Lixson Cyriac, BACP
Lixson Cyriac is a counsellor who uses psychodynamic work alongside practical techniques to help people manage difficult emotions.
- Stress & Anxiety
- Relationship issues
- Intimacy Issues
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About Lixson
Lixson Cyriac is a counsellor who uses psychodynamic work alongside practical techniques to help people manage difficult emotions. He speaks English and Malayalam and brings eight years of experience working in counselling and pastoral roles. He is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, BACP.
He trained at Birkbeck College, University of London, and the University of East London. He has worked as a counsellor and assessor at a counselling foundation accredited with BACP.
Background and approach
He has also worked within student counselling services at Birkbeck College, Westminster University and the Guildhall School of Music and Drama. Psychodynamic work is central to his approach. He looks at how early experiences and unconscious patterns shape current feelings and choices.
This helps people notice recurring reactions and understand why they might be stuck in certain habits. He also uses Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, or CBT, techniques for more focused changes in thinking and behaviour. Together they pick ways of working that suit the issue and how long someone wants therapy to last.
Sessions are collaborative and adapted to the person’s needs. Outside clinical practice he has many years of pastoral and spiritual care experience in hospitals, care homes, schools and homeless rehabilitation. Some people choose to bring those concerns into therapy and he is comfortable discussing them.
Registration
| Body | Registration number | Expires |
|---|---|---|
| BACP | 377156 | March 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 Lixson works with
Everything Lixson lists, in their own terms.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Relationship issues
- Intimacy-related issues
- Depression
- Coping with life changes
- Addictions
- Family conflicts
- Trauma and abuse
- Grief
- Eating disorders
- Anger management
- Self esteem
- Career difficulties
- Bipolar disorder
- Hoarding
- Jealousy
- Multicultural concerns
- Phobias
- Prejudice and discrimination
- Self-harm
- Sexual assault and abuse
Approaches Lixson lists
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Online support
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, or CBT, focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing small changes in behaviour. In an online format CBT tools and short exercises can be shared during a call or by messaging, which can speed up practical progress for stress, anxiety and depressive symptoms.
Choosing an approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will talk with the person about goals, the issue at hand and how long they want to work together. Together they decide whether psychodynamic exploration, CBT skills or a mix will be most useful, and review that choice as therapy progresses.
Online work offers flexibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text messaging. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation, phone sessions use less bandwidth, live chat suits shorter check-ins and text messaging can fit into busy schedules. These options make it easier to fit therapy around work, study and family life while keeping the focus on making steady progress.
Frequently asked
What concerns does he help with?
He works with a wide range of issues including stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and intimacy concerns, addiction, grief and trauma. Additional areas include eating issues, anger, self esteem and bipolar mood concerns.
What is his therapeutic style?
He combines psychodynamic work with practical CBT techniques to suit the situation. The style is collaborative and aims to both understand patterns and try concrete changes.
How much experience does he have?
He has eight years of counselling and pastoral experience in a range of settings, including student counselling and community services.
What professional credential does he hold and where is he based?
He is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, BACP, and practises in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English and Malayalam.
Can international clients work with him?
Yes. He accepts international clients and can work across time zones where scheduling allows.
What session formats are available?
He offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging to suit different needs and schedules.
How does cost and starting work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability and uses a subscription that can be cancelled at any time. To begin, select the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire and schedule according to therapist availability.
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