My Approach

Together we can explore whatever is causing you pain, anxiety, distress or difficulty. I offer a safe, confidential and non-judgemental space to explore things together.

I am specialised in Transactional Analysis Psychotherapy but work in an integrative and relational way to fit your individual or couple aims for therapy.

I understand that finding the right therapist is important. If you would like any more information or wish to arrange a free 15 minute phone consultation to ask any questions you may have and see if you would like to work with me, then please email me at laurastarkie@gmail.com and I will get back to you within 24 hours.

About Me

I am a Psychotherapist and Counsellor with over 6 years’ experience working within the NHS, charity organisations and in private practice.

If you are feeling low, anxious or stuck and unable to change things yourself, or repeating difficult or destructive patterns of behaviour, working with and talking with someone not involved in your life can really help. If you are struggling to cope with how life is at the moment or with something from the past, then getting support from me is the first step to feeling supported and heard and looking at how we can work together to help you make changes in behaviour, relationships, communication and ways of thinking and processing what you are facing. Your emotional and mental well-being matters and you don't have to struggle alone.

I welcome and work with clients from a diverse range of cultures, communities, and backgrounds. I believe an intersectional lens is vital in supporting individuals and I work relationally to help clients feel seen, heard, supported and empowered.

I have experience in helping people with concerns such as: Anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, low self-esteem, grief, trauma, addiction and suicidal thoughts. I also work with an international collective supporting women and families with maternal/paternal and perinatal issues.

Prior to working as a counsellor and psychotherapist I worked in the charity sector and spent over 10 years working for a London Hospice, supporting patients and families.

I am registered with EATA and UK Council for Psychotherapy (UKCP) whose code of ethics I abide by.

Qualifications:

MSc in Transactional Analysis Psychotherapy – Metanoia Institute

CTA qualified (International Certified Transactional Analyst) awarded by EATA

I work with

• Couples
• Families
• Groups
• Individuals

Special Interests

Like all UKCP registered psychotherapists and psychotherapeutic counsellors I can work with a wide range of issues, but here are some areas in which I have a special interest or additional experience.

Types of Therapies Offered

• Transactional Analysis Psychotherapist

What I can help with

• Mental Health Issues