Dr. Laura Stoops, BACP, NCPS

Dr. Laura Stoops helps people dealing with stress, anxiety and depression. She also supports concerns around self-esteem, intimacy, addiction and relationship difficulties. Her work includes issues such as grief, trauma and sleep or eating problems. She works with people facing career strain, parenting stress, ADHD and compassion fatigue.

Laura takes a straightforward, kind approach. She listens without judgement and aims to understand each person's experience. Sessions focus on what is happening now and on practical steps that feel manageable. She explains ideas in plain language and keeps things collaborative.

Her background includes training in person-centred work, cognitive behavioural ideas and psychodynamic thinking. Laura uses these approaches flexibly to match what a person needs. She is a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, listed as BACP, and holds NCPS credentials.

With four years of clinical experience, Laura has worked with people facing life changes, long-term health concerns and caregiving pressures. She also supports those struggling with attachment issues, codependency and obsessive or compulsive thoughts. Sessions aim to help people build coping skills and greater clarity about their next steps.

People who choose to work with Laura can expect a calm, respectful space to talk. Together they identify goals and try small, practical changes between meetings. Her emphasis is on steady progress rather than quick fixes.

Practical therapy approaches for online work

Laura uses client-centred ideas and cognitive behavioural techniques to guide online sessions. Client-centred therapy focuses on listening and understanding a person's experience, helping them feel heard and accepted while they find their own solutions. Cognitive behavioural therapy looks at patterns of thought and behaviour, and offers practical exercises to reduce anxiety or improve mood.

Choosing the right approach is part of the process. The therapist will talk with each person about their goals and preferences, then tailor methods together. This collaborative way means approaches can change as progress is made or needs shift.

Online sessions use video calls, phone appointments, live chat or text-based messaging to fit different needs. Video works well for in-depth conversations and visual cues. Phone sessions suit those who prefer not to be on camera or who need a shorter check-in. Live chat and messaging allow rapid, written exchanges and can be easier to fit into a busy day. These options give flexibility for people juggling work, caring duties or health concerns.