Laurie Falconer, BACP

Laurie Falconer offers gentle, practical support for people feeling overwhelmed by stress, anxiety, grief, low mood, or life changes. She welcomes those struggling with self-esteem, relationship concerns, parenting strain, addiction, anger, career questions, ADHD, eating difficulties, trauma or compassion fatigue. Laurie writes plainly and listens without judgement to help people find a way forward at a pace that suits them.

Laurie is a psychotherapist and a registered member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, BACP. She holds an MSc in Counselling and Psychotherapy with Distinction from the University of Strathclyde and has recently qualified as a clinical counselling supervisor. She is also studying Psychology with the Open University to keep her skills current.

She describes herself as person-centred in approach. That means she treats the person first and follows their concerns, rather than imposing a fixed programme. Sessions focus on the client’s experience, helping people make sense of feelings and decide what matters to them.

Laurie aims to build a trusting relationship that supports self-awareness and change. Conversations are calm and steady, and she adjusts pace to each person’s needs. People often explore practical coping strategies alongside deeper personal issues.

If someone is unsure about counselling, Laurie encourages questions before booking. She says a short conversation can help people decide if it feels like the right fit for them.

Person-centred and practical approaches for online support

Laurie works from a person-centred perspective, which centres on the client’s own experience and priorities. This approach helps when someone needs a supportive space to understand feelings, explore choices and decide what matters to them. It is well suited to low mood, anxiety, grief and life transitions.

Alongside person-centred work she uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques in practical ways, such as helping clients build coping strategies and clearer routines. These methods can help with stress management, emotional regulation and adjusting to change.

Finding the right therapeutic approach is part of the work. Laurie will discuss what is most helpful in the first sessions and will adapt methods to fit a person’s goals and preferences. This is a collaborative process where client feedback shapes the focus and pace.

Session formats are not specified in the biography, so readers should confirm current options before booking. Many people find online therapy helpful because it can fit around work, family and travel commitments, reduce the need to commute and make it easier to keep appointments. It can also allow shorter check-ins when time is limited and avoid needing to be on camera when that feels difficult.