About Lynda
Lynda Somerville offers practical, person-centred counselling that focuses on making everyday life feel more manageable. She creates a calm, non-judgemental space where people can talk about stress, anxiety, relationships, low self-esteem and the strain of life changes. Lynda is a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and has four years' professional experience.
She usually starts by listening to what matters most and then works with the individual to set clear, realistic goals.
How Lynda works
Sessions focus on straightforward strategies to reduce anxiety and manage stress. Conversations aim to build confidence and practical coping skills that can be used between sessions. Lynda has experience helping people who are dealing with burnout, compassion fatigue and difficult life transitions.
She draws on evidence-based therapeutic techniques to structure sessions and guide progress. Her background in psychology supports a practical approach to understanding feelings and behaviours. People who want a collaborative style will find Lynda encourages questions and feedback throughout therapy.
She explains options and adapts the pace to each person's needs. The goal is steady, achievable change rather than quick fixes. To begin, a person completes a short matching questionnaire and then books sessions to suit their schedule.
Lynda offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging so therapy can fit around work and family life.
What Lynda works with
The areas below are the ones Lynda selected when setting up a profile. The first few are listed as the main focus; the rest are also named.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Relationship issues
- Self esteem
Also listed
Training and background
| Register | BACP |
|---|---|
| Years in practice | 4 |
| Languages | English |
| Session format | Online: video, phone, live chat or messaging |
| Country | United Kingdom |
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Online support options
How evidence-based methods work online
Many of Lynda's sessions use evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on changing unhelpful patterns and building coping skills. Cognitive approaches look at how thoughts influence feelings and behaviours; they involve identifying unhelpful thinking, testing it and practising alternative ways of reacting to reduce anxiety and low mood. Behavioural strategies focus on small, practical changes in routine and activity to improve mood and reduce stress reactions.Therapy is a collaborative process. The therapist and client work together to choose which approaches suit the person's goals and circumstances. That choice can change over time, and Lynda checks in regularly to adjust methods and pace so sessions remain helpful and relevant.
Online formats make it easier to access regular support. Video calls allow face-to-face conversations when screen time and bandwidth allow. Phone sessions offer a simpler connection when someone cannot be on camera. Live chat and text-based messaging are useful for shorter check-ins, written reflections or when fitting sessions around a busy day. These options help therapy fit into work, caring duties and everyday life.
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