Laura Southwick

Laura Southwick


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Phone number
07761779247

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Therapist - London

London NW3
07761779247
Sessions from £50.00

Features

  • Concessionary rates

Availability

I currently have availability on week dyas from Wednesday - Friday.


About me and my therapy practice

If you are struggling to cope after a loss and find it difficult to talk to those around you, you are in the right place. Grief can affect every part of your life, leaving you feeling overwhelmed, isolated, or completely unsure of how to move forward. I specialise in online bereavement support, offering a reliable, confidential space to process your loss at your own pace. Whether you prefer regular weekly video sessions or the flexibility of text-based therapy, we will work together to find a way through.

As a psychodynamic therapist, I help you look beneath the surface of your grief. We will look at the unique bond you shared, the complex feelings around the ending, and any past losses this has brought up. I focus on helping you understand and accept your emotions, so you can slowly rebuild a sense of stability.

Taking the first step toward support can feel daunting, especially when your energy is low. Please know there is no right or wrong way to feel right now, and you do not have to figure this out by yourself. When you are ready to talk, I am here to listen. Get in touch today to schedule a free initial call.

Practice description

My approach is psychodynamic, which simply means we look beneath the surface of what you are experiencing. Grief rarely shows up as just standard sadness or worry; it often brings up complex, hidden feelings, past losses, or a sense of being disconnected from yourself.

In our sessions, we won't just look at the day-to-day symptoms but at the unique meaning behind them, helping you make sense of your internal world in a safe, confidential space.

Because therapy should fit your life rather than add to your stress, I offer two distinct ways for us to work together:

Weekly Video Sessions: Traditional, face-to-face, online therapy where we meet at the same time each week to talk through things in depth.

Flexible Text-Based Therapy: A dedicated, text-based option designed for those who prefer the space to write things down as they come up, or whose schedules make weekly video appointments difficult.

To give our work momentum and a clear sense of safety, I typically work within an initial 12-session programme. For many people, 12 sessions provide enough time and structure to process acute difficulties, find stability, and begin to move forward.

However, healing isn't linear, and everyone's pacing is different. If we reach the end of our initial programme and feel there is more ground to uncover, we always have the flexible option to extend our work for a further 6 or 12 sessions. We will regularly review how you are doing, ensuring the therapy remains entirely on your terms.

My first session

Before we begin, we will have a brief, 15-minute phone call which is free of charge. This is a no-obligation chat to ensure we are a good fit for each other and to answer any questions you might have.

The next step is a dedicated 1-hour initial consultation (£60), which provides a structured space to explore your experience of loss and ensure that what I’m offering is best for your needs. This consultation carries no obligation to move forwards but simply allows us to explore your requirements and ensure you feel comfortable working together. If we both agree, we will then secure your regular weekly time slot to begin our work.

What I can help with

Abuse, Anxiety, Bereavement, Depression, Identity issues, Loss, Obsessions, Pet bereavement, Relationships, Self esteem, Self-harm, Sexual identity, Sexuality, Stress, Trauma, Women's issues

Types of therapy

Psychodynamic

Clients I work with

Adults, Older adults

How I deliver therapy

Online therapy, Short term sessions, Text therapy, Time-limited

Languages spoken

English