Laura Bourne, BACP, NCPS

Laura Bourne is a qualified counsellor practising in the United Kingdom who initially trained in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and now integrates multiple therapeutic models to suit each client's needs.

She offers compassionate, non-judgmental support to both young people and adults, working with concerns such as anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, relationship difficulties, and grief and loss. Laura emphasises a personalised approach because she believes people are shaped by unique life experiences and that therapy is most effective when it fits the individual rather than forcing a single method.

As a trauma-informed practitioner, she works with an awareness of how traumatic experiences affect the body and mind, supporting healing at a pace that feels manageable for the client. Laura brings professional insight alongside genuine empathy to help clients move toward positive change.

She holds BACP and NCPS credentials, which indicate recognised professional training and membership of counselling organisations. Reaching out for support is framed as a courageous step, and Laura aims to create a supportive space for clients as they begin that process.

Therapeutic approaches and online support

Laura draws on Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) to help clients identify and change unhelpful thinking and behaviour patterns; this approach is practical and often used for anxiety, depression, and stress-related concerns.

She also uses Attachment-Based Therapy to explore how early relationships shape current emotional responses and relationship patterns, which can be helpful for issues around intimacy, abandonment, and long-standing relational difficulties.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process and Laura works collaboratively with each client to determine what fits best. Together they consider the client's goals, history, and preferences and adjust the approach as therapy progresses.

Online therapy with Laura is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, providing flexibility for people with busy schedules or mobility limitations. These options make it easier to access consistent support from licensed professionals and allow sessions to fit around daily life while maintaining the therapeutic focus needed for meaningful progress.