Lydia Chapman. MBACP, Dip Couns. BSC Hons in therapeutic counselling and supervision, Mental health first aider, Dip Holistic therapies.
I have over 9 years’ experience working therapeutically on a 1-1 and group level with adults and young people.
I have had other person centred, client facing roles within a range of charities . I offer you a professional and confidential service in a non-judgemental and respectful arena in which to explore your issues.
I work in an integrated approach and have experience in the following areas:
Domestic abuse, rape, sexual abuse
Anxiety
Depression
Stress
Low self-esteem
The impact of suicide and self-harm on the individual, family and friends
Suicidal ideation
Personality disorders
Eating disorders,
Learning difficulties
Trauma, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder
Sexual/Psychological/Physical abuse and Neglect
Childhood issues
Anger issues
Bereavement
Drug and Alcohol misuse
My therapeutic approach has a Rogerian core and I believe in the provision of the following therapeutic conditions required for change namely Psychological Contact, Unconditional Positive Regard (UPR), Presence, Congruence and effective communication of empathic understanding to the client or person. I believe that the therapeutic relationship is the key to the therapeutic process and the progress the client make
I offer therapy worldwide , as I can work remotely , I can also do face to face for my local area
Additional areas of focus: Coping with addictions, Coping with grief and loss, Intimacy related issues, Eating disorders, Sleeping disorders, Career difficulties, Coping with life changes, Abandonment, Adoption and foster care, Aging and geriatric issues, Antisocial personality, Attachment issues, Blended family issues, Body image, Cancer, Caregiver issues and stress, Chronic pain, illness, and disability, Codependency, Commitment issues, Control issues, Dependent personality, Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD), Dissociation, Divorce and separation, Domestic violence, Drug and alcohol addiction, Eating and food-related issues, Family problems, Fertility issues, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, Hospice and end-of-life counseling, Impulsivity, Intellectual disability, Isolation / loneliness, Jealousy, Life purpose, Money and financial issues, Mood disorders, Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Paranoia, Personality disorders, Phobias, Postpartum depression, Post-traumatic stress, Pregnancy and childbirth, Prejudice and discrimination, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Self-harm, Self-love, Sexual assault and abuse, Sexuality, Social anxiety and phobia, Traumatic brain injury, Visually impaired, Women's issues, Workplace issues, Young adult issues
Clinical approaches: Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Existential Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy
BACP Therapist - Registered Member MBACP #377488
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Had a few chats and i can honestly say lydia is sound and pretty easy to talk open up too didnt think this was for me but i may of been wrong thankyou
Written on Aug 27, 2026 after therapy with Lydia for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, and grief
Very helpful and kind
Written on May 22, 2026 after therapy with Lydia for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, grief, self esteem, and adhd
Lydia is such a fluffy soul. She listens, she engages and makes you feel seen and heard. I always feel like I matter whenever we have a session. Highly recommend❤️
Written on May 11, 2026 after therapy with Lydia for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and adhd
Lydia has helped me develop practical strategies to manage some of the more challenging aspects of my daily life. She brings a strong level of expertise and is able to understand complex needs without oversimplifying them. Her approach is consistently professional, and I have never felt judged in our sessions.
Written on Apr 27, 2026 after therapy with Lydia for 5 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and self esteem
It has been really reassuring having Lydia as a therapist. Having someone who is available if ever I needed it, and someone who checks in with me helps keep me focused. Really valuable sessions also
Written on Jan 26, 2026 after therapy with Lydia for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, and compassion fatigue
She is good and patient.
Written on Apr 23, 2025 after therapy with Lydia for 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, parenting issues, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, compassion fatigue, and adhd