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Laura Bratley, BACP

Laura Bratley uses a client-centred approach to help people untangle stress, anxiety and relationship difficulties.

Stress, Anxiety
Relationship issues
Grief
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About Laura

Laura Bratley uses a client-centred approach to help people untangle stress, anxiety and relationship difficulties. She is a BACP counsellor with three years of professional experience in the United Kingdom. Her style is calm and practical and aimed at people who want clear support and steady progress.

She helps people talk through grief and loss, and works on self-esteem and confidence. Laura also supports those coping with life changes, workplace challenges and panic attacks.

Background and approach

Sessions focus on what matters most now and on small, manageable steps forward. Her practice draws on cognitive behavioural therapy to spot unhelpful thinking patterns and try different ways of responding. She also uses elements of dialectical behaviour therapy for emotion regulation and practical coping skills.

The emphasis is always on methods the person finds useful and easy to use in daily life. In sessions Laura aims to build a non-judgemental space where thoughts and feelings can be shared openly. She encourages honest conversation and practical problem solving.

Together the client and the counsellor set goals and review progress in ways that feel realistic. People choose to work with her when they want both empathy and structure. She offers a straightforward process to get started and explains what to expect at the first meeting.

The focus remains on helping each person find clearer footing and more confidence over time.

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Registration

Body	Registration number	Expires
BACP	407836	December 2026

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Sessions and payment

Sessions are held online through our partner platform, by video, phone or messaging depending on the counsellor.

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Focus areas and approaches

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Ways of working Laura names

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How these approaches work online

Client-Centred Therapy focuses on listening, empathy and supporting the person to find their own solutions. Online sessions using this approach give space to talk through feelings and priorities at the person's pace.

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy or CBT looks at the links between thoughts, feelings and actions and teaches practical techniques to change unhelpful patterns. In online work CBT is often used to set simple tasks between sessions and to practise new skills in everyday situations.

Dialectical Behaviour Therapy or DBT offers tools for managing intense emotions and improving communication. Elements of DBT can be used in sessions to teach breathing, grounding and distress tolerance exercises that can be tried between appointments.

Choosing the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will discuss goals, symptoms and preferences and then suggest ways forward. This is a collaborative process and changes can be made as therapy progresses.

Online therapy here is offered by registered or accredited professionals using video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text-based messaging. Video calls allow fuller conversation and visual contact, phone sessions can suit people with less bandwidth, and messaging is useful for short check-ins or when writing feels easier. These options make therapy more flexible and easier to fit around work, childcare and daily life.

Frequently asked

What concerns does Laura commonly help with?

She helps with stress and anxiety, relationship worries, grief, self-esteem and coping with life changes. Additional areas include panic attacks, post-traumatic stress, workplace issues and social anxiety.

What is her therapeutic style like?

Her approach is client-centred with practical elements from CBT and DBT. Sessions are calm, straightforward and focused on real-life coping skills.

How much experience does she have?

She has three years of professional experience working in the United Kingdom. That experience informs a practical, step-by-step way of working.

What professional credential does she hold and where is she based?

She is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy - BACP. Her practice is based in the United Kingdom.

Which languages are sessions offered in?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can international clients work with her?

International clients are not currently accepted; sessions are offered to people within the United Kingdom.

What session formats are available?

She offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging. Different formats suit different needs, such as a quick text check-in or a longer video session.

How do costs and starting therapy work?

Costs vary with location and therapist availability and use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time. To begin, select the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire and schedule according to availability.