Laura Elder
Counselling & Psychotherapy
Start to live a more fulfilled, balanced and empowered life.
Gain self-awareness & insight.
“Self-awareness is a supreme gift, a treasure as precious as life.”
Therapy creates the opportunity to become more aware of your needs, values and beliefs. This understanding becomes an empowering part of life.
Find a new way of looking at life.
“[We] are disturbed not by things, but by the view which we take of them.”
Start to see things from a new realistic perspective, challenging unhelpful thoughts and beliefs leads to living a more fulfilled life.
Learn tools & techniques.
“All life is an experiment. The more experiments you make, the better.”
Learn concrete tools and techniques to build a foundation for wellbeing, to help in your relationship with yourself, others and the world.
About Me
My name is Laura Elder and I’m a Cognitive Behavioural Therapist living in Edinburgh, Scotland.
Qualifications
MA(Hons) in Psychology, Edinburgh University (2011-2015)
PGDE Primary Education, University of Strathclyde (2015-2016)
Certificate in Counselling Skills, Centre of Therapy & Counselling Studies (2018)
Diploma in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and Group work, The Centre of Therapy and Counselling Studies (2018-2020)
Member of the British Association of Behavioural and Cognitive Psychotherapies (BABCP 998489)
Approach
Whilst working within an evidence based Cognitive Behavioural framework, I integrate tools from different modalities to provide a tailored and unique approach for each client. My training included compassion focused techniques, solution focused therapy, mindfulness based cognitive therapy, psychosynthesis techniques and I’m particularly interested in the body-mind connection.
Using a combination of techniques, together we can explore your issues, uncover the roots whilst working towards your goals of growth and change.
My work as a therapist is based on the knowledge that change is possible. I am passionate about giving people a safe space where they are heard, valued and understood, and believe that we all hold the tools within us to be able to live more fulfilled, purposeful and empowered lives. We would work collaboratively to discover the solutions with the aim of you becoming your own therapist.
I also attend regular individual and group supervision, as well as take part in CPD to support my work and ensure I keep up to date with current research.
Issues I have experience with :
Anxiety.
Life Events & Transitions.
Depression & Low mood.
LGBTQI+ Issues.
Stress.
Expat related issues (relocation, cultural & identity issues).
Relationship Problems.
Self-esteem & Identity issues.
If you would like help with any of these or other issues, please do not hesitate to reach out.
Testimonials
“Laura is always professional and ready to help me grow and work through my thoughts and problems that arise. I feel like we are equals and she is someone I can trust and feel comfortable talking with. It's obvious that she has a passion for this field and is constantly trying to improve and grow. I have been going to therapy on and off for 6 years and she is the best therapist I have been with!”
— Client, 2019
“I started seeing Laura 3 months ago when I was not feeling like myself and in a really difficult place mentally. I was in a new country with all new surroundings. She helped put things in perspective for me and with her help, I am feeling like myself again. It has been an amazing change and I am so thankful for her. She has helped me make my studying abroad experience an enjoying one.”
— Client, 2019
“Laura is a wonderful therapist who has given me real tools to self soothe and understand my emotions. I really value her ability to help me see challenges in a new light and to find a clearer path when I feel paralysed by anxious thoughts. She has a gentle way, but isn’t afraid to steer the session when need be. In my sessions with Laura I am free to express myself without judgement and I always come away from our time together feeling listened to and respected, and more empowered than I did before. ”
— Client, 2020
Pricing & Length of Sessions
I offer an initial 30 minute, complimentary consultation online.
Subsequent sessions will be 1 hour and £60
