“I’m not going to fix you;
I’m going to empower you.”

I’m Laura Ryder, a humanistic and integrative counsellor and psychotherapist. That basically means I employ a range of techniques from a number of different therapeutic approaches but am primarily a person-centred counsellor who believes everyone – and therefore every counselling journey – is unique.

What can you expect?

I promise to provide a safe, confidential, non-judgemental space where we can explore whatever is bothering you. I will help you in your search for a way to live well and become the best version of yourself. Together we will wander through your mind. I will not lead you to a solution, but I will be by your side as we figure out your best way forward. I will help to facilitate this process by being an unbiased ear: listening to you, reflecting back what I’m hearing and questioning what I may not understand. Throughout the process you can count on me for compassionate straight talking – on your side in the best way possible.

As a team we will figure out your best path, tailor made just for you.