Lavanniya Langa, BACP

Lavanniya Langa is a counsellor with 14 years of experience working in the United Kingdom. She meets people where they are and helps them address stress, anxiety, relationship strain and trauma. Her approach is warm and respectful, and she adapts conversations to each person’s needs.

She uses a mix of methods centred on attachment, client-led work and practical strategies. That means sessions often look at how past relationships shape current patterns. It also means practical steps are used to manage difficult feelings and improve day-to-day functioning.

Lavanniya supports people through common life transitions and losses. She helps with grief, coping with change, parenting strain and career stress. She also works with issues such as self-esteem, intimacy-related worries, addictions and sleep or eating difficulties.

Her practice pays attention to particular relational themes like abandonment, attachment issues and blended family concerns. She also addresses long-term health challenges such as chronic pain, illness and disability, and the stress experienced by caregivers.

Sessions can be conducted in English and Tamil. Lavanniya works with people from diverse backgrounds, including LGBT clients, and she is open to international clients. She tailors the work to each person's goals and values, matching the pace and focus to what feels most useful.

Starting therapy begins with a short matching questionnaire and scheduling based on availability. Fees vary by location and a subscription model is used that can be cancelled at any time.

How therapeutic approaches shape online work

Attachment-Based Therapy looks at how early relationships influence current feelings and connections. In online sessions this can help identify patterns that affect trust, jealousy and closeness, and guide changes in how someone relates to others.

Client-Centred Therapy focuses on a person’s own goals and pace. The counsellor listens without judgement and supports people to find their own solutions, which can be useful for issues like self-esteem, life changes and grief.

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) uses practical steps to change unhelpful thoughts and behaviours. It often includes short exercises between sessions to manage anxiety, mood and everyday stressors.

Finding the right approach is part of the work and the counsellor will help decide what fits best. This is a collaborative process that considers the client's needs, goals and preferences and may combine elements from different methods.

Practical benefits of online therapy include easier scheduling around work and family commitments, and the ability to have sessions from different locations. If you plan to start, confirm the session formats offered before booking so you know whether phone or video is available. Online work can make it simpler to maintain continuity of care and to fit therapy into a busy life.