- Trauma-aware care
- Grief and loss
- CBT and creative techniques
About Leanne
Her work often uses trauma-informed and trauma-focused ways of working. Trauma-focused work is offered for people who have experienced specific traumatic events, including sexual abuse and complex bereavement. She uses a three-phase model of trauma recovery - safety and stabilisation, remembrance and processing, and reconnection and integration - and explains how the brain and nervous system respond to distress.
Leanne also brings cognitive approaches and creative techniques into sessions when they suit the person's needs. She has applied TF-CBT and CBT methods alongside emotion-focused and talking therapies to help people develop insight and practical coping skills. This mix is offered at relational depth and adapted to the person in front of her.
She has particular experience supporting people affected by domestic abuse, self-harm, caregiver stress, chronic illness and a variety of attachment and relationship concerns. Her MSc research investigated therapists' experiences of working with self-harm and informs her clinical perspective.
Leanne emphasises collaboration and co-production in therapy. She invites people to work at their own pace, recognises personal strengths, and helps them find clearer ways forward without judgement.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Also works with
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Experience
17+ years
Credentials
BACP · United Kingdom
Languages
English
How evidence-based approaches translate to online counselling
Leanne uses trauma-focused work and cognitive approaches in her practice. Trauma-focused work involves a phased process - stabilising symptoms, working through memories when ready, and rebuilding everyday life - and it can help people who have experienced sexual abuse, complex bereavement or other traumatic events. Cognitive methods such as cognitive behavioural techniques help people identify unhelpful thoughts and try new coping strategies for anxiety, low mood and stress.Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will discuss options with each person and decide together which methods fit best with their goals and comfort. That collaborative planning means techniques can be adjusted as the work progresses.
The biography does not list specific online formats, so please confirm the session options before booking. In general, online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy around busy days, reduce travel time and allow shorter check-ins when needed. They also let people access a therapist while living in another region or country, which is helpful for international clients. Registered or accredited professionals can explain practical arrangements when you arrange your first session.
Frequently asked questions
What problems does this counsellor help with?
Leanne supports people with stress, anxiety, grief, trauma and parenting worries. She also addresses issues such as body image, eating problems, chronic illness and relationship communication difficulties.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
Her style is relational and collaborative, emphasising a strong working relationship and co-production. She combines talking therapies with cognitive methods and creative techniques to suit each person.
What is her background and experience?
Leanne has 17 years of clinical experience and has worked extensively with people affected by sexual abuse, complex bereavement and domestic abuse. Her MSc research looked at therapists' experiences with self-harm.
What credentials and region does she work from?
She is BACP registered and practises in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English and international clients are accepted.
What session formats are available?
The biography does not specify session formats, so please confirm the current options before booking.
How are fees and payment handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist arrangements; sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Choose the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.