Louise Bentley

• Stress and anxiety
• Trauma and abuse
• Relationship issues

About Louise

Louise Bentley helps people work through stress, anxiety, relationship difficulties, trauma and abuse, low self-esteem and life changes. She works in a direct, conversational way and adjusts sessions to the issues a person brings. Louise is registered with NCPS and has eight years of professional experience.

She offers practical, focused sessions that aim to make everyday life more manageable. Conversations look at current problems and coping strategies. Where trauma or abuse is involved she listens for what feels safe to address and works at a pace the client can manage.

Louise also helps with communication problems, dissociation, domestic violence, feelings of emptiness, fatherhood issues, guilt and shame, self-love, and sexual assault and abuse. She uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques to support these concerns and explains options in clear terms during sessions.

Her approach is flexible: she and the client agree on what to work on and how. Sessions may include talking through difficult memories, building practical coping skills, and rehearsing new ways of communicating. Progress is reviewed regularly and the plan is adjusted if needed.

People can expect a straightforward style that focuses on what is happening now and what can be done next. Louise speaks English and works from the United Kingdom. She does not accept international clients at this time.

How evidence-based approaches are used in online sessions

She draws on evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on present difficulties and practical change. One common approach is structured problem-solving, which breaks down worries into smaller steps and tests simple strategies to reduce stress and anxiety. This helps with day-to-day coping and decision-making.

Another frequently used method is trauma-informed talking work, which focuses on what is manageable for the person and on developing grounding strategies for intense feelings. This approach supports people affected by abuse or sexual assault by prioritising stability and gradual processing.

Finding the right approach is part of the work together. The counsellor will discuss options, listen to the client's goals and preferences, and agree a plan to try. Adjustments are made as needed based on how the client responds, so the process is collaborative rather than fixed.

Practical benefits of having sessions online include fitting therapy around work and family commitments and reducing travel time. Online appointments can make it simpler to have shorter check-ins or evening sessions when needed. Confirm current session options with the service before booking to know which formats are available.

Topics Louise lists

• Stress and anxiety
• Relationship issues
• Trauma and abuse
• Self-esteem
• Coping with life changes
• Communication problems
• Dissociation
• Domestic violence
• Emptiness
• Family problems
• Fatherhood issues
• Guilt and shame
• Self-love
• Sexual assault and abuse

Questions about Louise

Does she work with anxiety?

Yes. She helps people manage anxiety using practical techniques and conversation focused on current triggers.

What kind of counselling does she offer?

She uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques and adapts sessions to the person's needs and goals.

How long has she been practising?

She has eight years of professional work experience in the United Kingdom.

Is she registered or accredited?

She is registered with NCPS, as stated in her profile.

What languages are available?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can I have sessions from outside the UK?

No, she does not accept international clients at this time.

How much do sessions cost?

Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.

How do I get started?

Click the Talk to a counsellor online button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.