Laurie Falconer, BACP

Laurie Falconer is a psychotherapist and a registered member of the BACP - the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy. She holds an MSc in Counselling and Psychotherapy with Distinction from the University of Strathclyde, a qualification that reflects advanced training in therapeutic practice, and has recently trained as a clinical counselling supervisor. Laurie is also progressing her studies in Psychology with the Open University, demonstrating an ongoing commitment to professional development.

She works with people facing a wide range of challenges, including stress, anxiety, low mood and depression, grief and loss, relationship and family difficulties, trauma and abuse, issues with self-esteem, addictions, parenting and career concerns, and neurodiversity-related challenges such as ADHD. Laurie describes herself as a person-centred therapist, believing that clients are the experts in their own lives and that meaningful change grows from a respectful, trusting therapeutic relationship.

Laurie is flexible with her availability and divides her time between several counselling services, so her diary may not always reflect the full range of appointment options she can offer. She aims to accommodate people whenever possible and to provide a calm, non-judgemental space to explore whatever feels important. For anyone considering counselling, Laurie welcomes questions and initial contact to discuss whether her approach might be a good fit.

Person-centred care and evidence-based techniques online

Laurie practices from a person-centred perspective, which focuses on creating a respectful, empathetic therapeutic relationship that supports clients to explore their experiences and find their own solutions. This approach is particularly helpful for issues such as low self-esteem, relationship difficulties, grief, and life transitions where understanding and personal meaning are central.

Alongside a person-centred framework, Laurie draws on a range of evidence-based therapeutic techniques tailored to each client. These techniques are selected to address problems like anxiety, depression, trauma-related responses, addiction, and coping with change, and are adapted in collaboration with the client to fit their needs and pace.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Laurie works collaboratively with clients to explore goals, preferences, and practical circumstances, and together they identify which methods are most likely to help. Sessions delivered by registered professionals via video calls, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging offer practical flexibility, enabling clients to access support around work, family, or geographical constraints. Online options make it easier for people to attend regularly and to integrate therapy into everyday life while maintaining a therapeutic relationship with a qualified therapist.