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Lyn Kirby, BACP

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

Works with AddictionsRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseGriefEating disorders

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Lyn Kirby offers straightforward, compassionate support for people facing addiction and relationship difficulties. She introduces a calm, non-judgemental presence so clients can say what they need to say. Lyn aims to help people feel heard and to find practical ways forward.

With 30 years of professional experience in the United Kingdom, Lyn draws on long-term clinical work to guide conversations. She uses client-centred therapy to follow the person’s pace and priorities.

Background and approach

She also uses motivational interviewing to help people find the will to change when motivation feels low. Many people seek Lyn's help for problems such as drug and alcohol addiction, eating and food-related issues, depression and bipolar mood struggles, and the aftermath of trauma or abuse. She also supports those dealing with grief, intimacy-related worries, self-esteem problems and family of origin concerns.

Lyn offers practical approaches rather than jargon. Sessions focus on listening, reflecting, and helping clients consider small, achievable steps. She pays attention to communication patterns, commitment worries, and codependency where these are relevant.

People sometimes bring complex histories, including abandonment, domestic violence, cancer-related distress, or ageing concerns. Lyn uses her experience to help unpack these issues slowly and respectfully. The aim is clearer thinking, better coping, and steadier day-to-day functioning.

Sessions are available in English and can be arranged online in a format that suits the client. Lyn is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, listed as BACP, and offers a collaborative, steady approach to change.

How Lyn’s approaches work in online therapy

Client-centred therapy is about making the session focus on the person's needs. The counsellor listens closely, reflects what is said, and helps the client decide what matters most. This approach is useful for people who want a calm space to talk through painful experiences and to be heard.

Motivational interviewing helps when someone feels stuck or uncertain about change. It uses short, structured conversations to explore ambivalence and to build personal reasons for taking steps forward. This method can help with addictions, eating issues, and making day-to-day changes.

Choosing the right approach is part of the work together. The counsellor will discuss goals, preferences and practical needs and then adapt the style accordingly. Clients and therapist make decisions collaboratively so the plan fits the person rather than the other way around.

Online sessions use video calls, phone appointments, live chat or text-based messaging to offer flexibility. Video works well for more in-depth conversations, while phone calls can suit shorter check-ins or lower bandwidth. Live chat and messaging allow for brief updates and paced conversations across the week. These options make it easier to fit therapy around work, family and everyday life.
What concerns does Lyn commonly help with?
She works with addictions, eating related problems, trauma and abuse, grief, relationship and intimacy issues, depression and bipolar difficulties, and self-esteem and family of origin matters.
What is Lyn's therapeutic style like?
She uses a client-centred approach to listen and follow the person's priorities, together with motivational interviewing to strengthen readiness for change.
How much experience does Lyn have?
Lyn has 30 years of professional experience in clinical work within the United Kingdom.
What credentials and location apply to Lyn?
She is listed with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, shown as BACP, and is based in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are supported and can international clients connect?
Sessions are offered in English and international clients are accepted.
What session formats are offered?
Sessions can take place by video call, by phone, via live chat, or through text-based messaging.
How is cost handled for sessions?
Cost varies with location and the therapist's scheduling; sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
How does someone begin working with Lyn?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.

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Experience
30 years
Registered with
BACP
Languages
English

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