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Dr. Laura Stoops, BACP, NCPS

Integrative counsellor for anxiety and relationships
  • Client-centered listening
  • CBT strategies
  • Relationship support

About Dr. Laura Stoops

Dr. Laura Stoops is a UK-qualified integrative counsellor who combines different therapeutic methods to suit each person's needs. She commonly draws on client-centered therapy, cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), and psychodynamic approaches to create a flexible, personalised way of working that responds to what the client brings.

She holds the credentials BACP and NCPS. BACP refers to the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy and indicates adherence to recognised ethical standards; NCPS is an additional professional credential. Dr. Stoops understands that starting therapy can feel difficult, so she approaches conversations with a consistently non-judgemental and supportive stance.

Her practice has supported people with anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, grief and loss, health and ageing worries, carer responsibilities, future planning, and developing self-awareness. In sessions she listens to understand each person’s experience from their perspective and works collaboratively to identify practical steps and insights. Her aim is to tailor the work to what helps each person most and to provide steady, thoughtful support through the issues they bring.

Areas of Expertise

Also Specializes In

AddictionsLGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseGriefEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional Focus Areas

Aging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCodependencyCommunication problemsControl issuesEmptinessGuilt and shameImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPhobiasSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSocial anxiety and phobia

Therapeutic Approach

Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Mindfulness Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Dr. Laura Stoops have?

Dr. Laura Stoops has four years of professional experience.

Is Dr. Laura Stoops a registered therapist?

Yes. She holds the credentials BACP and NCPS. BACP refers to the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy and indicates that she works in line with recognised ethical standards.

In which languages does Dr. Laura Stoops provide therapy?

Dr. Laura Stoops provides therapy in English.

Where is Dr. Laura Stoops located?

Dr. Laura Stoops is based in the United Kingdom.

How can I work with Dr. Laura Stoops as my therapist?

You can work with Dr. Laura Stoops through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Dr. Laura Stoops work with international clients?

Dr. Laura Stoops does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Dr. Laura Stoops cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be cancelled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Therapeutic approaches and online support

Dr. Laura Stoops regularly uses client-centered therapy, which focuses on empathetic listening and creating a supportive space where clients can explore their thoughts and feelings at their own pace; this approach is helpful for building self-awareness and working through relationship or life transition issues. She also employs cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), a practical method that helps people identify unhelpful thoughts and behaviours and develop skills to manage symptoms like anxiety and low mood. In addition she draws on psychodynamic therapy to explore how past relationships and patterns may influence current difficulties, which can be useful for understanding long-standing issues around attachment and intimacy.

Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the therapeutic process. Dr. Stoops works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods fit their goals, needs, and preferences, and she adapts the work over time as those needs evolve.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions can take place by video call or phone, and there are options for live chat or text-based messaging. These formats make it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules, maintain continuity of care, and choose the communication style that feels most comfortable, while working with registered professionals and therapists who tailor support to individual circumstances.

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