centred therapy, which focuses on listening and reflecting. She also uses attachment ideas and cognitive behavioural techniques when they are helpful.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has five years of experience working in counselling and psychotherapy.
Which professional body is she registered with and where is she based?
She is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and practises in the United Kingdom.
Can I have sessions in a language other than English?
Sessions are offered in English, Spanish, Catalan and Italian.
What session formats does she offer?
The original profile does not list specific session formats. Please confirm current session options before booking.
How are sessions charged?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I start a first appointment?
Select the See online counselling options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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