Lynda Somerville
A practical, person-centred counsellor
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About Lynda
Lynda Somerville offers a straightforward, person-centred approach to counselling. She creates a calm, non-judgemental space where people can talk about stress, anxiety, relationships and changes in their lives. Lynda is named in the BACP, the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, and brings four years of practice to her work.
She uses everyday language and practical steps to help people feel more able to manage things that feel overwhelming. Sessions often focus on understanding unhelpful patterns, building coping strategies and noticing small changes that make a difference.
Background and approach
The aim is to help people feel steadier and more able to meet day-to-day demands. Lynda's background includes a BSc (Hons) in Psychology and a PG Diploma in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy. She has worked with adults and young people on issues such as work-related stress, caring responsibilities, burnout, low mood and grief.
That experience shapes how she supports people through difficult life transitions. Her style is collaborative - she listens first, then helps set goals together. Practical tools and simple ways to rehearse new responses are used in sessions when those fit the person’s needs.
Lynda encourages small steps and checks progress as therapy continues. People who contact her are asked to begin with the platform's matching process and schedule sessions to suit their needs. Sessions are conducted in English and are based in the United Kingdom.
At a glance
- Years practising
- 4
- Registered with
- BACP
- Registration number
- 401393
- Languages
- English
- How sessions happen
- Online, by video, phone or messages
Details are as listed on Lynda's public professional profile. You can check any number with the professional body.
What Lynda works with
Everything Lynda lists, in their own terms.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Relationship issues
- Self esteem
- Coping with life changes
- Compassion fatigue
How Lynda works online
Finding the right approach is part of the process. The therapist will work collaboratively to choose methods that match a person's goals, preferences and the issues they bring. That means checking what helps, adjusting the approach over time and agreeing on small, achievable steps together.
Confirm the current session options before booking as formats are not specified in the biography. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions around work, caring duties or school runs, reduce travel time and allow follow-up conversations without leaving home. It can also allow shorter check-ins when a full session is not needed. Ask about practical arrangements when scheduling so sessions fit into everyday life.
Questions and answers
What concerns does she commonly help with?
She supports people with stress, anxiety, relationship worries, low self-esteem, coping with life changes and compassion fatigue.
What is her therapeutic style like?
Her style is collaborative and person-centred, focusing on listening, setting goals together and using practical strategies to manage problems.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has four years of practice working with adults and young people on a variety of concerns including burnout and grief.
What professional credential does she hold and where is she based?
She is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and practises in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the UK work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions priced and billed?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
What are the first steps to begin working together?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.
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