Laidley Poulton, ACA

Laidley Poulton is an ACA counsellor who creates a calm, structured space for people to talk about what matters. He focuses on both the immediate issue and the patterns that shape how someone responds to stress and change. His own lived experience with mental health shapes a steady, understanding approach in sessions.

People often come to him feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure where to start. He helps slow things down so small steps feel possible. Conversations are straightforward and grounded in what a person wants to change or understand.

Laidley draws on acceptance and commitment ideas alongside client-centred listening and mindfulness practices. That means therapy often involves noticing thoughts and feelings, connecting with values, and practising simple skills between sessions. The work aims to build clarity and practical ways to manage day-to-day challenges.

He commonly supports people dealing with stress, anxiety, grief and low mood, and also addresses issues such as jealousy, attachment and communication problems. Parents, caregivers and those facing life changes or compassion fatigue may find his steady tone useful when things feel pressured.

Sessions are paced to suit each person. Laidley focuses on small, manageable changes that add up over time. If someone is unsure what will help, he will work with them to find a clear path forward.

How ACT, client-centred work and mindfulness translate online

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on noticing thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them, and on taking actions that match what matters to you. It can help with anxiety, low mood and patterns that keep people feeling blocked. Client-Centred Therapy centres the conversation on the person's experience, using empathic listening to help people name and make sense of their feelings. Mindfulness Therapy brings simple attention practices into daily life to reduce reactivity and build calm.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with each person to choose which techniques and styles fit their goals and preferences. That might mean trying mindfulness exercises one week and values-based actions the next, always checking in about what helps.

If you are considering online sessions, confirm the current session options before booking. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life, reduce travel time and allow for shorter check-ins when days are tight. It can also suit people who prefer doing reflective exercises at home or who want flexibility around work and caregiving commitments. The therapist will discuss practical arrangements and match the approach to what you need.