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Lydia Chapman, BACP

Online sessions across the UK 9+ years in practice

Lydia Chapman is a counsellor with nine years of therapeutic experience.

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About Lydia

Lydia Chapman is a counsellor with nine years of therapeutic experience. She supports people dealing with stress, anxiety, depression and relationship difficulties. She also helps those facing trauma and abuse, addictions, grief, eating and sleeping problems, and major life changes.

Her style is warm and person-centred. She aims to create a respectful, non-judgemental space where people can talk openly. Lydia focuses on building a trusting relationship and listening with empathy.

Background and approach

Sessions are collaborative and paced to suit each person. Lydia uses several approaches to tailor therapy to the person’s needs. She draws on Attachment-Based ideas to look at relationship patterns and how early bonds shape current feelings.

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) is used when practical steps and thinking patterns can reduce symptoms. Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) and client-centred methods guide emotional understanding and strengthen self-awareness. Her background includes work in charities and both one-to-one and group settings.

That experience contributes to supporting people with a wide range of concerns, including issues linked to adoption and foster care, caregiver stress, chronic illness, body image and commitment or control struggles. Lydia is a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, BACP. She practises from the United Kingdom and works in English.

She offers therapy remotely for people internationally and can provide face-to-face sessions for local clients.

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BACP 377488 April 2026

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Sessions are held online through our partner platform, by video, phone or messaging depending on the counsellor.

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Online support

Lydia combines several practical approaches to help people address emotional and behavioural concerns. Attachment-Based Therapy looks at patterns in relationships and how early connections affect current reactions, which is useful for intimacy, abandonment or trust issues. Client-Centred Therapy focuses on the therapeutic relationship - being heard and accepted so people can explore thoughts and feelings at their own pace. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) gives clear, structured strategies to spot unhelpful thinking and try new coping steps, often useful for anxiety, depression and sleep or eating difficulties.

Choosing the right approach is part of the work together. Lydia will discuss goals, preferences and what feels helpful, then adapt methods so they fit the person rather than forcing a single model. That means sessions can shift between emotional exploration, relationship focus or practical skills as needs change.

Online therapy with Lydia uses video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text-based messaging to make counselling flexible. Video is good for face-to-face conversation when internet bandwidth allows. Phone sessions can fit a break at work or when less screen time is wanted. Live chat and messaging suit shorter check-ins or ongoing written reflection. These options help people access support around work, family life or when travel is difficult, while keeping the therapeutic work consistent.

Frequently asked

What concerns does Lydia help with?

She supports people with stress, anxiety, depression and relationship difficulties, plus trauma, addictions, grief and life changes.

How would she describe her therapeutic style?

Her style is person-centred and warm, focusing on a respectful, non-judgemental relationship and empathic listening.

What kind of background does she have?

Lydia has nine years of experience working one-to-one and in groups, including roles in charity settings and client-facing positions.

What credentials and location are listed?

She is registered with the BACP (British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy) and practises from the United Kingdom.

Which languages and international options are available?

Sessions are offered in English and she accepts international clients for remote work.

What session formats does she use?

She provides video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging as options for remote therapy.

How are costs handled?

Cost varies by location and therapist availability and sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.

How do I begin working with her?

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