Laidley Poulton

Laidley Poulton is an ACA counsellor who creates a calm, structured space for people to talk through difficult feelings. He pays attention to what is happening now and the life patterns that shape stress responses. He draws on his own lived experience with mental health to offer steady, empathetic support.

Laidley aims to make the first steps less daunting. He helps people slow things down and name what is troubling them. Sessions focus on understanding feelings and building practical skills to cope with change and pressure.

He commonly helps with worries such as stress, anxiety and anger, and with life events like grief, separation and career shifts. Laidley also works with concerns about self-esteem, parenting strains, compassion fatigue and issues around identity and relationships.

In sessions he uses approaches that encourage acceptance, present-moment awareness and a person-centred way of listening. These methods are used to help people notice patterns, try new responses and commit to actions that matter to them.

Laidley brings five years of practice in Australia and uses straightforward language in session. He offers support for people who want to understand their reactions better and take practical steps towards change.

How his approaches translate to online work

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them, then choose small actions that match their values. It is often used for anxiety, stress and trouble making change. Client-Centred Therapy focuses on listening and understanding from the person's point of view, helping people feel heard and make their own choices. Mindfulness Therapy teaches simple attention practices to reduce reactivity and increase calm, useful for anger and ongoing worry.

Finding the right approach is a team effort. Laidley will talk with each person about symptoms, goals and what feels most useful, then try methods that suit the situation. He encourages checking in and adjusting the approach if something does not fit.

Confirm the session formats available before booking so arrangements match your needs. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, reduce travel time and allow shorter check-ins when that helps. It can also let someone work from a quieter location or choose not to be on camera, depending on their preference. A collaborative discussion at the first meeting will clarify which way of meeting is most helpful.