Laura Edwards, BACP
BACP therapist for stress, trauma, relationships
- Seven years experience
- Accepting international clients
- Video and phone sessions
About Laura Edwards
Laura Edwards is a UK-based therapist who holds the BACP credential - the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy - and brings seven years of professional experience to her practice. She works with people navigating stress and anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief and loss, motivation and self-esteem challenges, eating concerns, depression, and difficulties in relationships.
Laura approaches each person with the belief that they are the expert in their own story and that their existing strengths can help them move through life’s challenges. She emphasizes courage and agency, recognizing that deciding to seek a more fulfilling and happier life is a significant and brave step. Laura offers steady support through that process while helping clients identify practical steps and new perspectives.
Her style is collaborative and respectful, focused on building a therapeutic relationship that allows exploration of feelings, patterns, and goals. Whether someone is grappling with loss, struggling to find motivation, or trying to repair important relationships, Laura aims to provide a compassionate and skillful space for change and growth.
Laura approaches each person with the belief that they are the expert in their own story and that their existing strengths can help them move through life’s challenges. She emphasizes courage and agency, recognizing that deciding to seek a more fulfilling and happier life is a significant and brave step. Laura offers steady support through that process while helping clients identify practical steps and new perspectives.
Her style is collaborative and respectful, focused on building a therapeutic relationship that allows exploration of feelings, patterns, and goals. Whether someone is grappling with loss, struggling to find motivation, or trying to repair important relationships, Laura aims to provide a compassionate and skillful space for change and growth.
Areas of Expertise
Also Specializes In
AddictionsLGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFertility issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHearing impairedHIV / AIDSHoardingHospice and end-of-life counselingImmigration issuesImpulsivityInfidelityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunctionSexualitySmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Mindfulness Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Somatic Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Laura Edwards have?
Laura Edwards has seven years of professional experience.
Is Laura Edwards a licensed therapist?
Yes. Laura Edwards holds the BACP credential - membership with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy.
In which languages does Laura Edwards provide therapy?
Laura Edwards provides therapy in English.
Where is Laura Edwards located?
Laura Edwards is located in the United Kingdom.
How can I work with Laura Edwards as my therapist?
You can work with Laura Edwards through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Laura Edwards work with international clients?
Yes, Laura Edwards works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Laura Edwards 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 with Laura Edwards
Laura Edwards combines established therapeutic approaches to meet a range of concerns. Attachment-Based Therapy explores how early relationships shape current patterns and helps people understand and rebuild more secure ways of connecting with others - useful for attachment issues, relationship challenges, and difficulties with trust. Client-Centered Therapy places the person’s experience at the center of the work, offering empathic listening and unconditional positive regard so clients can clarify values, increase self-awareness, and strengthen self-esteem. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on the links between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors and offers practical strategies to manage symptoms of anxiety, depression, and stress.Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic journey, and Laura works collaboratively with clients to identify which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences. She tailors the process over time, adjusting techniques as progress and priorities evolve.
Online therapy with Laura is designed for flexibility and accessibility. Clients can meet by video call, speak by phone, or use live chat and text-based messaging to fit therapy into busy lives or different time zones. These options make it easier to maintain consistency in care, access support from afar, and integrate therapy into daily routines while working with licensed professionals and therapists who guide the process.