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Lisa Ward, BACP

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

Lisa is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.

4.5 stars
Clients are very satisfied with Lisa. View 3 reviews
Great news, Lisa is accepting new clients!
She is normally fully-booked.
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in United Kingdom
Accepts worldwide clients

Recent reviews

I really like working with Lisa. I look forward to our sessions.

Reviewed November 2022

Lisa’s absolutely wonderful, and that’s coming from someone who came in skeptical about her as a therapist and about what I can get from therapy in general. I love talking to her even if it’s about challenging topics. I got so much clarity and she listens, and acts professionally, no matter what I want to talk about. I look forward to our meetings every time. Thank you Lisa.

Reviewed August 2022

More about Lisa

  • 4 years' experience
  • Female
  • BACP

It takes tremendous strength and courage to reach out and finally say - something's not working. It can be easy to put aside our doubts, worries, traumas and behaviours, and let our busy lives take the lead.

Yet as you know, these feelings don't just disappear, and one day something builds up within us that makes us say - 'ENOUGH, I need to deal with this.'

Naturally, our first step is to reach out to friends, family, or colleagues, and although we respect their opinions, do we truly allow ourselves to be vulnerable within these relationships?

Are we completely honest about our feelings, or do we often water things down as to not worry or upset those we love? More importantly, how often do we sense that they’ve really listened or understood us?

That’s where a counsellor like myself can help. Counselling creates a safe space where you can talk openly and honestly about you, and what you need, without worrying about judgement or damage to a relationship.

Now, you may be thinking - how can just talking bring about change?

And my response would be - when was the last time you felt truly heard?

Yet in the context of our professional relationship, I will hear you, as you will too, allowing you to slowly make sense of your difficulties.

And that genuinely is my philosophy of counselling and why I'm so passionate about supporting others; because when we feel truly heard and understood, we have the ability to survive, renew and grow.

About Me:

As well as my private practice, I have many years experience working within Domestic Abuse Services; consequently I specialise in Trauma focused therapy.

Yet my work is not limited to Trauma. I have experience working with a broad range of issues.

Training:

CPCAB Level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling

CPCAB Level 3 Certificate in Counselling Studies

CPCAB Level 2 Certificate in Counselling Skills

Level 6 – Rape and Sexual Abuse Counselling (Trauma Informed Approach)

BACP Certificate of Proficiency

BACP Accredited Counsellor/Psychotherapist

Additional Continued Professional Development:

Trauma Informed Therapy

EKRCC Rape Crisis Training

BACP Working On-Line

Eating Disorders

Treating Anxiety Disorders

Understanding Self Harm

Treating OCD

Trauma the Brain and Recovery

Healing Toxic Shame

Supporting Male Victims of Domestic Abuse

Honour Based Abuse

Working Therapeutically with Grief

Specialties

Stress Anxiety Addictions Relationship issues Trauma and abuse Depression LGBT Family conflicts Grief Intimacy-related issues Eating disorders Sleeping disorders Parenting issues Anger management Self esteem Career difficulties Bipolar disorder Coping with life changes Compassion fatigue ADHD Abandonment Attachment issues Avoidant personality Blended family issues Body image Cancer Caregiver issues and stress Chronic pain, illness, and disability Codependency Commitment issues Communication problems Control issues Dependent personality Dissociation Divorce and separation Domestic violence Drug and alcohol addiction Eating and food-related issues Emptiness Family problems Fatherhood issues Forgiveness Gender dysphoria Guilt and shame Hoarding Hospice and end-of-life counseling Impulsivity Infidelity Isolation / loneliness Jealousy Life purpose Men's issues Midlife crisis Veteran and Armed Forces Issues Money and financial issues Mood disorders Narcissism Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD Panic disorder and panic attacks Paranoia Phobias Postpartum depression Post-traumatic stress Pregnancy and childbirth Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling) Self-harm Self-love Sex addiction Sexual assault and abuse Sexual dysfunction Sexuality Social anxiety and phobia Women's issues Workplace issues Young adult issues

Treatment Approaches

  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Trauma-Focused Therapy

Licenses

  • BACP · United Kingdom · 388164 · Expires March 2025
  • BACP · United Kingdom · 388164 · Expires March 2025

About online counseling

Affordable.
Pay a low flat fee.
Convenient.
Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
Available now.
There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.

Online counseling, also known as teletherapy, is a method of delivering mental health services through digital means such as video conferencing, phone calls, or messaging platforms. It can be an ideal option for individuals who have difficulty accessing traditional therapy due to geographical distance, time constraints, or personal preferences like privacy and comfort. Many people find it easier to open up from the familiarity of their own space.

Teletherapy has been found to be highly effective, with studies showing that it can produce similar outcomes to in-person therapy, particularly for issues like anxiety, depression, and PTSD. The flexibility and accessibility it offers make it a valuable alternative to conventional therapy settings.

Reviews for Lisa Ward

All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.

Overall rating:

4.5

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Clients mention: Wonderful Thank you Listens Recommend

I really like working with Lisa. I look forward to our sessions.

Reviewed November 2022

Lisa’s absolutely wonderful, and that’s coming from someone who came in skeptical about her as a therapist and about what I can get from therapy in general. I love talking to her even if it’s about challenging topics. I got so much clarity and she listens, and acts professionally, no matter what I want to talk about. I look forward to our meetings every time. Thank you Lisa.

Reviewed August 2022

Lisa is a wonderful person, I was so lucky to meet her! She guided me and let me share my time and space as needed. I would recommend her to everyone and anyone who needs to just talk and have specific needs met, she really helps you figure out what’s going on in your head. Thank you so much Lisa I hope to speak with you in the future of course !!

Reviewed July 2022

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Frequently asked questions

Does Lisa Ward offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Lisa Ward works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.

What language(s) does Lisa Ward speak?

Lisa Ward speaks English.

How many years of experience does Lisa Ward have?

Lisa Ward has 4 years of experience.

Where is Lisa Ward licensed to practice?

Lisa Ward is licensed to practice in the United Kingdom.

Does Lisa Ward accept clients outside of the United Kingdom?

Yes, Lisa Ward accepts clients outside of the United Kingdom.

Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?

Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."

What treatment approaches does Lisa Ward offer?

Lisa Ward offers clients Client-Centered Therapy and Trauma-Focused Therapy.

How can I communicate with Lisa Ward?

Lisa Ward can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.

How do I get started with Lisa Ward?

Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.

Mental health conditions are real, common, and treatable.

And recovery is possible.

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When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.