My Family Psychologist

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When You Know Life Can Be Better

Sometimes knowing something needs to change comes long before knowing what to do about it.

I offer experienced psychological therapy for women, alongside specialist psychological support for children, young people, and families. Based in Morpeth, my work is evidence-based, individual, and focused on understanding what is really going on, not simply attaching a label to it.

Video and telephone therapy available nationally and, where appropriate, internationally, with in-person appointments in Morpeth.

When You’re Used to Being the One Who Copes

Being capable and struggling are not opposites.

Many of the adults I work with have continued functioning through difficult relationships, betrayal, emotional abuse, trauma, loss, anxiety, low self-esteem, or years of putting their own needs last. From the outside, very little may appear to be wrong. Inside, you may be overthinking everything, losing confidence in your own judgement, repeating patterns you understand intellectually but cannot seem to change, or wondering how you became so far removed from yourself.

Psychological therapy for women can provide a confidential space to understand these patterns, work through what has happened, and consider what needs to change.

You may not need another person telling you how to cope. You may need somewhere intelligent, honest, and psychologically informed to work out why this is happening, what belongs to the past, what is happening now, and what you want to do differently.

You can understand yourself very well and still find yourself stuck.

Therapy offers a confidential space where you do not have to perform, look after anyone else, or have all the answers.

That is where I start.

When You’re Worried About Your Child

When your child is struggling, it can be difficult to know what is normal, what needs attention, and what will genuinely help.

I work with children, young people, and families experiencing anxiety, emotional or behavioural difficulties, trauma, neurodivergence, parenting pressures, relational dynamics, and family-system challenges.

I do not look at a child as a collection of symptoms. I consider their development, personality, relationships, family circumstances, school, and wider environment. Sometimes the most useful work is with the young person. Sometimes parents or the wider family need to be involved. Often, understanding how the pieces fit together is what finally makes the difficulty make sense.

The aim is a clearer understanding of what is driving the problem and a practical way forward for the child and the people around them.

Online & Telephone Psychological Therapy

You don’t need to live near Morpeth to access psychological support. Video and telephone appointments are available nationally, providing a flexible way to access psychological therapy from wherever you are in the UK.

International psychological therapy may also be available where appropriate, depending on your circumstances and professional requirements.

If travelling to an appointment isn’t practical, online or telephone therapy can provide another way to access thoughtful, evidence-based psychological support.

Meet Luisa

I’m Luisa. I’ve 27 years’ experience working with people whose lives, histories, and relationships are rarely straightforward.

I’m warm, curious, and direct. I listen carefully, but therapy with me is not simply a space where you talk and I nod. I ask questions. I notice patterns. I make connections. I may ask you to look at something from an angle you have not considered before.

I draw on a wide range of established psychological approaches, but I do not start with a therapy model and try to fit you into it. I start with you. The psychology follows.

What My Clients Say

    
 
 
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   Nat 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We have had such a positive experience with Luisa. From the beginning, she has made our son feel comfortable and at ease, which is incredibly important as he can be quite reserved and doesn't always find it easy to talk about how he is feeling. He genuinely likes speaking to her and has built a lovely relationship with her.

Luisa is warm, understanding and very knowledgeable, and we feel that she really listens to him and understands the difficulties he is experiencing. She has also been supportive and reassuring to us as parents.

Even though some of our appointments have been via video, he engages really well with her and looks forward to speaking with her.

We are very grateful to have found someone he trusts and feels able to talk openly with, and I wouldn't hesitate to recommend Luisa to other families.
  
 
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   Geraldine Cavanagh 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Mental health is no joke Absolutely the best therapist if it wasn't for you I really do believe i wouldn't be here and in a better head space your always supportive and willing to help  at any time you even when I'm doubting myself over something dumb
  
 
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   Joanne Sloane 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Luisa is absolutely fantastic and I can't recommend her enough. Her knowledge and experience is first class, and no matter the issue, she will gently but effectively support you until you're in a better place. I have learnt so much about myself and how to deal with a whole range of emotions and challenges. This wouldn't have been possible without the therapy received from Luisa.
  
 
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   Jessica Taylor-Piper 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Luisa has such a calm, grounding presence and from the moment you speak with her you feel genuinely seen and understood. She creates a safe space without ever making things feel heavy or overwhelming, and she has a way of helping you make sense of things with real compassion and clarity. Even in just one session I felt more contained, more stabilised, and more hopeful.

Her approach is gentle but insightful, and you can tell she truly cares about the people she works with, it doesn’t feel clinical, it feels human. I’m so grateful to have found her and wouldn’t hesitate to recommend her to anyone who needs support, whether for deeper work or simply a safe space to breathe and process.
  
 
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   Joanna Trewick 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Luisa is so very much helpful, I appreciate her and the support she’s giving me each session
Giving me the strength to try and achieve my goals, she’s always so welcoming, I would highly recommend her! Each session keeps on getting more better and more closer to improving my social skills and interactions,your always so thoughtful.

Thankyou Luisa
See you at the next session
— Layla X
  
 
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   Charlotte Robson 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Louisa was extremely effective with my bad mental health! My spiral thinking and crazy ideas would be instantly turned around, and all the chaotic mess spinning in my head would literally be banished. I would leave feeling secure and peaceful in my head. Louisa has  the knowledge and the rare gift to tune in to exactly what is going wrong upstairs in short period of time. I’ve wasted thousands on different phycologists, however Louisa is not one of them! Highly recommend x
  
 
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   Sonja Sutcliffe 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I really appreciated Luisa’s help at my lowest points and she helped me to use my logic brain to get myself through what at the time seemed like an ending of everything! I will forever be grateful to her for this. ❤️
  
 
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   Laura Anderson 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Luisa has been the most fantastic support to my daughter for the past 7 months. Having contacted several Psychologists to find the right person, I definitely made the right decision. Right from the outset Luisa has made her feel very welcome and had an instant connection where my daughter felt comfortable about opening up about her trauma, feelings and struggles. Her knowledge and insights into different situations and trauma’s are second to none, especially with adolescents. The coping strategies and techniques she uses have been super helpful. Luisa has gone over and above with the support she has provided to my daughter and to me as a parent, even reaching out to the school to ensure support is provided there too and always regularly communicates updates.

Above all, she listens, has genuine empathy with situations and wants to support in the best way possible.

I highly recommend Luisa if you’re considering a Psychologist, she has been absolutely amazing so far!
  
 
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   Perfect Key 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Amazing therapist helps me so much
  
 
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   Jack Yule 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I couldn't have asked for a better and more understanding psychologist, she's great at her job and not only helped me through my recent struggles but also helped me to be able to deal with future struggles independently. I can't describe how grateful I am to have been helped by Louisa, thank you.

Psychologist in Morpeth and Newcastle

My Family Psychologist provides in-person psychological appointments in Morpeth, Northumberland, alongside psychological therapy by video and telephone for clients across the UK.