About Lydia
Thank you for checking out my website. I thought I would tell you a little bit about myself. I am currently working in private practice as a qualified integrative counsellor offering individual counselling and couples counselling. I previously worked as a certified health coach for many years which lead me to a career in counselling. I am also a qualified yoga teacher so I really believe in taking a holistic approach to wellbeing.
I am very passionate about the work that I do having personally struggled with depression, anxiety and crippling self-esteem issues for many years, so I know first hand how debilitating these individual struggles can be on a person.
My personal experience allows me to really understand my clients on a much deeper level which enhances the therapeutic process in a positive and supportive way.
Professional Membership
I am a Registered Member of the BACP (membership number: 00925805) the British Association for Counselling & Psychotherapy; the professional association for members of the counselling professions in the UK. This is important as I am bound by both their Ethical Framework and Professional Conduct Procedure to ensure I am working professionally, safely and ethically with my clients.
I am fully insured and registered with the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO).
I am also registered with Psychology Today and Counselling Directory.
Qualifications & Training
Accredited Certificate in Professional Couples Counselling
CPCAB Level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling
CPCAB Level 3 in Counselling Studies
CPCAB Level 2 in Counselling Skills
Certified Yoga Teacher - 200hr Yoga Teacher Training
Reiki Level 1
Certified Eating Psychology Coach - The Institute for the Psychology of Eating
Certified Health Coach - The Institute of Integrative Nutrition
Additional training and workshops
CPDs (Continuing professional development)
Working with Shame
Understanding Domestic Abuse for Health Professionals
Linking skills to Practise
Certificate for Counselling Placement Training
