Lisa Rowley , BACP

Lisa Rowley has been counselling for over 6 years, supporting both young people and adults in private practice and working in schools with young people who have experienced domestic abuse. She has substantial experience helping people manage stress and anxiety, cope with grief and loss, and address depression, and she has provided direct support to those affected by domestic violence. As a member of the BACP - the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy - she aligns her work with recognised professional standards.

Her practice focuses on creating a non-judgemental and empathetic space where clients can feel comfortable sharing thoughts and emotions. Through thoughtful conversation and reflection, she works collaboratively with each person to explore underlying causes of distress and to develop practical steps toward change. Lisa approaches every relationship with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, listening with an open mind and helping clients to explore their feelings in a calm and supportive way.

Recognising that reaching out takes courage, she aims to walk alongside clients as they take the first steps toward a more fulfilling and balanced life. Lisa emphasises partnership in the therapeutic process so that no one has to face their challenges alone.

Therapeutic approaches and online support

Client-Centred Therapy emphasises a warm, accepting relationship where the client leads the pace and focus of sessions. This approach helps people who need a supportive space to explore feelings, build self-understanding, and gain confidence in making changes. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a practical, goal-focused approach that helps identify unhelpful thinking patterns and develop new coping strategies; it is often used for anxiety, low mood, and stress-related concerns. Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a structured therapy used to process distressing memories and reduce their emotional impact, and it can be helpful for people who have experienced trauma.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic journey, and Lisa works collaboratively with clients to determine what fits their needs, goals, and preferences. Together they review options and shape a plan that feels manageable and relevant to each person’s situation.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions by video or phone make it easier to fit appointments around work, family, and other commitments, while live chat and text-based messaging can provide additional options for communication between sessions. For many people the variety of formats increases accessibility and helps maintain continuity of care through life changes, with licensed professionals and therapists tailoring the format to each client’s circumstances.