Louise Banks , BACP

Louise Banks is a UK-licensed therapist with 17 years of professional experience who supports people facing stress, anxiety, grief and loss, low self-esteem, motivation challenges, depression, and difficulties with sleep. She approaches each person as the expert of their own story and looks for strengths that can be mobilized to overcome current struggles. Louise offers a flexible mix of supportive strategies tailored to the needs of the individual, believing that a combination of approaches can be effective in many situations.

She acknowledges that beginning therapy takes courage and greets new clients with respect and encouragement as they take that step. As a member of the BACP - the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy - Louise maintains professional standards while creating a collaborative space where clients and therapist work together toward clearer goals and improved coping. She welcomes clients at different life stages who are ready to explore change and build resilience.

Client-Centered and CBT Approaches for Online Care

Louise draws on client-centered therapy, which focuses on listening carefully and reflecting each personâs experience so clients feel heard and supported as they explore their goals. This approach helps when people need a compassionate, nonjudgmental space to process grief, life changes, or struggles with self-esteem.

She also uses cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), a practical approach that helps identify and change unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors. CBT is often useful for managing anxiety, depression, sleep problems, and day-to-day coping strategies.

Finding the right therapeutic approach is part of the work and Louise treats this as a collaborative process. She will discuss options with each client, tailoring methods to their needs, goals, and personal preferences so the plan fits the individual.

Online therapy with Louise is offered by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, giving clients flexibility to choose what fits their schedule and comfort. These options make it easier to access consistent support from licensed professionals and to maintain momentum between sessions while balancing other commitments.