My name is Laurie Stottlaw. I have worked in the field of Personal Development in the Outdoors for over ten years. During the course of this work, I developed an interest in working therapeutically with individuals. I hold a Post Graduate Diploma in Person-Centred Counselling from Strathclyde University. I have a BSc Honours degree from Lancaster University and am an Accredited Practitioner of the Institute for Outdoor Learning. I hold a number of outdoor qualifications which allow me to lead activities in the outdoors. I am certified in Telephone Counselling. I am a registered member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy and work within their ethical framework. I am fully insured and attend regular, ongoing supervision, as required within the counselling profession.
The Person-Centred Approach fits well with my belief that we all have the potential to move our lives forward in a positive direction. I truly value the space created in the therapeutic relationship to allow for positive change. I recognise we are all unique individuals with unique needs. I, therefore, strive to work flexibly, in ways best suited to you. I feel it is important that you choose the pace and focus of the sessions.
Thank you for looking at my website and, if you should choose, I look forward to working with you.