Lauren Stone , BACP

Lauren Stone is an integrative counsellor who offers a warm, compassionate space where adults can explore their concerns and work toward greater well-being. Registered with the British Association for Counsellors and Psychotherapists (BACP) - a professional body for counselling and psychotherapy - she blends evidence-based techniques with a respectful, person-focused approach to tailor support to each individual's needs.

Her practice aims to help people process difficult events that may be holding them back and to cultivate greater self-understanding and self-compassion. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is used to identify unhelpful thinking patterns and teach practical skills that reduce symptoms and improve daily functioning. Person-centered work creates a nonjudgmental environment where Lauren reflects the client’s perspective and supports independent exploration of feelings, beliefs, and choices. Psychodynamic elements help uncover recurring patterns rooted in past experiences so clients can understand how these patterns affect present relationships and behaviour.

Lauren has experience supporting people with stress and anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief and loss, depression, and related concerns. She approaches each relationship with respect for the client’s expertise in their own life and encourages strengths-based steps toward meaningful change. Taking the first step can require courage, and she aims to make that initial step as manageable as possible.

Therapeutic approaches and online support

Lauren Stone offers several complementary approaches suited to online work. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and behaviours and teaching practical strategies to reduce distress and improve daily functioning - it can be particularly helpful for anxiety, depression, and stress-related symptoms. Client-centered therapy prioritizes the client’s perspective, providing an accepting environment where exploration of feelings and values leads to greater self-understanding and confidence; this approach supports people facing life transitions, low self-esteem, or relationship difficulties. Psychodynamic therapy explores recurring patterns rooted in past experiences to help people understand how those patterns shape current relationships and choices, aiding work with long-standing relational or emotional themes.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic journey, and Lauren works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences. She adapts interventions over time so therapy remains relevant and effective for the individual.

Online formats - including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging - make it easier to access consistent support around work, caregiving, or mobility constraints. These options offer flexibility in scheduling and communication style, allowing therapists and licensed professionals to maintain continuity of care and meet clients where they are.