Lisa Rowley, BACP

Lisa Rowley is a counsellor with over six years of hands-on experience supporting young people and adults in both private practice and school settings. She has worked directly with young people who have experienced domestic abuse and offers focused help for stress, anxiety, grief and loss, and depression, as well as support for those affected by domestic violence.

Her approach centres on creating a non-judgemental, empathetic space where people can feel able to share difficult thoughts and emotions. Through attentive listening and collaborative conversation, she works with clients to explore underlying causes of their struggles and to develop practical plans for moving forward.

Lisa treats everyone with sensitivity, respect and compassion and is committed to helping people explore their feelings in a supportive environment. She recognises that starting therapy takes courage, and she aims to be a steady presence through that process so clients do not have to face their challenges alone. She holds BACP credentials - membership of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, a UK professional body for counsellors and psychotherapists.

Therapeutic approaches and online support

Lisa draws on client-centred therapy to place the person and their experience at the heart of the work - this approach focuses on empathy, acceptance and collaboration so people feel heard while they explore feelings and personal goals. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is used to identify unhelpful thinking and behaviour patterns and to develop practical strategies for managing symptoms like anxiety, low mood or stress. Lisa also offers EMDR for those who have traumatic memories that continue to cause distress - this approach can help process difficult memories and reduce their emotional impact.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic journey and Lisa works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods fit their needs, goals and preferences. Together they review what is helping and adjust the approach as therapy progresses so the work remains relevant and responsive.

Online therapy options include video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging, offering flexibility to fit around work, caregiving or geographical limits. These formats make it possible to access support from registered professionals without the need for in-person travel, and they allow sessions to be scheduled at times that suit the client while maintaining a consistent therapeutic relationship.