- CBT techniques
- Mindfulness practice
- Client-centred work
About Lyndsey
Lyndsey McCartney is a counsellor registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and the National Counselling & Psychotherapy Society (NCPS) with eight years of professional experience in the United Kingdom. She works with people facing stress, anxiety, grief, relationship and family concerns, parenting strain, trauma and abuse, anger, low self-esteem, career issues and depression. Lyndsey also supports those coping with major life changes and compassion fatigue.
Lyndsey’s background includes bereavement and loss work, and she has helped people through many kinds of loss - from the death of a loved one to separation, job loss, or changes in health. She describes loss broadly, including the loss of a pet or the ending of a marriage. This practical focus shapes how she plans sessions.
Her approach mixes client-centred listening with cognitive behavioural techniques and psychodynamic ideas. Sessions include talking through problems, spotting unhelpful thinking patterns, and practising small changes between meetings. Mindfulness and motivational interviewing are also part of her toolkit.
People meet Lyndsey for straightforward conversation about what is not working, and for steps they can try right away. She uses clear explanations and teaches simple strategies to manage strong feelings, including anger and grief. Sessions aim to be active and collaborative rather than only reflective.
Fees vary by location and sessions are provided through a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time. To begin, a person completes a short matching questionnaire and schedules a first session using the See online therapy options button.
Therapeutic approaches and how online work can help
Client-Centred Therapy focuses on listening and supporting people to make their own choices. It is useful when someone needs a space to talk through feelings such as anger, grief or frustration and to explore what matters to them.Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) looks at links between thoughts, feelings and behaviour. It helps spot unhelpful thinking patterns and introduces small practical exercises to reduce reactivity or ongoing worry.
Mindfulness Therapy teaches simple awareness exercises to reduce rumination and to notice strong emotions before they escalate. It can be useful for stress, anger and anxiety when someone wants short, practical techniques to try between sessions.
Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the work. The therapist will discuss goals, preferences and what has or has not helped before, and then agree a plan together. This is a collaborative process that can change as needs evolve.
If you plan to meet online, confirm the session formats offered before booking. The practical benefits of online therapy include fitting sessions around work or family routines, saving travel time, and using shorter check-ins when schedules are tight. Different formats can suit quieter sessions, a choice to be on or off camera, or a quick coaching-style meeting for practical problem solving.
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Experience
8+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she help with related to anger?
She works with anger alongside issues such as relationship strain, grief, stress and trauma. Sessions look at how anger shows up day to day and practical ways to respond to it.
What is her general approach in sessions?
She combines client-centred listening with cognitive behavioural strategies and psychodynamic ideas. Mindfulness and motivational interviewing are used when they suit the client.
How much experience does she have?
She has eight years of professional experience working as a counsellor and life coach. Her background includes focused work in bereavement and loss.
What credentials and location are listed?
She is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and the National Counselling & Psychotherapy Society (NCPS) and practises in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the UK work with her?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are sessions arranged and paid for?
Sessions use a subscription payment that can be cancelled at any time and fees vary with location. Exact session fees depend on the person’s chosen location.
What are the first steps to start working together?
Use the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule a first session. The questionnaire and scheduling system guide the initial arrangements.