Lynda Somerville, BACP

Lynda Somerville offers practical, person-centred counselling rooted in evidence-based therapeutic techniques. She creates a calm, non-judgemental space where people can talk about stress, anxiety, relationship strain, low self-esteem and coping with life changes. Lynda is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP).

She holds a Bachelor of Science with Honours in Psychology and a Postgraduate Diploma in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, and has four years' experience working with adults. Her work often involves straightforward talking, setting small goals and trying out new ways of managing difficult feelings. Sessions are focused on what matters to the individual and on practical steps they can take between meetings.

Lynda has supported people dealing with work-related stress, caring pressures, burnout and compassion fatigue. She also assists those facing grief, loss and major life transitions. Her approach is gentle but purposeful, helping people notice patterns and choose different responses.

Therapy with Lynda is collaborative. She listens first, then suggests techniques that fit the person and their day-to-day life. This might include simple thought exercises, pacing strategies for stress, and ways to rebuild confidence.

If someone wants to begin, they are invited to use the Start Therapy button and complete a short matching questionnaire. Scheduling is arranged to suit the person and the therapist's availability.

How evidence-based techniques work in online therapy

Many clients benefit from Cognitive Behavioural Therapy methods, which focus on the link between thoughts, feelings and actions and teach practical exercises to reduce anxiety and manage stress. These techniques help people notice unhelpful thinking patterns and try small behavioural changes to feel better over time.

Person-centred ways of working are also used, where the counsellor listens closely and follows the person's lead. This approach helps build understanding and focuses on what the individual wants to change, such as improving self-esteem or coping with loss.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will discuss options and decide together which methods fit the person's goals and everyday life. This is a collaborative process and can change as therapy progresses.

Confirm the precise online session formats before booking, as the original biography does not list specific options. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy around work or caring responsibilities, reduce travel time and allow check-ins from different locations. Some formats also make it simpler to have shorter, more frequent sessions or to use audio-only meetings when video is difficult.