Laura Kelsey
About the Therapist
I am a qualified counsellor, BACP registered member, 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.
- Bi- | Pansexual
https://www.bacp.co.uk/therapists/420442/laura-kelsey/brighton-bn1
| Award | Awarding body | Year of award |
|---|---|---|
| Postgraduate Diploma in Humanistic Counselling and Psychotherapy | University of Brighton | 2026 |
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 working with clients who have experienced domestic abuse, sexual trauma, addiction, anxiety, depression and bereavements.
I have experience working with queer and neurodiverse clients and recognise the importance of therapy spaces that feel affirming, inclusive and accepting of difference. I understand that many people have spent time feeling misunderstood, masking parts of themselves or navigating environments where they have not felt fully able to belong. I aim to offer a space where your identity, way of experiencing the world and unique ways of being are welcomed with curiosity, respect and care.
I understand that starting therapy can feel daunting, and I see the process as collaborative; we work together to explore whatever feels important to you. I welcome clients experiencing anxiety, overwhelm, relationship difficulties, low self-esteem, loss, life transitions or a general sense of feeling stuck.
Above all, I believe meaningful change can happen when we feel safe enough to be ourselves.
- Gestalt
- Humanistic
- Bi- | Pansexual
- Queer
- Questioning
- One to one
- No adaptation
- Adults
- Seniors (60+)
- Online
- In Person
My fee is £65 per session.
I ask for 48 hours’ notice if you need to cancel or rearrange a session. Unfortunately, sessions cancelled after this time will be charged at the full fee.
Payments can be made via bank transfer, card payment or cash.
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