Louise Ralph , BACP

Louise Ralph is a fully qualified therapeutic counsellor and psychotherapist who holds a Diploma Level 4 in therapeutic counselling and is affiliated with the BACP - the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy. She is based just outside London and runs a private integrative practice that combines psychodynamic and person-centred approaches to support people through a wide range of emotional and life challenges.

Louise provides therapy by telephone and video, with availability during daytime, evenings, and Saturday daytime. She works with people experiencing mental health and physical health concerns and accepts referrals from other professionals and existing clients. Her practice covers areas such as stress, anxiety, addiction, relationships, grief, depression, trauma, eating and sleeping difficulties, parenting, and a broad range of other presenting issues.

Alongside her private work, Louise serves as an associate EAP telephone counsellor for PAM Assist UK and provides services through Validium Health Heroes UK. Her counselling journey began with a placement as a bereavement support volunteer at St Christopher’s hospice, and she continues to offer support to the hospice community.

Louise places strong emphasis on building a warm, trusting therapeutic relationship, believing that a solid connection supports effective work and helps people move forward feeling empowered. She looks forward to working with clients who are ready to explore change and personal growth.

Approaches Louise Uses for Online Therapy

Louise draws on Attachment-Based Therapy to help clients understand how early relationships influence current emotions and patterns. This approach explores attachment styles and can be useful for people struggling with intimacy, abandonment, or relationship difficulties.

She also uses Client-Centered Therapy, which focuses on creating an accepting, empathetic environment where clients are encouraged to lead the pace and direction of their work. This method supports self-exploration, self-esteem, and personal growth across many life challenges.

In addition, Louise incorporates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) techniques to identify and shift unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors. CBT is often applied for anxiety, depression, stress, and coping with change.

Finding the right combination of approaches is part of the therapeutic process and Louise works collaboratively with each person to determine what fits best based on individual needs, goals, and preferences. Decisions about methods and focus are revisited as therapy progresses to ensure the work remains relevant and effective.

Online therapy with Louise is offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, providing flexibility to fit different schedules and communication styles. These options make it easier for people to access licensed professionals and therapists from a distance while maintaining continuity of care and convenience.