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Louise Shepherd

BACP

Louise Shepherd , BACP

Therapist in United Kingdom

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About Louise

Louise Shepherd is a United Kingdom-based therapist who supports women navigating anxiety, burnout, and the ongoing pressure to remain "the strong one." She focuses on understanding the root causes of emotional exhaustion and helps people move from merely coping to building practical strategies that restore energy and wellbeing.

Drawing on a blend of evidence-informed methods, Louise offers a calm, empathetic space to explore feelings of overwhelm, low mood, relationship strain, and life transitions. She works collaboratively to identify unhelpful patterns, strengthen coping skills, and develop realistic steps for change that fit each person’s life and responsibilities.

Louise holds BACP accreditation - the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy - which reflects her professional commitment to ongoing development and ethical practice. She is experienced at supporting people through anxiety, depression, relationship and family difficulties, trauma and abuse, self-esteem challenges, and the practical stresses of parenting and career pressures. Her approach aims to help clients gain clarity, build resilience, and find a more sustainable way of living without having to shoulder everything alone.

Therapeutic approaches and online support

Louise Shepherd frequently draws on Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Mindfulness Therapy in her online practice. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes a supportive, non-judgmental relationship where the person’s own perspective guides the pace of work - it is helpful for building self-esteem and navigating life changes. CBT focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviours, offering practical tools to reduce anxiety and depressive symptoms. Mindfulness Therapy teaches present-moment awareness and gentle acceptance, which can reduce stress and improve emotional regulation.



Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Louise works collaboratively with each person to explore which methods fit their goals, needs, and preferences, and she adapts techniques as therapy progresses to ensure the best possible match.



Online therapy offers flexibility and accessibility - sessions can be arranged as video calls, phone conversations, live chat, or text-based messaging to suit different schedules and comfort levels. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care, balance therapy with work or family responsibilities, and access skilled support from licensed professionals and therapists without travel barriers.

Frequently asked questions

How much experience does Louise Shepherd have?

Louise Shepherd has 7 years of professional experience.

Is Louise Shepherd a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds BACP accreditation. BACP stands for the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy.

In which languages does Louise Shepherd provide therapy?

Therapy is provided in English.

Where is Louise Shepherd located?

Louise Shepherd is located in the United Kingdom.

How can I work with Louise Shepherd as my therapist?

You can work with Louise Shepherd through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Louise Shepherd work with international clients?

Louise Shepherd does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Louise Shepherd cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesSelf esteemDepressionCoping with life changes

Also works with

Family conflictsTrauma and abuseIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesCoachingCompassion fatigue

Additional focus areas

Antisocial personalityAttachment issuesBody imageCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameInfidelityLife purposeMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesPanic disorder and panic attacksPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSex addictionSmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaTrichotillomaniaWomen's issuesWorkplace issues

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingPsychodynamic TherapySolution-Focused Therapy

Experience

7+ years

Licensed

See below

Languages

English

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