Laura Disley

Laura Disley is a counsellor based in the United Kingdom who helps people facing stress, anxiety, relationship difficulties, grief and loss, and a wide range of related concerns. She offers grounded support for depression, trauma and abuse, addiction issues, and struggles with self-esteem and intimacy. With ten years of experience and BACP registration, she aims to work alongside clients to make changes that matter to them.

Laura believes people know their own stories best and that strengths already exist to move things forward. Sessions are collaborative and paced to each person’s needs. She seeks to create a calm space where someone can talk through what feels urgent and learn practical ways to cope.

Her approach draws on client-centred work, where the person’s perspective leads the conversation, and mindfulness techniques to build awareness and reduce overwhelm. Solution-focused tools and motivational interviewing help set achievable steps and keep progress practical.

Clients often bring complex life changes, caregiving strain, issues around attachment or abandonment, or concerns linked to identity and relationships. Laura also supports people with sleeping and eating difficulties, parenting stress, career questions and compassion fatigue.

Sessions are offered in English and she accepts international clients. To begin, people complete a short matching questionnaire and can arrange sessions according to therapist availability. Fees vary by location and use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.

How her approaches fit with online therapy

Client-Centred Therapy focuses on following the person’s lead, listening closely and reflecting what matters most. This approach helps when someone needs a non-judgemental space to untangle feelings or make sense of difficult events.

Mindfulness Therapy teaches simple attention exercises and grounding techniques to reduce overwhelm and improve sleep and mood. It can be useful for anxiety, stress, trauma reactions and moments when someone needs steadier thinking.

Solution-Focused Therapy concentrates on small, achievable steps and on identifying what already works. It is practical for people who want concrete goals and quick ways to test changes in everyday life.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will discuss goals and preferences and together choose methods that fit the person’s needs. This is a collaborative process that can shift as progress is made.

Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life, for example by avoiding travel or allowing a shorter check-in during a lunch break. If you are considering online sessions, confirm the specific session formats offered before booking so you know how appointments are arranged.