Louise Smith, BACP

Louise Smith is a UK-based qualified counsellor and a registered member of the BACP - the British Association of Counsellors and Psychotherapists. With three years of professional experience, she works with people facing stress, anxiety, relationship difficulties, grief and loss, and challenges related to anger.

She believes that each person knows their own story best and that every individual carries strengths that can be used to move through difficult times. Her approach focuses on helping clients make sense of their feelings and build practical coping skills so they can navigate current challenges and pursue a more fulfilling life.

Louise aims to create a supportive environment where taking the first step into therapy is met with understanding and encouragement. She offers guidance rooted in respect for the client’s perspective and a commitment to helping clients develop tools for change and ongoing wellbeing.

Therapeutic Approaches Delivered Remotely

Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes listening and empathy to help clients explore their own thoughts and feelings. This approach supports personal insight and is often used for relationship issues, self-esteem concerns, and coping with life changes.

Mindfulness Therapy focuses on moment-to-moment awareness and gentle attention to thoughts and sensations. It can help reduce reactivity to stress and support people dealing with anxiety, low mood, and overwhelming emotions.

Solution-Focused Therapy is a short-term, goal-oriented method that highlights strengths and practical steps toward change. It suits clients seeking clear goals and forward momentum for problems such as stress, communication difficulties, or career-related concerns.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Louise works collaboratively with each person to identify which methods align with their needs, goals, and preferences. Licensed professionals and therapists commonly adapt these approaches for online work so the process remains collaborative and client-centered.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions are available by video calls, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging - making it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule and access support from different locations. These options allow clients to choose the format that best suits their comfort and daily life.