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Louis Carruthers, BACP

Integrative counsellor specialising in relationships and trauma
  • Relationship and intimacy work
  • Trauma informed approaches
  • Online and in-person sessions

About Louis Carruthers

Louis Carruthers is an integrative counsellor based in the City of London and the London Borough of Bexley, working with adults and couples both in-person and online. He brings four years of clinical experience to a broad practice that addresses behavioural, emotional, and relationship concerns, offering a calm and non-judgmental space for people to explore their thoughts and feelings and move toward greater self-awareness and growth.

His training spans several therapeutic traditions, including person-centred, psychodynamic, existential, cognitive, and relational approaches, and his work also draws on embodied and somatic methods for trauma. This mix allows him to tailor interventions to each person, selecting techniques that best fit an individual’s needs and circumstances. Continuous professional development has led him to focus particularly on relationship and intimacy issues and on relational trauma.

He has experience supporting people with depression, anxiety, eating and food-related difficulties, family and relationship problems, and a range of intimacy-related concerns. His background includes work in community safety, special educational needs settings, and housing support for vulnerable tenants, and he is comfortable working with people involved in antisocial behaviour and the criminal justice system.

Louis is a registered member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and works in line with the BACP Ethical Framework for the counselling professions.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Relationship issuesTrauma and abuseIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersDepression

Also Specializes In

Stress, AnxietyAddictionsLGBTFamily conflictsAnger managementCareer difficulties

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureBody imageCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDissociationDivorce and separationEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily problemsFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersNarcissismPanic disorder and panic attacksPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunctionSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issues

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Louis Carruthers have?

Louis Carruthers has four years of experience.

Is Louis Carruthers a registered therapist?

Yes. He holds the BACP credential and is a registered member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy. Registration details are not provided.

In which languages does Louis Carruthers provide therapy?

Therapy is provided in English.

Where is Louis Carruthers located?

He is located in the United Kingdom, with a private practice in the City of London and the London Borough of Bexley.

How can I work with Louis Carruthers as my therapist?

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

Does Louis Carruthers work with international clients?

Yes. He works with international clients.

How much does therapy with Louis Carruthers cost?

Costs 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, 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 to help 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 for online support

Louis often draws on person-centred work, relational methods, and embodied somatic techniques to support clients online. Person-centred therapy focuses on listening with empathic understanding and helping people access their own resources for change - it is helpful for depression, anxiety, and self-esteem difficulties. Relational approaches explore patterns in relationships and attachment, which can be useful for intimacy concerns, family conflict, and relational trauma. Embodied or somatic work attends to the body’s responses to stress and trauma, offering ways to regulate physical and emotional reactions and to process trauma that may not be fully accessible through talk alone.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Louis works collaboratively with each person to identify what fits best based on their needs, goals, and preferences. Together they review progress and adjust methods as required to ensure the work feels effective and appropriate.

Online therapy with Louis is available via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, offering practical flexibility for scheduling, travel, and accessibility. These remote options make it possible to engage with registered professionals from different locations while maintaining continuity of care and adapting to each person’s day-to-day life.

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