Online Counselling for Lisburn

Photo of Kristian Loughins - Counselling with Krissy, MBACP, Counsellor
Counselling with Krissy
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Lisburn BT28
Is stress or anxiety holding you back, making you irritable and stopping you from being the person you want to be? Are thoughts about the past or concerns about the future overwhelming you? Is life getting on top of you or you're feeling low? I can work with you to help cope with the demands of work and home life, pocess the painful past so that you can focus on enjoying the present, build your self-esteem, be less short-tempered and equip you with tools that you can use now and in the future.
Is stress or anxiety holding you back, making you irritable and stopping you from being the person you want to be? Are thoughts about the past or concerns about the future overwhelming you? Is life getting on top of you or you're feeling low? I can work with you to help cope with the demands of work and home life, pocess the painful past so that you can focus on enjoying the present, build your self-esteem, be less short-tempered and equip you with tools that you can use now and in the future.
07961 928095 View 07961 928095
Photo of Megan Williams, MNCPS Acc., Counsellor
Megan Williams
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
Lisburn BT28
Welcome and thank you for visiting my page. I am an accredited integrative counsellor and psychotherapist. Integrative means that I can use different counselling techniques such as Person Centred, Psychodynamic and CBT, this allows me to provide therapy that is best suited to your individual needs. You may be searching here because you want something in your life to change, or because you need a safe place to explore the past and how it may be affecting you now. Whatever the reason I can provide a safe non-judgmental space and work collaboratively with you on this journey to make positive changes in your life.
Welcome and thank you for visiting my page. I am an accredited integrative counsellor and psychotherapist. Integrative means that I can use different counselling techniques such as Person Centred, Psychodynamic and CBT, this allows me to provide therapy that is best suited to your individual needs. You may be searching here because you want something in your life to change, or because you need a safe place to explore the past and how it may be affecting you now. Whatever the reason I can provide a safe non-judgmental space and work collaboratively with you on this journey to make positive changes in your life.
028 9694 3411 View 028 9694 3411
Photo of Iris Brennan - First Step Counselling, Adults, Couples and CYP, DCounsPsych, MNCPS Acc., Psychotherapist
First Step Counselling, Adults, Couples and CYP
Psychotherapist, DCounsPsych, MNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
Lisburn BT28
Thank you for visiting my page please check out my website- www.firststepcounselling.uk. I am an Integrative Counsellor and Psychotherapist. Integrative therapy is combined approaches that blends elements of different theories. Tailoring my approach to you, there are many ways in which we can explore your individual experience together. My goal is to help you deal with issues or problems you might be having. working together in a safe and confidential place, we can make positive change in your life. In counselling, I can help you see things in different way, will guide you and facilitate your needs to help you feel better.
Thank you for visiting my page please check out my website- www.firststepcounselling.uk. I am an Integrative Counsellor and Psychotherapist. Integrative therapy is combined approaches that blends elements of different theories. Tailoring my approach to you, there are many ways in which we can explore your individual experience together. My goal is to help you deal with issues or problems you might be having. working together in a safe and confidential place, we can make positive change in your life. In counselling, I can help you see things in different way, will guide you and facilitate your needs to help you feel better.
028 9694 3671 View 028 9694 3671
Photo of Phil Fairley, MNCPS Acc., Counsellor
Phil Fairley
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lisburn BT28
I work in private practice and offer brief solution-focused therapy interventions and long-term integrative psychotherapy. My approach is fully integrative working with clients on a case-by-case basis, because each person brings a unique set of complexities that require an individual and distinctive approach that is tailored to their needs. I am an accredited member of BACP and NCPS. My professional experience has been built up over several years working in a community-based counselling organisation and an Employee Assistance Program, giving me a wide variety of experiences.
I work in private practice and offer brief solution-focused therapy interventions and long-term integrative psychotherapy. My approach is fully integrative working with clients on a case-by-case basis, because each person brings a unique set of complexities that require an individual and distinctive approach that is tailored to their needs. I am an accredited member of BACP and NCPS. My professional experience has been built up over several years working in a community-based counselling organisation and an Employee Assistance Program, giving me a wide variety of experiences.
01571 590065 View 01571 590065
