Lyndsay Macaulay, BACP

Lyndsay Macaulay is a United Kingdom based counsellor who supports people facing stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, parenting strain, low self-esteem, depression and relationship difficulties. She also helps with grief, intimacy concerns, eating and sleeping problems, career uncertainty and coping with life changes. Lyndsay uses a calm, warm approach so clients can speak openly without pressure.

She works in a person-centred way, which means the client sets the pace and direction of sessions while Lyndsay adapts to what they need. She also uses cognitive behavioural therapy, often called CBT, to help people notice and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviours. Hypnotherapy is another option she offers to support relaxation and focused change.

Sessions aim to uncover patterns that keep problems going and to build practical ways of coping. Lyndsay describes her style as steady and collaborative, helping clients increase self-awareness and reconnect with what matters to them. Conversations focus on what is happening now and on small, manageable steps forward.

She has three years of professional experience and is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, BACP. Her work is suited to adults who want a thoughtful, non-judgemental space to talk and to find clearer ways of managing difficult feelings.

If someone wants to explore therapy with Lyndsay they can begin when ready by completing the platform's matching steps and arranging sessions that fit their schedule.

Approaches that guide online work

Lyndsay commonly uses a person-centred approach, which focuses on listening, following the client’s lead and building a trusting relationship that helps people speak openly. This approach is helpful for those who need a steady, non-judgemental space to make sense of feelings and decisions.

She also offers cognitive behavioural therapy, or CBT, which helps people identify and shift unhelpful thoughts and behaviours. CBT is often used for anxiety, low mood and stress because it encourages practical steps and homework between sessions. Hypnotherapy is another option she uses to support relaxation and focused change for issues such as anxiety, sleep and habit patterns.

Finding the right approach is usually collaborative. Lyndsay will talk with each person about their goals and preferences, then try methods that suit their needs. Together the therapist and client review progress and adapt the work if something is not helpful.

If you are considering online sessions, check the platform information to confirm the session formats offered before booking. Online therapy can make it easier to fit appointments around busy days, reduce travel time and allow shorter check-ins when needed. Speak with Lyndsay through the platform about how you would like to structure sessions to fit your routine.