Laura Murtagh
HDIP | PGCE | MBACP
About Me
Hello, I’m Laura (she/her). I offer a compassionate, safe space for adults and young people seeking therapy in Broadstairs or online.
I work with the whole person, helping you navigate trauma, particularly the ways old, exploring how unhealed hurts quietly impact your current relationships and how you feel about yourself. To support our work together, I also offer creative approaches—like art, image cards, and found objects—to help bring deeper thoughts and feelings gently into light. Grounded in humanistic therapy, I am here to walk alongside you, supporting your healing with care, respect, and zero judgement.
What do I offer?
I offer Person-Centred Counselling Tailored therapy for adults and young people—online or in person.
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Client-Led Support: Focus on your individual needs, values, and goals.
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Safe & Non-Judgemental Space: Built on trust, empathy, and genuine care.
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Empowered Growth: Supporting you to make choices that improve your emotional well-being.
Individual Counselling
A strong relationship between client and therapist is essential for meaningful progress. I offer a supportive environment and tailored approach to help you decide if we are the right fit.
Initial Consultation (Free, 20 minutes)
A brief phone call to discuss your needs, answer questions, and see if my approach suits you. If so, we can schedule your first session (online or in person).
First Session (Standard fee, 50 minutes)
We will complete brief administrative details and explore what brings you to therapy. Toward the end, we can discuss whether short-term or open-ended therapy best meets your goals. There is no obligation to commit further, but we can arrange regular sessions if you feel ready.
Ongoing Sessions
Sessions are typically held weekly or fortnightly. Returning clients who have previously completed long-term therapy may also book one-off sessions as needed.
Cancellations & Rescheduling
Please provide at least 48 hours’ notice if you need to cancel or reschedule. Cancellations made with less than 48 hours’ notice will incur the full session fee. Where possible, I will try to offer an alternative slot within the same week.
Young People (16-18 year olds)
In addition to my private practice, I serve as the Clinical Lead Counsellor at a London comprehensive school, drawing on over 17 years of secondary education experience, full teaching qualifications, and an up-to-date DBS check to support young people.
Today’s challenges can heavily impact young people's mental health. I provide a safe, empathetic, and non-judgmental space to help young clients navigate difficult thoughts and experiences.
Initial Consultation (Free, 20 minutes)
A phone call starting with the parent or carer to answer questions, followed by a brief chat directly with the young person to ensure they feel comfortable. If it feels like a good fit, we can schedule the first session.
First Session (Standard fee, 50 minutes)
Parents/carers are welcome to attend the brief initial administrative setup. The remainder of the session is conducted independently with the young person. Toward the end, we can discuss ongoing options with no obligation to commit further.
Ongoing Sessions
Sessions are typically scheduled weekly or fortnightly. Returning clients who have previously completed long-term therapy may also book one-off sessions as needed.
I work with:-
Relationships
Anxiety
Depression
Loss
Career/Work-Related Issues
Low Self-Esteem
LGBTQIA+
Self-Harm
Suicidal Thoughts
Trauma
My Fees
Individual Counselling
£65 a session
(50 Minutes)
Concessional rate (OAPS and Students)
£55 a session
(50 Minutes)
Training & Qualifications
Higher Professional Diploma in Counselling and Psychotherapy
(Distinction Grade) Lewisham Counselling and Counselling Training Associates (BACP Acred)
Level 3 Certificate in Counselling Studies
(CPCAB) Lewisham Counselling and Counselling Training Associates (BACP Acred)
Postgraduate Certification in Education
(PGCE 11-18 year olds) University of London
Continuing Professional Development
in Understanding Suicide and Suicide Prevention, Expression and Release of Anger, Person-Centred Expressive Media Skills, Effective facilitation of Groups, Effective Skills Observations in Counselling and Psychotherapeutic training, Assessing Clients in Counselling Psychotherapy.
Clinical Experience
Volunteering
for a counselling agency with clients’ who have experienced addiction and substance misuse.
School Counsellor
Working as a school counsellor as the clinical lead for a large secondary school.
Memberships
Registered member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP)
Registration Number: 400856
"The healer you have been looking for is your own courage to know and love yourself completely"
Yung Pueblo
Get in Touch
Address: Bradstow Way,
Broadstairs, CT10 1AH
Tel: 07811 351122
(Please be aware that due to the nature of my work, I may not always be able to pick up the phone, but please leave a message.)