Photo of Natalia Jane Hodgers, MBACP, Counsellor
Natalia Jane Hodgers
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Lisburn BT27
I am a caring, compassionate & experienced counsellor living and working just off the M1 at Lisburn. I am focused on helping you change negative thoughts & behaviours that may be holding you back from fulfilling your full potential. I work hard in helping you to work through issues in your relationships with an open and helpful approach. Using techniques & strategies to move you forward with the stresses and strains we all face from time to time. I have a warm & welcoming disposition that will help to put you at your ease. Please feel free to contact me anytime.
I am a caring, compassionate & experienced counsellor living and working just off the M1 at Lisburn. I am focused on helping you change negative thoughts & behaviours that may be holding you back from fulfilling your full potential. I work hard in helping you to work through issues in your relationships with an open and helpful approach. Using techniques & strategies to move you forward with the stresses and strains we all face from time to time. I have a warm & welcoming disposition that will help to put you at your ease. Please feel free to contact me anytime.
028 9163 8565 View 028 9163 8565
Photo of Christine Crossey - Way Forward CBT and Counselling, MSc, MBABCP, Psychotherapist
Way Forward CBT and Counselling
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBABCP
Verified Verified
Lisburn BT28
Way Forward offers Professional Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, and Specialist Counselling services to Adults, children, and adolescents. I have been supporting people who are struggling with their mental health and well-being for more than 20 years in a variety of settings including the NHS, Private, Voluntary, and Public Sectors. My overall approach to therapy tends to be straightforward and honest, I value transparency and direct communication in the therapeutic relationship.
Way Forward offers Professional Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, and Specialist Counselling services to Adults, children, and adolescents. I have been supporting people who are struggling with their mental health and well-being for more than 20 years in a variety of settings including the NHS, Private, Voluntary, and Public Sectors. My overall approach to therapy tends to be straightforward and honest, I value transparency and direct communication in the therapeutic relationship.
028 9163 8581 View 028 9163 8581
Photo of Suzanne Sloan, MBACP, Counsellor
Suzanne Sloan
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Lisburn BT28
I offer a safe and relaxed space in which you can explore your inner world with no judgement. Meeting you where you are, I provide an individualised level of care through a blended approach where you can talk freely, be deeply heard and feel understood. Engaging in counselling can be a powerful way to explore issues with the aim of bringing a sense of relief, peace and clarity. Through listening my aim is to collaboratively explore and gain a better understanding of your unique world, in doing so we ensure that we create solutions that fit with your life.
I offer a safe and relaxed space in which you can explore your inner world with no judgement. Meeting you where you are, I provide an individualised level of care through a blended approach where you can talk freely, be deeply heard and feel understood. Engaging in counselling can be a powerful way to explore issues with the aim of bringing a sense of relief, peace and clarity. Through listening my aim is to collaboratively explore and gain a better understanding of your unique world, in doing so we ensure that we create solutions that fit with your life.
028 9124 2034 View 028 9124 2034
Photo of Carole Chambers, MBACP Accred, Counsellor
Carole Chambers
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lisburn BT28
Hi I'm Carole, thanks for checking out my profile. I have always been interested in people, how we all experience our world, and how life events affect us. I understand that we can have difficulties with thoughts, feelings, circumstances and relationships leading to confusion, low self esteem, lack of confidence, stress and difficulty coping with life. The effects of the Covid 19 pandemic have resulted in more stressful situations, with less effective coping skills, due to isolation, bereavement, fear and lack of opportunity to look after our mental health as we previously did. I understand your experience is unique to you.
Hi I'm Carole, thanks for checking out my profile. I have always been interested in people, how we all experience our world, and how life events affect us. I understand that we can have difficulties with thoughts, feelings, circumstances and relationships leading to confusion, low self esteem, lack of confidence, stress and difficulty coping with life. The effects of the Covid 19 pandemic have resulted in more stressful situations, with less effective coping skills, due to isolation, bereavement, fear and lack of opportunity to look after our mental health as we previously did. I understand your experience is unique to you.
01571 590117 View 01571 590117
Joan Cummings
Psychotherapist, MSc, MUKCP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lisburn BT28
I can offer face to face therapy or online therapy or a mixture of both, whatever you would find most beneficial.
