NCPS

Sydney Lewis, NCPS

Therapist in the UK

Sydney is a NCPS therapist in the UK.

10+ years of experience
Focus areas include Stress, Anxiety, Addictions
Approaches include Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Attachment-Based Therapy

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About Sydney

Sydney Lewis is a registered therapist based in the United Kingdom who helps people navigate stress, anxiety, grief, addiction, relationship challenges, and many other life difficulties. With a focus on meaning, purpose, and practical change, he draws on a range of therapeutic methods to support clients in identifying what they can change, what to accept, and how to move toward a more flourishing life.

He began his professional path in health, fitness, and well-being before training in counselling and psychotherapy, and over the past 10 years he has worked with individuals facing issues such as depression, ADHD, trauma and abuse, parenting and family concerns, intimacy and relationship difficulties, sleeping problems, and career transitions. He also offers help for more specific needs including adoption and foster care matters, attachment issues, caregiving stress, chronic illness and pain, and compassion fatigue.

Sydney works collaboratively, blending approaches to match each person’s goals and preferences. He is accredited with NCPS, which indicates recognised membership with a national counselling and psychotherapy body. His practice emphasizes practical, compassionate guidance aimed at growth rather than only focusing on pathology.

Areas of expertise

Experience

10+ years

Credentials

NCPS

Languages

English

Focus areas

Stress, Anxiety Addictions Grief Depression ADHDRelationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuse

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Intimacy-related issuesSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changes Coaching Compassion fatigue

Approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)Existential Therapy Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)

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Gottman Method Hypnotherapy Imago Relationship Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Somatic Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems

Also listed for

Abandonment Adoption and foster care Aging and geriatric issues Attachment issues Autism and Asperger Syndrome Avoidant personality

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Blended family issues Body image Cancer Caregiver issues and stress Chronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCommitment issues Communication problems Control issues Coping with natural or human-caused disaster Divorce and separation Domestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issues First responder issues Forgiveness Guilt and shame Impulsivity Infidelity Isolation / loneliness Jealousy Life purpose Men's issues Midlife crisis Money and financial issues Mood disorders Multicultural concerns Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD Panic disorder and panic attacks Phobias Post-traumatic stress Prejudice and discrimination Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harm Self-love Sex addiction Smoking / vaping cessation Social anxiety and phobia Somatization Workplace issues

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Support

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on helping people clarify their values and take committed action toward a more meaningful life while learning practical ways to relate differently to difficult thoughts and feelings. It can help with anxiety, depression, stress, and situations that involve uncertain change. Attachment-Based Therapy explores how early relationship patterns influence current connections and emotional responses, and it is useful for relationship difficulties, intimacy-related issues, and attachment concerns. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes an empathic, non-judgmental relationship in which the therapist supports the person’s own capacity for growth and self-understanding - this approach can be especially helpful for building self-esteem, navigating life transitions, and finding personal direction.

Sydney approaches treatment collaboratively, recognising that finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic journey. He works with clients to identify goals, preferences, and practical needs, then tailors methods from these modalities to suit individual circumstances and evolving priorities.

Online therapy offers flexibility and accessibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, making it easier to fit sessions into busy schedules and access support from different locations. Registered professionals can adapt these formats to deliver the same structured tools, reflective conversations, and skills training used in face-to-face work, allowing therapy to proceed in a way that fits each person’s life and pace.

Frequently asked questions

How much experience does Sydney Lewis have?

Sydney Lewis has 10 years of experience working in counselling and psychotherapy.

Is Sydney Lewis a registered therapist?

Yes. He holds the NCPS credential.

In which languages does Sydney Lewis provide therapy?

Sydney provides therapy in English.

Where is Sydney Lewis located?

Sydney is located in the United Kingdom.

How can I work with Sydney Lewis as my therapist?

You can work with Sydney through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Sydney Lewis work with international clients?

Yes, Sydney works with international clients.

How much does therapy with Sydney Lewis cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be cancelled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire to help match you with Sydney. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.