Lynsey Adams, BACP

Integrative counselling blends techniques from different therapeutic traditions to create a personalised plan that fits each person's needs. Lynsey Adams is an integrative therapist who works from this flexible framework and is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) - the UK professional body for counsellors and psychotherapists.

Her integrative practice supports both short- and long-term concerns, including anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship difficulties, addictions, bereavement and low self-esteem. Because the approach is tailored, sessions aim to respond to the issues a person brings rather than applying a one-size-fits-all method.

Lynsey may draw on person-centred ideas that focus on the individual's experience and strengths, helping people to access their own resources and grow toward their potential. She also uses psychodynamic elements to explore material that sits below conscious awareness, assisting people to recognise how past experiences shape present patterns.

Practical strategies from Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) are used when helpful - for example examining thoughts, feelings and behaviours and using exercises such as journaling to practice new ways of coping. Where appropriate, other methods can be integrated to build supportive, well-rounded therapy that responds to each client's situation.