Laura Bratley, BACP
- Stress and anxiety
- Relationships and grief
- Self-esteem support
About Laura Bratley
Her practice focuses on creating an open, nonjudgmental environment where thoughts and feelings can be explored honestly. She supports clients through practical techniques and empathic listening, helping them build coping skills for panic, social anxiety, workplace challenges, and issues around attachment, communication, guilt and shame. Laura also addresses concerns related to pregnancy and childbirth, post-traumatic stress, life purpose, and forgiveness.
Laura uses evidence-informed approaches such as client-centered work, cognitive behavioral methods, and techniques drawn from dialectical behavior therapy to tailor support to each person’s needs. She encourages small, manageable steps toward clearer goals and greater self-understanding, and offers steadiness and encouragement for those ready to take the first steps toward a more fulfilling life.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Laura Bratley have?
Laura Bratley has three years of professional experience working as a therapist in the United Kingdom.
Is Laura Bratley a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the BACP credential, indicating membership in the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, a UK professional body for counsellors and psychotherapists.
In which languages does Laura Bratley provide therapy?
Laura provides therapy in English.
Where is Laura Bratley located?
She is located in the United Kingdom.
How can I work with Laura Bratley as my therapist?
You can work with Laura Bratley through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Laura Bratley work with international clients?
Laura Bratley does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Laura Bratley 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 canceled 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 with therapy 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
Laura draws from client-centered therapy, which centers on empathic listening and creating a supportive space where people can explore their feelings and values - this approach is useful for building self-esteem, processing grief, and clarifying life purpose. She also uses cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), a practical method that helps identify unhelpful thinking patterns and develop new strategies for managing anxiety, panic attacks, social phobia, and workplace stress. Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) techniques are applied when emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness are priorities, helping clients develop skills for managing strong emotions and improving communication.
Finding the right therapeutic approach is part of the work itself. Laura collaborates with each person to determine which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting the focus as progress is made so the plan stays relevant and supportive.
Online formats - including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging - offer flexibility for people balancing work, family, or mobility limitations. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care, access timely support, and choose the communication style that feels most comfortable while working toward meaningful change with licensed professionals and therapists.