Life can throw many challenges and sometimes we can get a bit stuck and not sure what to do to change the situation. I understand that it can be difficult to ask for help but seeking some help is the first step to improving your situation.. Sometimes it is easier talking to someone out side your family circle or friendship group about an issue that is causing you or your family distress and instead to talk to a professional therapist I offer a free 15 minute consultation if you are unsure if talking therapy can help. Therapy can help build self esteem, reduce anxiety , improve relationships with family and peers .
I can offer face to face therapy or online therapy or a mixture of both, whatever you would find most beneficial.
Life can throw many challenges and sometimes we can get a bit stuck and not sure what to do to change the situation. I understand that it can be difficult to ask for help but seeking some help is the first step to improving your situation.. Sometimes it is easier talking to someone out side your family circle or friendship group about an issue that is causing you or your family distress and instead to talk to a professional therapist I offer a free 15 minute consultation if you are unsure if talking therapy can help. Therapy can help build self esteem, reduce anxiety , improve relationships with family and peers .
028 9124 3044 View 028 9124 3044
Photo of Rachel McKinstry - Querencia Counselling NI, MBACP, Counsellor
Querencia Counselling NI
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Lisburn BT28  (Online Only)
Querencia (ke-ren-cia) is a Spanish metaphysical concept meaning 'a place in which one's strength is drawn, where one feels at home and the place you are your most authentic self.' The conditions I provide such as safety, security, confidentiality and non- judgement all contribute to providing your basic needs of safety and belonging. This then allows strength to start to begin to be regained.
Querencia (ke-ren-cia) is a Spanish metaphysical concept meaning 'a place in which one's strength is drawn, where one feels at home and the place you are your most authentic self.' The conditions I provide such as safety, security, confidentiality and non- judgement all contribute to providing your basic needs of safety and belonging. This then allows strength to start to begin to be regained.
028 9124 4157 View 028 9124 4157
Photo of Jim Ward, MBACP Accred, Counsellor
Jim Ward
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Lisburn BT28
I offer a confidential, empathic, non-judgemental counselling service empowering clients to reach their full potential. I am an accredited member of the BACP and I follow their guidelines for ethical practice and I am committed to embodying the core qualities of a safe and effective counsellor. I have worked in the community and in private practice with 21 years experience in the field of adult mental health and wellbeing. I am an integrative Counsellor drawing from different evidence based psychological theories and approaches depending on the needs of the client to provide a unique and tailored intervention.
I offer a confidential, empathic, non-judgemental counselling service empowering clients to reach their full potential. I am an accredited member of the BACP and I follow their guidelines for ethical practice and I am committed to embodying the core qualities of a safe and effective counsellor. I have worked in the community and in private practice with 21 years experience in the field of adult mental health and wellbeing. I am an integrative Counsellor drawing from different evidence based psychological theories and approaches depending on the needs of the client to provide a unique and tailored intervention.
028 9694 3504 View 028 9694 3504
Photo of Elaine Bell, MBACP, Counsellor
Elaine Bell
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Lisburn BT28  (Online Only)
At present I can only offer telephone and online counselling.
Hello I'm Elaine. I started my counselling training in 2012. I am an integrative counsellor. Being integrative means I tailor the approach of counselling to what works best for you. Approaches that I use are Psychodynamic, Person Centred and CBT. Sometimes we will used an approach on its own or have a combination of a few. My experience comes from working as a crisis counsellor in the areas of trauma, bereavement, self harm and domestic abuse. I have a keen interest in working with trauma and have completed an (Hons) Degree using trauma research which I integrate into my work. All communities of people are welcome.
At present I can only offer telephone and online counselling.
Hello I'm Elaine. I started my counselling training in 2012. I am an integrative counsellor. Being integrative means I tailor the approach of counselling to what works best for you. Approaches that I use are Psychodynamic, Person Centred and CBT. Sometimes we will used an approach on its own or have a combination of a few. My experience comes from working as a crisis counsellor in the areas of trauma, bereavement, self harm and domestic abuse. I have a keen interest in working with trauma and have completed an (Hons) Degree using trauma research which I integrate into my work. All communities of people are welcome.
028 9124 1036 View 028 9124 1036
Photo of Leanne Kernohan, MBACP, Counsellor
Leanne Kernohan
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Lisburn BT28  (Online Only)
I offer online sessions daily.
