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About Laura

I'm Laura Haywood, a warm, grounded, dual-certified coach and counsellor. I offer a space for you to pause and breathe, so you can work through your challenges, focus on building your future or, uniquely, a journey that embraces both. 

HOW I GOT HERE

Two trainings, one focus

WHERE IT STARTED

Clinical practice

Trained as a psychodynamic counsellor at Cambridge University.

10 years working as a counsellor in different settings.

Working with people through some of their hardest chapters.

Working integratively for the clients' best interest.

PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE

BACP Accreditation

Accredited by the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy.

The professional grounding everything else is built upon.

A DECADE ABROAD

10 years in the US

Trained & Certified Authentic Leadership Coach, Emotional Mindset Mastery Coach.

Certified with the International Coaching Federation.

Professional Certified Coach (ICF PCC).

Working as a life coach, coach programme trainer & facilitator - training new coaches.

COMING HOME

Back to the UK

In late 2025, I moved back to the UK and brought all of that experience with me.

Currently working online across the UK and US.

WHERE IT'S GOING

Widening the door

What started as counselling, moved into coaching and now I offer both, separately, AND The Oakwood Path - helping you to heal and move forward.

At the heart of my practice is deep presence and integrity.

What matters most to me is creating a relationship built on compassion and genuine human connection.

Real work happens when people feel seen, heard, supported, and compassionately challenged (when the time is right).

ICF PCC.

Registered MBACP.

Keeping me grounded

What keeps my feet on the ground and staying present is being outdoors, in nature, mindfulness, my two greyhounds and an abundance of tea!

HOW I WORK

Your agenda

Most people arrive carrying two things at once. Something from the past that is still present, and something in the future they can't quite picture yet. I trained in both disciplines because I think they can both help you.

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There is no one-size-fits-all approach. Whether you're looking for counselling, coaching, or want to embark on The Oakwood Path, we find what's best for you, to help you overcome what's weighing you down.

 

That means sessions with me can look different depending on what you need. Processing your current challenges or your past can be slower and more reflective. Creating your future can be more structured and action/forward-focused. What stays constant is the safe, collaborative, and grounded space I offer. 

If this sounds like what you're looking for, I'd love to hear from you, whether it's through counselling, coaching, or The Oakwood Path.

Warmly, Laura

Rooted in therapy, Powered by coaching, focused on you!

Contact Me

Laura Haywood, ICF PCC, MBACP (Reg.)

U.K. 07586 841395

U.S. (919) 307 9153​

laura@laurahaywoodcoaching.co.uk

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Laura Haywood Coaching

Ransom Hall South

Ransom Wood Business Park

Mansfield

Nottinghamshire

NG21 0HJ

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