Leann Laithwaite , BACP

Leann Laithwaite is an integrative counsellor who brings a practical, client-focused approach to support for stress, anxiety, relationships, family matters, trauma and abuse, depression, addictions, LGBT issues, grief, parenting, anger, self-esteem, coping with life changes, and ADHD. She has worked in health and social care since 2016 and has built five years of experience that inform a flexible, reflective way of working. By drawing on a range of trainings and qualifications she adapts each session to the individual needs and goals of the person she is supporting.

Her formal training includes a foundation degree in Integrative Counselling and a diploma in Health and Social Care. Additional training includes mental health first aid and first aid, the Incredible Years programme, Levels 1 and 2 training in adverse childhood experiences (ACEs), and Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST). She also holds BACP membership, which denotes affiliation with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, the professional body for counsellors and psychotherapists in the United Kingdom.

Leann seeks to centre clients in the therapeutic process, using an integrative framework to combine techniques and perspectives that best meet each person's circumstances. She welcomes inquiries from those looking for collaborative, evidence-informed support and aims to create sessions that are tailored, respectful, and focused on meaningful change.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Support with Leann Laithwaite

Leann draws on Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and psychodynamic ideas to guide her work. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes a supportive, non-judgmental relationship in which the client leads the pace and focus of sessions; it is helpful for building self-esteem, processing life changes, and improving emotional insight. CBT is a practical, skills-based approach that explores links between thoughts, feelings, and behaviours and is often used for anxiety, depression, stress, and managing unhelpful habits. Psychodynamic therapy looks at patterns from past experience and unconscious influences to help understand recurring difficulties and relationship dynamics.

Deciding which approach fits best is part of the therapeutic process. Leann works collaboratively with clients to explore goals, preferences, and what feels most helpful, adapting methods as understanding deepens and needs evolve. This collaborative stance supports a personalised plan rather than a one-size-fits-all model.

Online therapy offers flexible ways to connect, including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, which can make it easier to arrange regular meetings around work, family, or other commitments. These options increase accessibility and allow clients to engage in therapy from familiar settings while working with licensed professionals and therapists to progress toward their goals.