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Lindsay Sykes, BACP

Credentials: BACP
Experience: 15 years
Practising in: United Kingdom
Languages: English
Sessions: Online only
Client ages: Adults, 18 and over

Works with Stress, Anxiety Grief Self esteem Depression

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Lindsay Sykes is a counsellor with 15 years of experience. She offers a calm, down-to-earth presence and listens closely to what matters to you. Her approach is practical and collaborative so people can make changes that feel right for them.

Lindsay starts by helping clients say what is worrying them. She pays attention to everyday struggles like stress, anxiety, low mood, and sleep problems. She also supports people dealing with grief, fertility and pregnancy loss, compassion fatigue, addiction concerns and changes in life circumstances.

Background and approach

Her work combines person-centred listening with practical tools. Lindsay believes people are the experts in their own lives and she helps them notice options and make choices. She may suggest exercises such as journaling, mindfulness or worksheets when they suit the person.

Over the years she has focused on bereavement and loss, including miscarriage, baby and child loss, and counselling during ongoing pregnancy after loss. She has also provided support related to trauma and abuse, obsessive behaviours, neurodiversity concerns such as autism and Asperger syndrome, and postpartum difficulties. Lindsay is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, BACP.

She works with people in the United Kingdom and accepts international clients. Sessions are offered in English and are available by video, phone, live chat or text messaging. For those unsure where to begin, Lindsay helps people clarify their goals and decide on small first steps.

She focuses on practical ways to make life a little more manageable and meaningful over time.

How evidence-based approaches work online

Person-centred counselling centres on listening and helping you find your own answers. The therapist offers empathic, non-judgemental support and helps you notice options and make decisions about change. This approach is useful for people wanting a gentle, reflective space to talk through personal issues.

Cognitive behavioural techniques focus on specific thoughts and behaviours that keep problems going. This often includes short, practical exercises such as thought records, activity planning or simple behavioural experiments to reduce anxiety or low mood. These tools work well when someone wants focused, goal-oriented work.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapy process and will be a shared decision. The therapist will discuss goals, preferences and practical needs to choose methods that suit each person. Sessions can shift between listening-led work and more structured tasks as needed.

Online therapy offers flexibility and easier access to support. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation when interaction and visual cues matter. Phone sessions suit those who need a lower-bandwidth option or prefer not to be on camera. Live chat and text messaging make it simple to check in between sessions or to fit brief appointments into a busy day. Working online helps people arrange consistent care around work, family and other commitments.

What kinds of concerns does she support?

She supports people with stress, anxiety, depression, grief and self-esteem issues, as well as addictions, trauma and intimacy-related difficulties.

How would you describe her therapeutic style?

Her work blends person-centred listening with practical techniques such as mindfulness, journaling and CBT-style tools when helpful.

What is her background and experience?

She has 15 years of counselling experience and has specialised work with miscarriage, baby and child loss and fertility-related counselling.

What credentials and location are listed?

She is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, BACP, and practises from the United Kingdom.

Which languages and international options are available?

Sessions are offered in English and she accepts international clients.

What formats do sessions take?

Sessions are available by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

How much does therapy cost?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability and sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.

What is the process for starting therapy?

Begin by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to therapist availability.

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Experience: 15 years
Registered with: BACP
Languages: English

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Lindsay Sykes, BACP

Background and approach

How evidence-based approaches work online

Areas of focus

What this therapist works with

Others working with stress, anxiety