Hi thanks for visiting my profile. I am a fully qualified integrative therapist and have experience delivering counselling within the voluntary and community sector(including Emerge counselling services and start 360).As a integrative therapist I use different theories to suit each clients needs and focus on what you would like to achieve from counselling. I work with a range of areas including depression, anxiety, addictions sexual additions, self-esteem and relationship issues. My hope is to provide all my clients a safe non judgemental space to explore their issues. I am a BACP member and adhere to their guidelines.
I offer online sessions daily.
Hi thanks for visiting my profile. I am a fully qualified integrative therapist and have experience delivering counselling within the voluntary and community sector(including Emerge counselling services and start 360).As a integrative therapist I use different theories to suit each clients needs and focus on what you would like to achieve from counselling. I work with a range of areas including depression, anxiety, addictions sexual additions, self-esteem and relationship issues. My hope is to provide all my clients a safe non judgemental space to explore their issues. I am a BACP member and adhere to their guidelines.
028 9694 3662 View 028 9694 3662
Photo of Meriel Anne Pinkerton, MBACP Snr. Accred, Counsellor
Meriel Anne Pinkerton
Counsellor, MBACP Snr. Accred
Verified Verified
Lisburn BT28
I have over 27 years counselling experience. I am a BACP Accredited Counsellor and an ACC Registered Counsellor. I have been practising as a counsellor since 1995. I have my own practice based in Lisburn and offer both short and long term counselling to individual clients. I have experience working in the Community/Voluntary sector, with the Health & Social Care Trust (EAP sector) and in Private Practice. Spending time in counselling can help you better understand who you are and what you would like out of life. It can also help you build better relationships, work through past losses and trauma, and set goals for the future.
I have over 27 years counselling experience. I am a BACP Accredited Counsellor and an ACC Registered Counsellor. I have been practising as a counsellor since 1995. I have my own practice based in Lisburn and offer both short and long term counselling to individual clients. I have experience working in the Community/Voluntary sector, with the Health & Social Care Trust (EAP sector) and in Private Practice. Spending time in counselling can help you better understand who you are and what you would like out of life. It can also help you build better relationships, work through past losses and trauma, and set goals for the future.
028 9124 2062 View 028 9124 2062
Photo of Angela Wicke, MBACP, Counsellor
Angela Wicke
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Lisburn BT28
Waitlist for new clients
Hi! I welcome you to my quiet counselling room, as well as offering sessions via video or telephone. I specialise working with individuals, couples, & families with anxieties, bereavements, depression, & relationship challenges. I have much experience in treating ADHD/ASD, OCD & other inherited cognitive frustrations that can burden us, often filling us with shame, fear, anger, self-hate, emotional extremes, & self-harm. I'm near Lisburn & Belfast. I also offer Mindfulness, EMDR, & DBT. Please note: I gladly offer concessions to nurses & all others in the helping professions. Spread the word!
Hi! I welcome you to my quiet counselling room, as well as offering sessions via video or telephone. I specialise working with individuals, couples, & families with anxieties, bereavements, depression, & relationship challenges. I have much experience in treating ADHD/ASD, OCD & other inherited cognitive frustrations that can burden us, often filling us with shame, fear, anger, self-hate, emotional extremes, & self-harm. I'm near Lisburn & Belfast. I also offer Mindfulness, EMDR, & DBT. Please note: I gladly offer concessions to nurses & all others in the helping professions. Spread the word!
01883 772257 View 01883 772257
Photo of Louise Doran, MBACP Accred, Counsellor
Louise Doran
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Lisburn BT28
I am a BACP accredited counsellor and am passionate about mental health, emotional regulation and empowering people to bring about change in order to live a more fulfilling life. It is a natural part of life to find yourself struggling, however there is no need to feel alone. Seeking out a professional who can offer a safe, supportive space to help you find a way to move forward is already a tangible step towards change. I have therapeutic experience in working with a wide variety of issues and can offer a warm atmosphere where I will invite you to explore what’s going on for you and look at how you could bring about change.
I am a BACP accredited counsellor and am passionate about mental health, emotional regulation and empowering people to bring about change in order to live a more fulfilling life. It is a natural part of life to find yourself struggling, however there is no need to feel alone. Seeking out a professional who can offer a safe, supportive space to help you find a way to move forward is already a tangible step towards change. I have therapeutic experience in working with a wide variety of issues and can offer a warm atmosphere where I will invite you to explore what’s going on for you and look at how you could bring about change.
028 9124 7943 View 028 9124 7943

