Dominic Lourie , BACP

Dominic Lourie brings a person-centred approach to therapy, viewing it as a privilege to listen to and sit with people's stories. He strives to meet individuals where they are, creating an equal space for exploration and collaborative problem solving. Having trained and practised as a fully qualified person-centred counsellor for seven years, Dominic began his career working in hostels supporting people experiencing homelessness and has since worked across NHS services, corporate settings, and private practice, gaining experience with a broad range of life challenges and presentations.

He approaches each referral with respect for the intensity of emotion people bring, treating feelings with seriousness while maintaining a humane, down-to-earth stance in the counselling relationship. Dominic works in line with the BACP code of ethics - BACP being the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy - and aims to combine professionalism with a warm, person-focused way of working so genuine progress can be made over time.

How Dominic's Approaches Work Online

Dominic often draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy - ACT - which helps clients clarify their values and develop practical skills to accept difficult thoughts and feelings while committing to actions that matter. This approach can be useful for anxiety, stress, and life transitions. He also uses attachment-based therapy to explore how early relationships influence current patterns of relating and emotion; this can be helpful for relationship difficulties, intimacy issues, and attachment concerns. In keeping with his person-centred training, Dominic offers a client-led, empathetic style that prioritises the individual's experience and pace, supporting self-understanding and personal growth.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Dominic works with each person to identify which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, and adapts the way he works as therapy progresses. Clients are supported to try approaches and reflect on what feels most helpful.

Online sessions by video, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging offer flexibility for those balancing work, family, or geographical distance. These options make it easier to access licensed professionals without travel, allow for varied session formats to suit different needs, and can help maintain continuity of support across changing circumstances.