Lynne Norlund , BACP

Lynne Norlund is a UK-based licensed therapist with 16 years of clinical experience supporting people through grief, relationship challenges, anxiety and trauma. She combines a practical, empathetic style with clear, honest communication to tailor conversations and treatment plans to each person’s needs and goals. Lynne also holds a Life Coaching certificate awarded with distinction, which complements her therapeutic work by helping clients set and pursue meaningful life changes.

Her practice emphasizes respect and empathy while remaining straightforward and goal-focused. Lynne draws on a range of approaches to help clients manage stress, navigate loss, repair relationships and address issues such as self-esteem, addiction and coping with major life changes. She works collaboratively to identify priorities and build practical strategies that fit each person’s situation.

Taking the first step toward therapy is often difficult, and Lynne acknowledges that effort. She aims to provide steady support when people need help, adapting her approach so that conversations and plans remain relevant, realistic and aligned with the client’s values and objectives. Lynne maintains professional standards through her BACP credential, the main professional body for counsellors and psychotherapists in the United Kingdom.

Therapeutic approaches for online sessions

Lynne commonly draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Client-Centered Therapy in her online work. ACT focuses on helping people clarify their values and take committed action even when difficult thoughts and feelings are present - it can be useful for anxiety, stress and coping with life changes. CBT looks at the links between thoughts, feelings and behaviours and supports practical skills to reduce distress and change unhelpful patterns, often used for anxiety, depression and trauma-related symptoms. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes a respectful, non-directive stance where the therapist offers empathy and support to help clients explore their own solutions, which can be especially helpful for relationship issues, self-esteem and grief.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Lynne works collaboratively with each person to decide which methods best match their needs, goals and personal preferences, adjusting the plan as therapy progresses to ensure a good fit. Licensed professionals are used to tailoring care and exploring different strategies together with clients.

Online sessions by video call, phone, live chat or text-based messaging make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life and to access support from different locations. These options offer flexibility in scheduling and communication style, allowing people to choose the format that feels most comfortable while still engaging in focused therapeutic work.