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Online Counsellors

Is online therapy as effective as in-person?

Numerous studies suggest that online therapy can be as effective as in-person therapy. However, further research is needed to determine if online therapy provides the same benefits across all client populations. Individuals with severe mental illnesses, such as schizophrenia or bipolar disorder, or those who may benefit from in-person check-ins, like those with eating disorders, may not experience the same level of benefit from online therapy. Nonetheless, the success of online therapy, much like in-person therapy, often hinges on the quality of the therapeutic relationship between the therapist and the client rather than the specific modality of therapy used.

What are the advantages and disadvantages of therapy conducted online?

One of the main advantages of online therapy is its convenience for both clients and therapists. It also allows clients who require specialised therapy to access a wider range of professionals than they could with only in-person sessions. Additionally, online therapy may be a more affordable option in some cases and often offers the same insurance benefits as in-person therapy. However, online therapy may not be suitable for everyone, especially those who value face-to-face interaction with a therapist. Therapists may find it more challenging to assess clients accurately in an online setting due to reduced nonverbal cues on camera. There is also the increased risk that disruptions caused by external factors, such as technology malfunctions, can hinder the therapy session. For these reasons, many therapists offer a "hybrid" therapeutic approach, alternating between seeing clients in-person and online.

Is online therapy suitable for children and adolescents?

Just like with adults, the accessibility and convenience of online therapy can greatly benefit children and adolescents. In fact, children and adolescents may be more accustomed to navigating online platforms than older adults, making online sessions feel more natural for them. Teens might also be interested in using additional online tools, such as therapist-recommended apps, as an adjunct to online therapy sessions. Apps for developing CBT skills, practicing mindfulness exercises, or tracking thoughts and moods can be helpful for teens receiving therapy. However, it's important to note that not all therapeutic modalities are well-suited to online therapy, especially those used with younger children. For example, play therapy, which helps younger children express their emotions, often requires in-person sessions to be fully effective.

Can I receive prescriptions and medication management with online therapy?

The ability for psychiatrists to prescribe medications through online therapy varies based on the medication and the states where the medical professional and client are located. While many prescribing regulations were relaxed during the COVID-19 pandemic, some states still enforce rules, especially concerning controlled substances, which may mandate an in-person visit before prescribing. Generally, however, medical professionals can prescribe non-controlled substances through online therapy sessions just as they do during in-person sessions.