Lisa Kinsella, BACP
Person-centred counsellor and EMDR practitioner
- Relationship and trauma specialist
- Works with families and youth
- Accepting international clients
About Lisa Kinsella
Lisa Kinsella is a person-centred counsellor with a BSc Hons and an EMDR practice background, and she is a member of the BACP (British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy). She adopts a client-led approach that honours each person’s lived experience, creating a non-judgemental environment where people can explore their thoughts and feelings and work toward personal solutions.
In her work she supports people through relationship difficulties, trauma and abuse, parenting challenges, grief, anxiety, depression and a wide range of life transitions. She also works with issues including ADHD, addictions, intimacy-related concerns, body image, sleep and eating difficulties, and compassion fatigue. Lisa’s practice attends to both everyday stresses and more complex presentations such as bipolar, attachment issues, and co-morbidity.
Alongside her private practice she works with young people in alternative provision, bringing experience of supporting those with additional learning needs and young people whose education has been affected by personal circumstances. She has considerable experience working with survivors of domestic abuse and people affected by narcissistic behaviour patterns.
Clients can expect an empathetic, empowering style that aims to help them identify their own resources and next steps. Evening appointments are available by request; prospective clients are invited to discuss availability and how the therapeutic process might fit their needs.
In her work she supports people through relationship difficulties, trauma and abuse, parenting challenges, grief, anxiety, depression and a wide range of life transitions. She also works with issues including ADHD, addictions, intimacy-related concerns, body image, sleep and eating difficulties, and compassion fatigue. Lisa’s practice attends to both everyday stresses and more complex presentations such as bipolar, attachment issues, and co-morbidity.
Alongside her private practice she works with young people in alternative provision, bringing experience of supporting those with additional learning needs and young people whose education has been affected by personal circumstances. She has considerable experience working with survivors of domestic abuse and people affected by narcissistic behaviour patterns.
Clients can expect an empathetic, empowering style that aims to help them identify their own resources and next steps. Evening appointments are available by request; prospective clients are invited to discuss availability and how the therapeutic process might fit their needs.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
Stress, AnxietyAddictionsLGBTFamily conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderDepressionCompassion fatigue
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureBlended family issuesBody imageChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFertility issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHearing impairedHIV / AIDSHoardingHospice and end-of-life counselingImmigration issuesImpulsivityInfidelityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunctionSmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationTraumatic brain injuryTrichotillomaniaVisually impairedWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Client-Centered Therapy Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Solution-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Lisa Kinsella have?
Lisa Kinsella has six years of clinical experience.
Is Lisa Kinsella a registered therapist?
Yes. She holds membership of the BACP (British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy).
In which languages does Lisa Kinsella provide therapy?
Therapy is provided in English.
Where is Lisa Kinsella located?
Lisa Kinsella is based in the United Kingdom.
How can I work with Lisa Kinsella as my therapist?
Clients can work with Lisa through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Lisa Kinsella work with international clients?
Yes. Lisa Kinsella works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Lisa Kinsella cost?
Costs can vary depending on location and therapist availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be cancelled at any time, for any reason. For current pricing and details, please click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is straightforward: click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire to help match you with a therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Working with Client-Centred, EMDR and Solution-Focused approaches online
Lisa Kinsella draws on client-centred therapy to place the client’s perspective at the heart of the work, offering an empathic listening approach that helps people articulate their needs and make personal choices. Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is used as a trauma-focused method to process distressing memories and reduce their emotional impact, often helping clients who have experienced abuse or traumatic events. Solution-focused therapy complements these approaches by concentrating on current strengths and practical steps, helping clients identify achievable goals and small changes that move them forward.Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic journey, and Lisa works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods best suit their needs, goals and preferences. This collaborative process allows adjustments over time so therapy can remain responsive and goal-oriented.
Online sessions via video call, phone, live chat or text-based messaging provide greater flexibility for scheduling and make it easier for people to access therapy from different locations. Registered professionals and therapists can adapt these formats to support continuity of care, accommodate busy lives, and offer a range of ways to engage with the therapeutic process.