Lesley Palm , BACP

Lesley Palm invites people to take a brave first step toward change with a gentle, client-led approach that honours each person’s pace and preferences. She sees counselling as a collaborative process and values the relationship that develops between client and counsellor, considering it central to meaningful progress. Lesley offers an initial complimentary consultation to ensure compatibility and to help clients feel comfortable about the next steps.

With training as a qualified life coach and mindfulness teacher and professional recognition from BACP, Lesley blends practical coaching skills with therapeutic listening to support people through stress, anxiety, addiction, grief, relationship issues, trauma, and other life challenges. She provides telephone and video sessions to accommodate different needs and schedules, and works alongside clients to build more rewarding and fulfilling lives. Lesley approaches each person with warmth and respect, aiming to create a calm, supportive space where change can feel manageable rather than overwhelming.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Support

Lesley uses client-centered therapy to create a non-judgmental, listening-focused environment where the client’s priorities guide the work. This approach helps people who need space to explore feelings, clarify values, and develop personal insight at their own pace.

As a mindfulness teacher, Lesley offers practices that build present-moment awareness and stress management skills. Mindfulness techniques can support clients dealing with anxiety, low mood, and ongoing stress by teaching simple ways to notice thoughts and sensations without getting overwhelmed.

Motivational interviewing is used to help clients find their own reasons for change and to strengthen commitment when ambivalence is present. This collaborative, goal-oriented style can be especially helpful for issues such as addictions, behavioural change, and readiness to take next steps.

Finding the right therapeutic approach is part of the process, and Lesley works collaboratively with each person to identify what fits best based on their needs, goals, and preferences. She adapts methods over time so therapy remains relevant and effective for the individual.

Online therapy with Lesley includes video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, offering flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These options make it easier to access licensed professionals and maintain continuity of care even when life is busy or circumstances make in-person meetings difficult.