Lorraine Ballintine, BACP
Lorraine Ballintine is a counsellor registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP).
About Lorraine
Lorraine Ballintine is a counsellor registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP). She has nine years of experience supporting people who are feeling overwhelmed by stress, low mood, anxiety, loss and relationship worries. Lorraine aims to make the first step into therapy as straightforward as possible for someone who is anxious about starting.
She keeps sessions simple and direct. Conversations focus on what matters now - managing strong feelings, improving self esteem, and building small steps towards better day-to-day coping.
Background and approach
Clients can expect a calm, non-judgemental listening style where they set the pace. Lorraine uses a client-centred approach, which means the work is guided by the person's own goals and experiences. She pays attention to attachment patterns, abandonment concerns and issues that affect intimacy and trust.
This can help when past hurts or family of origin problems affect current relationships. She also works with practical life challenges such as career decisions, caregiving stress, body image worries and impulsivity. Lorraine supports people navigating grieving, guilt, shame and recovery from domestic violence or abuse.
Sessions are tailored to each person and can include short-term coping strategies or longer exploration of recurring patterns. Lorraine wants to help people feel steadier and more able to make choices that match their values.
Registration
| Body | Registration number | Expires |
|---|---|---|
| BACP | 388115 | August 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 Lorraine works with
Everything Lorraine lists, in their own terms.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Trauma and abuse
- Grief
- Self esteem
- Depression
- Relationship issues
- Intimacy-related issues
- Career difficulties
- Coping with life changes
- Abandonment
- Attachment issues
- Avoidant personality
- Body image
- Caregiver issues and stress
- Commitment issues
- Control issues
- Domestic violence
- Emptiness
- Family of origin issues
- Family problems
- Fatherhood issues
- Forgiveness
- Guilt and shame
- Impulsivity
- Isolation / loneliness
- Life purpose
- Midlife crisis
- Multicultural concerns
- Post-traumatic stress
- Prejudice and discrimination
- Self-love
- Sexual assault and abuse
- Social anxiety and phobia
- Women's issues
- Workplace issues
- Young adult issues
Approaches Lorraine 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
In practice Lorraine will work collaboratively to find the best approach for each person. She will discuss goals, try out ways of working and adjust the plan as needed. Deciding what helps is an ongoing conversation between the therapist and the person seeking support.
Online sessions are offered by video call, phone, live chat or text messaging to make therapy easier to fit into busy lives. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation when a deeper dialogue is helpful. Phone sessions suit people who prefer not to be on camera or who have limited bandwidth. Live chat and text can be used for shorter check-ins, notes between sessions or when typing feels easier than speaking. These options aim to increase flexibility and make it possible to keep therapy consistent around work, caregiving or travel.
Frequently asked
What concerns does Lorraine address?
She helps people with stress, anxiety, depression and grief, plus relationship and intimacy issues. Additional areas include trauma, self-esteem, career concerns and coping with life changes.
How would you describe her therapy style?
Her approach is client-centred and person-led. Sessions are paced to the individual's needs and focus on listening, understanding and practical steps.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has nine years of professional experience working in the UK helping people with a range of emotional and behavioural concerns.
What professional credentials and location are listed?
She is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and practises in the United Kingdom.
Which languages and international options are available?
Sessions are offered in English. International clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats does she provide?
Therapy is available by video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text-based messaging to suit different needs and schedules.
How does pricing and payment work?
Costs vary with location and therapist availability. Sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin a course of therapy?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire and then scheduling sessions according to the therapist's availability.
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