Lisa McDonald, NCPS
Lisa McDonald is a counsellor who helps people manage depression, stress and anxiety.
About Lisa
Lisa McDonald is a counsellor who helps people manage depression, stress and anxiety. She offers straightforward, respectful support for people struggling with addictions, trauma, low self‑esteem and motivation. Her approach is calm and practical, aimed at helping people take small steps toward feeling better.
She uses a mix of client‑centred listening and cognitive behavioural techniques. Sessions focus on what matters most to the individual and on building useful skills to cope with difficult thoughts and feelings.
Background and approach
Lisa adapts conversations and plans to fit each person’s situation rather than using a one‑size‑fits‑all method. Her experience includes six years working with a broad range of concerns such as relationship strain, grief, parenting pressures, anger and major life changes. She also addresses specific issues like panic attacks, seasonal mood shifts and problems with substance use.
Clients can expect practical tools alongside empathic listening. Lisa holds the NCPS credential, which she uses to guide her professional practice in the United Kingdom. She communicates in English and runs sessions online by phone, video, chat or text messaging.
International clients are not currently supported. Beginning therapy usually starts with a short intake and a shared plan. Lisa aims to create a supportive space where people feel heard and can work towards clearer goals and better day‑to‑day coping.
Registration
| Body | Registration number | Expires |
|---|---|---|
| NCPS | NCS17-05139 | May 2026 |
Registration details are as listed on the counsellor's public profile. You can check any number with the registering body.
Sessions and payment
Sessions are held online through our partner platform, by video, phone or messaging depending on the counsellor.
Costs are shown on the partner platform before you commit. If cost is a concern, ask about reduced-fee options.
Focus areas and approaches
What Lisa works with
Everything Lisa lists, in their own terms.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Addictions
- Trauma and abuse
- Self esteem
- Depression
- Relationship issues
- Family conflicts
- Grief
- Parenting issues
- Anger management
- Coping with life changes
- Abandonment
- Blended family issues
- Communication problems
- Divorce and separation
- Domestic violence
- Drug and alcohol addiction
- Emptiness
- Forgiveness
- Guilt and shame
- Mood disorders
- Panic disorder and panic attacks
- Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
- Self-harm
- Self-love
- Social anxiety and phobia
Approaches Lisa lists
Listing an approach is not evidence of training in it. This directory copies what each counsellor names and does not check training records.
Online support
Cognitive behavioural therapy, or CBT, focuses on the link between thoughts, feelings and actions. It uses practical exercises to spot unhelpful thinking and to try different behaviours. CBT can help with anxiety, low mood, panic attacks and patterns that keep problems going.
Deciding which approach to use is a collaborative process. The counsellor will discuss goals and preferences, then try methods that suit those aims. Over a few sessions the plan can be adjusted so the work feels helpful and manageable.
Online therapy offers flexibility for people with busy lives. Video calls let conversations feel close to face to face, while phone sessions work well when bandwidth is limited or a quieter setup is needed. Live chat and text messaging provide shorter check‑ins or a way to communicate without being on camera. These options make it easier to fit regular sessions around work, family and other commitments.
Frequently asked
What kinds of problems does she help with?
She works with depression, stress and anxiety plus related issues such as addictions, trauma, relationship problems and grief.
What is her general counselling style?
Her style is calm and practical, combining listening with skill building. Conversations are tailored to each person and focus on achievable steps.
How much experience does she have?
She has six years of professional experience working with a wide range of emotional and behavioural concerns.
What credentials and location are listed?
She holds the NCPS credential and practises from the United Kingdom.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
What session formats are available online?
She offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text‑based messaging as ways to connect.
How are fees and payment handled?
Costs vary with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I start working with her?
Begin by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and then scheduling according to therapist availability.
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