Business Details
Professional Counselling Services in Wimborne
Lou Sloan Counselling has been providing professional therapeutic support since 2025, specialising in humanistic integrative approaches that combine Person-Centred, Gestalt, Transactional Analysis and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy. Our practice in Merley Lane, Wimborne offers face-to-face sessions alongside remote options via phone and online platforms to accommodate UK residents. With extensive qualifications including Level 6 Certificate in Therapeutic Counselling and Level 5 Diploma in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, we address complex issues such as trauma, anxiety, depression and post-natal depression.Our collaborative approach focuses on increasing clients' self-awareness and empowering them to make positive life choices. We maintain strict adherence to BACP ethical guidelines while offering supervision services to fellow counsellors and professionals in caring roles. The practice combines academic rigour with compassionate delivery, evidenced by client testimonials highlighting significant improvements in quality of life. Sessions are structured to provide a safe, confidential space where clients can explore their experiences and develop coping strategies tailored to their individual needs.
Services
Counselling Sessions
Supervision Sessions
Online Counselling
Phone Counselling
CBT Therapy
Details
- Year established: 2025
Highlights and features
- We offer integrative therapy combining five evidence-based counselling approaches
- Our practice provides flexible session formats including online and telephone options
- We hold advanced qualifications up to Level 6 in therapeutic counselling
- Our services include specialist supervision for mental health professionals
- Client testimonials demonstrate measurable improvements in quality of life
Associations and certifications
- British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy
What people say
Safe, cared for
Helpful tools
Sensitive, professional manner
Quality of life improved
Constant care and encouragement
Services
Counselling Sessions
Our individual counselling sessions provide a confidential space to address emotional challenges. Using integrative approaches, we help clients process trauma, manage anxiety and depression, and develop coping strategies. Each 50-minute session is tailored to personal needs, with initial consultations available to discuss specific requirements before starting regular appointments.
Supervision Sessions
Specialist supervision for counsellors and care professionals follows BACP guidelines. These 90-minute sessions focus on professional development, ethical practice, and maintaining therapeutic effectiveness. We create collaborative contracts to address individual supervision needs while supporting ongoing professional growth and client care standards.
Online Counselling
Secure online counselling sessions offer flexible mental health support across the UK. This service maintains the same therapeutic standards as face-to-face sessions while providing accessibility for those unable to attend in person. Technical requirements are minimal, with sessions conducted through encrypted video platforms ensuring client confidentiality.
Phone Counselling
Confidential phone counselling provides immediate therapeutic support without geographical limitations. This service is particularly beneficial for clients preferring voice-only communication or those with limited internet access. Sessions maintain the same structured approach as in-person meetings while offering greater accessibility for UK residents.
CBT Therapy
Specialist CBT therapy addresses negative thought patterns and behaviours through structured sessions. This evidence-based approach helps clients develop practical tools for managing anxiety, depression, and stress-related conditions. Techniques are tailored to individual needs while maintaining the core principles of cognitive behavioural interventions.
People
Lou Sloan
Counsellor
Fully qualified counsellor registered with BACP, holding Level 6 therapeutic counselling qualifications. Specialises in integrative approaches combining Person-Centred, Gestalt, and CBT techniques to address anxiety, trauma, and emotional difficulties.
Questions
What therapeutic approaches do you use?
We combine Person-Centred, Gestalt, Transactional Analysis and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy approaches to create tailored treatment plans that best suit individual client needs.
Do you offer remote counselling options?
Yes, we provide both online video sessions and telephone counselling for UK residents alongside face-to-face appointments in Wimborne.
What are your supervision services for professionals?
We offer BACP-compliant supervision sessions for counsellors and care professionals, typically 90 minutes long, focusing on professional development and ethical practice maintenance.
How much do sessions cost?
Initial consultations cost £20, regular counselling sessions are £60 for 50 minutes, and supervision sessions are £80 for 90 minutes.
Are you a registered counsellor?
Yes, we are a fully qualified counsellor registered with the British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP).
What issues can you help with?
We specialise in relationship difficulties, anxiety, depression, trauma, stress management, post-natal depression, panic attacks, and bereavement support through tailored therapeutic approaches.
