Lisa Wan, BACP
Lisa Wan is a counsellor with nine years of experience helping people work through anxiety, depression and complex trauma.
About Lisa
Lisa Wan is a counsellor with nine years of experience helping people work through anxiety, depression and complex trauma. She uses a warm, person-centred manner and gives straightforward support for stress, grief, addiction and relationship concerns. Sessions aim to be calm and practical so people can talk about what matters to them.
She trained originally as a Holistic Therapist in 1998 and later qualified as a person-centred counsellor. Over the years she added an integrative approach that mixes talking therapies and practical tools.
Background and approach
This allows her to match methods to each person’s needs rather than use a single style. Lisa has worked with a range of services, including Leicester Woman’s Counselling Centre and First Step, which supports male survivors of sexual abuse and rape.
She keeps her practice current through ongoing workshops and specialised training that build on her core experience with trauma and mood concerns. She is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, follows the BACP Ethical Framework and takes part in monthly clinical supervision. Her background in holistic care informs gentle attention to general wellbeing alongside focused therapeutic work.
In sessions she focuses on what will help now - easing sleep problems, managing overwhelming feelings, reducing compulsive behaviours, and finding small steps forward. People can expect a collaborative, down-to-earth approach that balances listening with practical ideas.
Registration
| Body | Registration number | Expires |
|---|---|---|
| BACP | 374022 | December 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
- Trauma and abuse
- Grief
- Self esteem
- Depression
- Addictions
- Relationship issues
- Family conflicts
- Intimacy-related issues
- Sleeping disorders
- Anger management
- Bipolar disorder
- Coping with life changes
- Compassion fatigue
- Chronic pain, illness, and disability
- Codependency
- Dissociation
- Domestic violence
- Emptiness
- Family problems
- First responder issues
- Jealousy
- Money and financial issues
- Narcissism
- Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
- Self-harm
- Women's issues
- Workplace issues
- Young adult issues
Approaches Lisa lists
- Attachment-Based Therapy
- Client-Centred Therapy
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
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
Choosing the right approach is part of the work. The counsellor will talk with each person about their goals and try different methods to see what helps most. That decision is collaborative and can change as needs shift during therapy.
Online sessions offer flexibility so therapy can fit busy lives. Video calls let people read facial cues and work in real time while phone sessions may suit lower bandwidth or times when screens are tiring. Live chat and text-based messaging are useful for quick check-ins, short reflections and support between longer sessions. These options make it easier to keep continuity and try different formats to find what feels most helpful.
Frequently asked
What kinds of problems does this counsellor help with?
She helps people who are experiencing stress, anxiety, depression and trauma among other concerns. Other focus areas include sleeping difficulties, compulsive behaviours and workplace issues.
How would you describe the therapy style here?
The approach is person-centred and integrative, blending attachment-based ideas, mindfulness and solution-focused work. Sessions are conversational and practical, with space for reflection and small action steps.
What experience does the counsellor bring?
She has nine years of counselling practice and earlier experience as a Holistic Therapist from 1998. She has worked with organisations supporting survivors and continues professional development through workshops.
Where is the counsellor based and what credentials do they hold?
She is based in the United Kingdom and is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, recorded as BACP.
Can I work with this counsellor if I live outside the UK?
Sessions are offered to international clients and are conducted in English.
What formats are available for sessions?
Sessions can be arranged by video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text-based messaging to suit different needs and schedules.
How are fees and subscriptions handled?
Costs vary with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin if I want to try sessions?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire and then schedule sessions according to the counsellor’s availability.
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