Lauren Westerman - therapist in london-sw4

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Features

Concessionary rates

Availability

I currently have availability for online or phone counselling on Tuesdays.

About me and my therapy practice

Hi, I'm Lauren. I'm a Person-Centred Pluralistic Counsellor, working primarily online and over the phone. I believe that counselling can help people to heal and make the changes they want to see in their lives. I provide a space that is welcoming and inclusive to all people and all issues; no matter what is going on for you I will support you with warmth and without judgement.

I offer a free 20 minute introductory phone call, and sessions are charged at 拢60 for online/phone or 拢70 for in person. I offer concessionary rates for those on a low income, please contact me for more details.

Practice description

I practice from a person-centred, pluralistic perspective. Being person-centred means I believe you know best what you need. I will endeavour to understand your experience so that we can stand side by side as you gain a deeper understanding of yourself and your experiences. Working pluralistically means I believe that there is no 'one size fits all' in therapy. I will work with you to co-create a therapeutic space that feels safe and supportive, taking on board your preferences to make sure therapy is working for you.

As a counsellor I've worked for Mind, providing counselling to people with caring responsibilities, and for London Friend, providing counselling to the LGBT+ community.

Before becoming a counsellor, I spent a decade working for mental health charities. This background means I have a thorough understanding of mental health difficulties and the impact they can have, as well as of the trauma and adverse experiences that can contribute to mental illness. If you're looking for a counsellor who can understand the challenges you've faced, I would love to hear from you.

My first session

I offer a free 20 minute initial phone call, where we can explore what you'd like to get from counselling. This is also an opportunity to ask any questions you might have, to find out more about me and how I work, and to help you to decide if we would be a good fit.

What I can help with

Anger management, Anxiety, Bereavement, Chronic fatigue syndrome / ME, Cultural issues, Depression, Disability, Health related issues, Identity issues, LGBTQ+ counselling, Loss, Menopause, Men's issues, Mood disorder, Neurodiversity, Obsessions, OCD, Redundancy, Relationships, Self esteem, Self-harm, Sensory impairment, Sexual identity, Sexuality, Stress, Women's issues, Work related issues

Types of therapy

Creative therapy, Humanistic, Person centred

Clients I work with

Adults, Older adults

How I deliver therapy

Long term sessions, Long-term face-to-face work, Online therapy, Short term sessions, Short-term face-to-face work, Telephone therapy, Time-limited

Languages spoken

English