Laurie Falconer, BACP

Laurie Falconer is a psychotherapist and a registered member of the BACP, the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, who brings a thoughtful and person-centred approach to her work. She earned an MSc in Counselling and Psychotherapy with Distinction from the University of Strathclyde and has recently qualified as a clinical counselling supervisor, complementing her clinical practice with supervision skills.

Laurie balances her time between multiple counselling services, and she aims to be flexible with appointments. If suitable times do not appear in her diary, she encourages people to reach out so she can explore alternate options and, where possible, accommodate requests.

People seek counselling with Laurie for many reasons, including anxiety, low mood, stress, relationship difficulties, bereavement, low self-esteem, life transitions, and the effects of past experiences. Sometimes clients come with a specific issue to address, and at other times they notice a general sense that something feels off and want support making sense of it.

As a person-centred therapist, Laurie works from the belief that each person is the expert on their own life. She focuses on exploring a client’s experience, feelings, and values in a calm, nonjudgemental space and places the therapeutic relationship at the heart of change and self-understanding. Laurie is also studying Psychology with the Open University and remains committed to continuing professional development to keep her skills current.

For those considering counselling, Laurie welcomes enquiries and is happy to answer questions to help people decide whether to proceed with therapy.

Person-Centred Care and Evidence-Based Support Online

Laurie primarily works from a person-centred framework, which focuses on understanding each person's unique experience and supporting them to find their own solutions. This approach emphasises empathy, respect, and collaboration and is helpful for people coping with low mood, life transitions, relationship difficulties, and the emotional impact of past experiences.

She also integrates evidence-based therapeutic techniques into her practice, drawing on proven methods to address issues such as anxiety, stress, grief, and changes in self-esteem. These techniques are applied in a way that fits the individual, adapting to a client’s needs and goals rather than following a one-size-fits-all model.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic journey, and Laurie works collaboratively with each person to identify which methods best suit their preferences and objectives. Together they explore what feels most helpful, making adjustments as therapy progresses.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions can take place by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging, allowing clients to choose the format that suits their schedule and comfort level. For many people this range of options makes accessing a licensed professional and consistent therapeutic support easier and more manageable alongside daily commitments.