- Client-Centred Therapy
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
About Louise
Louise Smith is a counsellor and a registered member of the BACP, the British Association for Counsellors and Psychotherapists, with three years of professional experience in the UK. She works with people dealing with stress, anxiety, relationship difficulties, grief, anger, depression and addictions. Louise also supports those facing issues around self-esteem, intimacy and career pressures.
Her approach treats the client as the expert in their own life. She listens without judgement and helps people name feelings and patterns. Sessions aim to develop practical tools for coping with strong emotions and everyday pressures.
Louise uses Client-Centred Therapy to make space for what matters most to the individual. She draws on Mindfulness Therapy to help people notice thoughts and bodily reactions in the moment. Solution-Focused Therapy is used to build small, achievable steps toward clearer goals.
In sessions she helps people work through anger that shows up at home or at work, or that is a response to loss, stress or addiction. Conversations focus on skills for handling intense moments, improving communication, and rebuilding trust in oneself.
Her work is straightforward and practical. Early appointments explore immediate concerns and identify one or two manageable changes. Over time people often get clearer about what they want and how to step toward it.
Therapeutic approaches and how online sessions work
Louise uses Client-Centred Therapy to focus on the person's own experience and priorities. This approach involves listening closely and helping the individual find clarity about what matters and what they want to change. It is useful for emotional concerns like grief, low self-esteem and relationship strain.She also draws on Mindfulness Therapy to help people notice thoughts, feelings and body sensations without getting swept up by them. Practising brief mindfulness skills can reduce reactivity in heated moments and support calmer decision making. Solution-Focused Therapy appears in sessions as short, action-oriented steps to try between meetings, which can be helpful for practical problems like work stress or communication issues.
Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with the client to identify goals and try methods that suit their needs and preferences. This is a shared process where techniques are adapted over time based on what helps.
The biography does not specify session formats, so please confirm the current online session options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit counselling into daily life, such as shorter check-ins during a lunch break or sitting out a longer session when needed. Discussing practical arrangements at the first appointment helps to shape sessions that fit into everyday routines.
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Experience
3+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she work with?
She supports people with stress, anxiety, relationship issues, grief, anger, depression and addictions, plus related concerns such as self-esteem and career pressures.
How would she describe her therapeutic style?
She uses a client-centred style that prioritises the person's experience, and combines mindfulness and solution-focused techniques for practical coping and goal setting.
How much experience does she have?
She has three years of professional experience working as a counsellor in the United Kingdom.
What credential does she hold and where is she based?
She is a registered member of the BACP and practises in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English only.
Does she work with international clients?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions paid for and what do they cost?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.