Louise Davies, BACP

Louise uses client-centred work that focuses on what matters most to the person in front of her. This approach means the client sets the pace and topics, and the counsellor reflects and supports without directing the story. It helps when someone needs a listening space to make sense of feelings and decisions.

She also draws on attachment-based ideas to map how early relationships influence current patterns of closeness and conflict. That way of working can be useful for people struggling with intimacy, repeated relationship cycles or fears of abandonment. Psychodynamic thinking is used selectively to uncover repetitive themes that affect mood, stress and self-esteem, helping people see the stories that shape their behaviour.

Choosing the right approach is usually a shared process. The therapist will discuss goals, preferences and what feels most helpful, and tailor sessions accordingly. That collaborative stance aims to find practical steps and deeper understanding in balance.

Online formats make it easier to fit therapy into busy lives. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation from different locations, phone sessions suit people who prefer not to be on camera, and live chat or text messaging can serve as shorter check-ins or a way to work when energy or bandwidth is limited. These options offer flexibility and keep therapy accessible across distances.