Laura Waters Counselling

I’m Laura, a qualified counsellor and registered member of the BACP, offering sessions in Ashford, Faversham, online or by telephone.  I work with adults and teens. I offer a calm, relaxed and non-judgemental space to explore whatever is troubling you.

 

You may be feeling stuck, be experiencing repetitive thought patterns or be feeling lost or overwhelmed.  I see my role as to sit alongside you, and to build a trusting relationship where you can be yourself and to give you space to make sense of how you are feeling and work towards any change that you are seeking.

 

I have a special interest in anxiety, bereavement and loss.  I have a wide range of experience, some examples being, anxiety, low mood, relationships, neurodiversity, loss, low self esteem and low confidence.   

 

I work mainly in a person-centred way, I am led by you and your needs, and I believe that our therapeutic relationship is key. I integrate other approaches when helpful.   Some examples of other modalities that I draw on are cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), transactional analysis and psychodynamic approaches.  I have trained in working in a trauma informed way and I am also experienced in working creatively, especially with young people.    

 

My experience includes a college setting, the NHS and private practice.  I offer a free 20-minute telephone call or TEAMS call, so you can see if you feel that we would be a good fit.

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​​​​Qualifications:

Counselling Qualifications:

Level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling

Level 4 Award in Rape and Sexual Abuse Counselling

Certificate in Online and Telephone Counselling

Transactional Analysis 101

Level 3 Certificate in Counselling Skills

Level 2 Award in Counselling Concepts

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I am currently studying the Level 6 Advanced Specialist Diploma in Child and Young Person Counselling.

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Other Qualifications:

Bsc (Honours) Psychology

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