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Laura Adams

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Laura Adams

United Kingdom

Gentle psychodynamic support for life transitions

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  • Psychodynamic therapy
  • Men's wellbeing focus
  • Video and audio sessions

About Laura

Laura Adams is a counsellor working in the United Kingdom with four years of professional experience. She supports people facing stress, anxiety and depression, and helps those dealing with relationship strain, low self-esteem and life changes. She also has a particular interest in men's issues and midlife concerns.

Before her formal counsellor role she spent several years supporting people in different settings, which informs her practical approach. She believes clients are the experts in their own lives and focuses on building from each person's strengths. Sessions are offered in English and she accepts international clients.

Her main way of working is psychodynamic therapy delivered in live video or audio sessions. In these conversations she helps people notice patterns that affect mood and relationships, and gently looks at how past experiences link to present difficulties. The work is collaborative and paced to suit the person sitting in the room.

In typical sessions she listens for recurring themes such as attachment, abandonment or shame, and supports people to try new ways of relating to themselves and others. She also works with issues connected to chronic pain, caregiving strain, body image and isolation.

Many people come to her for help with communication problems, coping after separation, or finding renewed purpose in midlife. She uses what emerges in the conversation to guide practical steps and changes people can try between sessions.

Psychodynamic work online and what to expect

Psychodynamic therapy looks at how past relationships and early experiences shape current feelings. Sessions focus on noticing repeated patterns in thoughts, emotions and relationships, and discussing how these affect day-to-day life. This can help when someone struggles with attachment, abandonment fears, guilt or shame.

Another common strand in her work is exploring self-esteem and life purpose through reflective conversation. This helps people who feel stuck, isolated or uncertain about next steps to name what matters and try different ways of responding.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will discuss options with each person and decide together what fits best with their goals and preferences. That collaborative process shapes the pace and focus of sessions.

Her practice uses live video and audio sessions as stated in the biography. If you prefer a different way of meeting, please confirm available formats before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy around work, reduce travel time and allow check-ins from different locations, while still keeping the conversation focused on practical day-to-day changes and emotional patterns.

Areas of expertise

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAttachment issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCommunication problemsControl issuesDivorce and separationForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersNarcissismPanic disorder and panic attacksPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthSelf-loveSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issues

Experience

4+ years

Credentials

United Kingdom

Languages

English

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of problems does she help with?

She works with stress, anxiety and depression and supports people with relationship difficulties, low self-esteem and coping with life changes. Additional areas include attachment, abandonment, body image and men's issues.

How would you describe her therapeutic style?

She practises psychodynamic therapy, focusing on patterns from past experiences that shape current feelings and behaviour. The style is reflective and collaborative, aiming to increase self-understanding.

What is her background and experience?

She has four years of professional counselling experience in the United Kingdom and prior experience supporting people across different settings. That combination informs her practical, person-centred approach.

What credential does she hold and where is she based?

She is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, listed as BACP, and practises from the United Kingdom.

Can I see her if I live outside the UK?

Sessions are offered in English and she accepts international clients. Check time differences when arranging appointments.

Which session formats are available?

The biography states she offers live video and audio sessions. If you need a different format, confirm current session options before booking.

How does the subscription and cost work?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability and sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time. Specific prices are provided during the booking process.

How do I begin working with her?

Start by selecting the Start Therapy button and completing a short matching questionnaire. After that you can schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.

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