Laura Kelsey

Evenings, weekends and early mornings available both in person and online as well as daytime slots.

I am a qualified counsellor, trained at University of Brighton, and I am currently continuing my professional and personal development through studying for a Master’s degree in Psychotherapy at University of Brighton.

My approach is rooted in authenticity, curiosity and connection. I believe therapy works best when you feel able to bring your whole self into the room — without judgement, pressure or needing to “perform” wellness. I aim to offer a space where you can feel genuinely seen, heard and accepted.

I have had twenty years working within the education sector in Primary schools supporting staff and families.

Alongside my professional training, I bring my own humanity into my work. I’m a colourful person, a dog lover, and someone who values warmth, creativity and realness within relationships.

I also work alongside my trained therapy dog, Clementine, who can be present during sessions if this feels supportive for you. For many people, the presence of a calm and gentle dog can help therapy feel more grounding and emotionally safe. Dogs can offer comfort, regulate anxiety, reduce feelings of isolation and provide a soothing presence during difficult conversations. Some people find it easier to open up with an animal nearby, while others simply enjoy the sense of calm and connection they can bring.

Of course, Clementine’s presence is always optional, and sessions can take place with or without her depending on your preference and needs.

I am a humanistic counsellor and psychotherapist with a Gestalt-informed approach, offering a warm, relational space where you can explore your thoughts, feelings and experiences at your own pace.

I believe therapy is not about being “fixed”, but about being met authentically and with compassion. My approach is grounded in the belief that healing and growth can emerge through awareness, connection and understanding ourselves more deeply. I am particularly interested in how our past experiences, relationships and ways of being in the world shape how we experience ourselves in the present moment.

Working from a humanistic perspective means I value the therapeutic relationship at the heart of the work. I aim to offer a space where you feel heard, accepted and able to bring all parts of yourself without judgement. My Gestalt leaning means I may gently support you in noticing patterns, emotions and bodily responses as they arise in the here and now, helping to deepen awareness and self-understanding.

I work in a trauma-informed way and have experience of working with clients who have experienced Domestic Abuse, Sexual trauma and bereavements.