Counsellor profile
Laura Scotland, BACP
Counsellor - Stress and anxiety support
See online counselling options- Person centred approach
- Creative processing
- Grief and loss
About Laura
Counsellor Laura Scotland is registered with the BACP and has three years' experience. She works with stress, anxiety, family issues, grief, self-esteem and coping with life changes, and she offers support in other areas listed in her profile. Sessions are person-centred and make use of creative ways to process feelings.
Laura follows a person-centred creative approach. She lets people lead the sessions and brings practical ideas when helpful. These might include talking, mark making, movement and using metaphors to express thoughts and feelings.
She has worked with people managing grief and loss, and those experiencing trauma. She also supports people facing workplace pressures, social anxiety, and struggles with motivation or confidence. Attachment issues and aspects of neurodiversity such as autism and Asperger syndrome are also in her focus areas.
Sessions can look different depending on what someone needs. Laura will start by finding out what a person wants to work on. From there she suggests ways to explore feelings, whether through words or creative methods.
Her practice pays attention to practical concerns like everyday coping and making changes over time. She uses approaches that aim to help people notice patterns, try new ways of relating, and build small skills for day-to-day life.
Therapeutic approaches used in online counselling
Laura uses a person-centred creative approach that keeps the client in control of what is discussed. This approach focuses on listening and responding to what matters most to the person, and it suits people who prefer to direct their own sessions. She also brings creative methods into sessions, such as mark making, movement and using metaphors. These techniques give different ways to express feelings when words are hard to find and can help with grief, anxiety and processing life changes. Finding the right approach is part of the work. The counsellor will discuss options with the client and decide together what feels most helpful. That makes the process collaborative and adaptable to changing needs. Practical benefits of online counselling include fitting sessions around work or family commitments and avoiding travel time. If you prefer a shorter check-in or not being on camera, discuss this when booking. The profile does not list specific session formats, so confirm current options before you schedule a session. Registered or accredited professionals can offer a range of ways to meet, and Laura will talk through which format suits your goals and day-to-day routine.Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
3+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What issues does she usually help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, family problems, grief, self-esteem and coping with life changes. Additional areas include workplace issues, social anxiety and body image.
What style of counselling does she use?
She uses a person-centred creative approach. Sessions centre on what the client brings and may include talking, mark making or movement.
How much experience does she have?
She has three years of professional experience working with people on the concerns listed in her profile.
Which professional body is she registered with?
She is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, shown as BACP.
Can I work with her if I live outside the UK?
Sessions are available to international clients according to the profile. Sessions are offered in English.
What session formats are available?
The original biography does not list specific session formats. Please confirm current session options with the service 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 the process?
Select the See online counselling options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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