Counsellor profile
Leela Kealani, NCPS
Counsellor - stress and trauma
See online counselling options- Stress and anxiety
- Trauma and abuse
- Somatic work
About Leela
Counsellor, NCPS, with five years' experience working in the United Kingdom. Leela Kealani helps people who are struggling with stress, anxiety, relationship difficulties, trauma and abuse, low self esteem and depression. She also supports work on motivation and confidence.
Leela uses talking therapies alongside somatic work to help the body process distress linked to past events. She treats feelings and thoughts alongside bodily reactions, and she offers a straightforward way of looking at what keeps problems going. Sessions focus on practical steps and understanding patterns that affect day-to-day life.
Her approach assumes the person knows their story best. She aims to help people spot strengths they already have and use them to manage anxiety, mood shifts and relationship strain. Conversations are grounded and direct, with time to notice what the body is doing in stressful moments.
Leela has developed experience over five years with a range of concerns including panic attacks, social anxiety, post-traumatic stress, attachment and abandonment issues, and difficulties around forgiveness, guilt or shame. She also works with body image and control issues, and the emotional impact of divorce and separation.
People who want clear, practical support about their feelings, behaviour and bodily responses may find her way of working useful. To begin, follow the site process to complete the short matching questionnaire and arrange a first session.
How her approaches translate to online counselling
Leela uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques alongside somatic methods. Talking therapies help people identify unhelpful thoughts and patterns and work on practical changes for mood and relationships. Somatic work focuses on bodily signals and gentle exercises to release stored tension linked to past events; this can support recovery from trauma and intense anxiety.Choosing the right approach is part of the work together. The counsellor will discuss what feels most useful, try different ways of working, and adjust the focus based on the person’s goals and preferences. This is a collaborative process rather than a one-size-fits-all plan.
The site outlines how to start and what to expect, but confirm current session options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit counselling around work and family commitments and avoid travel. They also allow shorter check-ins when needed, and offer a way to work without being on camera if that helps concentration or energy levels.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
5+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she help with most?
She helps with stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, self esteem and depression. Additional areas include panic attacks, social anxiety, attachment and body image concerns.
What is her therapeutic style?
She combines talking therapies with somatic work to address both thoughts and bodily reactions. The work focuses on spotting patterns and practical steps for day-to-day life.
How long has she been practising?
She has five years of professional experience in counselling work.
Which professional body is she registered with?
She is registered with NCPS as stated in her profile.
Do sessions take place in other languages?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the UK work with her?
She is not currently accepting international clients.
How are sessions charged?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
What are the first steps to begin?
Use the See online counselling options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Details come from information the counsellor supplied to BetterHelp. A membership or registration can be checked on the professional body's own register.
Online counselling is not emergency care. In an emergency call 999, or see the help numbers.