FAQ

What is counselling?

Counselling is a form of talking therapy that offers a safe, confidential space to explore your thoughts, feelings, and experiences with a trained professional. It can help you make sense of what’s happening in your life, understand yourself more deeply, and find new ways to cope or move forward. Unlike conversations with friends or family, counselling provides a neutral, supportive relationship focused entirely on you. It’s not about advice or judgement — but about helping you gain clarity, build resilience, and rediscover balance.

Many people seek counselling for anxiety, stress, low mood, relationship issues, grief, or times of change. Others come simply because they feel stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure of who they are. Whatever brings you here, counselling can help you find greater self-awareness and emotional wellbeing. Laura offers private counselling in Dunmow, both in-person and online, providing a calm and compassionate environment where you can talk freely and be heard.

The Person-Centred Approach

Laura’s work is based on the person-centred approach, a model of counselling developed by psychologist Carl Rogers. This approach believes that everyone has the potential to grow, heal, and find their own answers when offered empathy, understanding, and genuine acceptance. In person-centred therapy, the counsellor’s role is not to direct or diagnose, but to listen deeply and walk alongside you as you explore your experiences at your own pace.

In her counselling practice in Dunmow, Laura provides a warm, non-judgemental space built on trust and respect. She offers empathy, authenticity, and unconditional positive regard, the key conditions that allow clients to feel valued and understood. From this foundation, many people find that self-acceptance, confidence, and change emerge naturally over time.

Integrative and Flexible

While her core training is in the person-centred approach, Laura works integratively, meaning she also draws on techniques from other therapeutic models, such as cognitive and mindfulness-based therapies, when they may be helpful. This flexible style allows her to adapt each session to your needs, whether you’re seeking support for anxiety, loss, low self-esteem, or personal growth.

Laura offers private counselling in Dunmow and online for adults looking for a compassionate, down-to-earth space to talk. Her goal is to help you feel more connected to yourself, more confident in your choices, and more at ease in your everyday life.

Who can benefit?

Anyone facing emotional or mental challenges. My approach is relevant to those looking to maintaining a positive state of mind as much as it is to those dealing with a trauma or working through a difficult time.

How long does a session last?

Sessions typically last about 50 minutes each.

Is counselling confidential?

Yes, you can be assured of absolute confidentiality, this is a key tenant of my contract with you.

How do I book?

Use the "Get In Touch" form at the bottom of the page.

What are the fees for sessions?

Fees vary but as a guideline expect to pay around £85 per hour.