Lindsay Sykes, BACP

Lindsay combines a person-centred way of working with targeted cognitive behavioural techniques. Person-centred counselling focuses on listening and reflecting so clients can make sense of their own thoughts and feelings; it helps when someone needs a steady, supportive space to talk. Cognitive behavioural methods look at the links between thoughts, feelings and behaviours and use practical exercises to reduce symptoms like low mood or high anxiety.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will discuss what feels most useful and adapt methods to fit the client's goals and preferences. That might mean mostly talking and reflecting, or mixing in short practical tasks and worksheets when those tools feel appropriate.

Online therapy offers flexibility in how people meet their therapist. Video calls are good for face-to-face conversation, phone sessions work well if a quieter or lower-bandwidth option is needed, and live chat or text-based messaging suit shorter check-ins or when typing feels easier. These options make it simpler to fit sessions around work, caring responsibilities or different time zones, while still allowing meaningful therapeutic work to take place.