Louise Devereux, BACP

Louise Devereux is a UK counsellor who helps people talk through loss, relationship strain, anxiety and low self-esteem. She aims to build a kind, non-judgemental space where people can name what feels hard and think about what to do next.

She works in a way that places the person at the centre of sessions. That means listening closely and following the concerns the client brings. Conversations focus on what matters to the individual, whether that is grief, parenting pressures, workplace stress or questions about life purpose.

Louise is a registered member of the British Association of Counsellors and Psychotherapists, abbreviated as BACP. She has three years of experience supporting people through things like bereavement, separation and periods of isolation or loneliness.

In practical terms she offers one-to-one conversations that aim to increase clarity and self-understanding. Sessions may look like reflective talking, exploring difficult feelings, and working out small steps that feel achievable between appointments.

People come for different reasons - a midlife reassessment, the strain of caregiving, difficulties at work, or challenges during pregnancy and childbirth. Louise also helps with goals around self-love, confidence and coping with change.

Her approach is steady and person-focused, with an emphasis on hearing each individual's experience. That makes it easier to identify the next steps towards feeling more capable and connected.

How client-centred work translates to online therapy

Client-centred therapy focuses on being listened to and understood. It involves a counsellor who reflects back what is said, asks helpful questions and follows the client's priorities. This approach is useful for grief, relationship challenges, stress and confidence work because it creates space to make sense of feelings and decide on next steps.

Louise will work with each person to find what fits best. That means discussing whether short check-ins, longer conversations, or a mix of approaches suits the client's goals. The choice of method and pace is decided together, with the counsellor adapting to changing needs over time.

Online sessions are offered by video calls, phone, live chat and text-based messaging, which makes it easier to fit counselling into a busy life. Video is close to an in-person conversation, phone can be simpler when bandwidth is limited, live chat allows a quicker text-style check-in, and messaging can suit people who prefer writing between sessions. These options help people access regular support without long travel or disruption to the day.