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Leigh Cooper, BACP

MBACP-accredited counsellor for anxiety and trauma recovery
  • Anxiety and depression
  • Trauma and abuse
  • LGBT and relationships

About Leigh Cooper

Leigh Cooper offers compassionate counselling for people facing anxiety, low mood, relationship difficulties, grief, trauma and other life changes. She understands how overwhelming those challenges can feel and provides a calm, non-judgemental space where individuals can explore feelings, identify patterns and work toward clearer ways of coping.

Her own experience of therapy shaped a deep belief in the value of being listened to with genuineness, acceptance and empathy, and this experience helped to inspire her professional path into counselling. Over the course of her career she has supported people affected by addiction, self-harm, sexual abuse, domestic violence and other traumatic experiences, as well as those coping with family and relationship issues, career pressures and questions of identity.

Leigh is a qualified person-centred counsellor with a Level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling from CPCAB. She is an accredited member of the BACP - MBACP, the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, and works in line with the BACP Ethical Framework. She maintains professional indemnity insurance and keeps her skills current through continued professional development, including training in areas such as psychosexual work, autism awareness and ADHD awareness.

She offers both short-term and long-term therapy and aims to create a warm, respectful and sometimes challenging environment where it is possible to address difficult issues and work towards meaningful change.

Areas of Expertise

Also Specializes In

Relationship issuesFamily conflictsSelf esteemCareer difficultiesDepressionCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeBlended family issuesCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDependent personalityEmptinessFamily problemsFatherhood issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersPersonality disordersPost-traumatic stressSelf-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issues

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Leigh Cooper have?

Leigh Cooper has 7 years of experience.

Is Leigh Cooper a registered therapist?

Yes. Leigh Cooper is an accredited member of the BACP - MBACP, the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy.

In which languages does Leigh Cooper provide therapy?

Therapy is provided in English.

Where is Leigh Cooper located?

Leigh Cooper is based in the United Kingdom.

How can I work with Leigh Cooper as my therapist?

You can work with Leigh Cooper through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Leigh Cooper work with international clients?

Yes, Leigh Cooper works with international clients.

How much does therapy with Leigh Cooper cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your 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, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just 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.

Person-centred and trauma-aware approaches for online therapy

Leigh draws on person-centred counselling, an approach that focuses on creating a supportive, non-judgemental relationship so people can explore their feelings and find their own solutions. This method is often helpful for anxiety, low self-esteem, relationship concerns and general life changes.

She also works with trauma-aware techniques that prioritise pacing, emotional safety and practical coping strategies to help people process difficult memories and reduce the ongoing impact of past events. These approaches are suited to those affected by abuse, loss or other traumatic experiences.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process and Leigh treats this as a collaborative conversation. She will help identify which methods fit best with a person’s needs, goals and preferences, and can adapt the work over time as those needs change.

Online therapy with Leigh is offered by video call, phone, live chat or text-based messaging, providing flexibility for busy schedules, geographical distance and differing communication preferences. Working remotely makes it easier to arrange regular sessions and to maintain continuity of care with registered professionals and therapists regardless of location.

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