Lyn Kirby, BACP

Lyn Kirby welcomes people who are feeling overwhelmed by addiction, relationship strain, loss, or changes in mood. She helps individuals who are coping with eating issues, depression, bipolar symptoms, low self-esteem, and the effects of trauma or abuse. Lyn is introduced by name in the first contact so people know who they will meet. With 30 years of practice in the United Kingdom, she offers calm, steady support and practical tools. Lyn aims to create an open space where clients can describe their experiences and what they want to change. Conversations focus on what matters to the client and on realistic steps forward. Her work includes supporting people dealing with substance and behavioural addictions and those affected by a loved one’s addiction. She also helps people navigate grief, relationship difficulties, family of origin issues, body image and intimacy-related concerns. Lyn uses client-centred approaches that follow the person’s own pace and priorities, alongside motivational interviewing to help people find reasons and confidence to change. Sessions tend to be conversational and collaborative rather than directive. Practical issues such as coping with life changes, communication problems, codependency, commitment worries and separation are discussed in clear everyday language. Lyn explains options and helps clients try small, manageable steps. People who choose to work with Lyn can expect steady encouragement and a focus on their goals. She supports clients to build coping skills, improve relationships and make changes that fit their life circumstances.

How Lyn’s approaches work online

Lyn uses client-centred therapy and motivational interviewing to help people explore change and make decisions that fit their lives. Client-centred therapy means the conversation follows the client’s concerns and values, with the counsellor reflecting and clarifying what matters most. This approach helps when someone needs understanding, empathy and space to work things through. Motivational interviewing is a collaborative style that helps people find their own reasons to change and build confidence to act. It is useful for addictions, ambivalence about treatment, and situations where small steps matter more than big plans. Finding the best approach is part of the work together. Lyn will listen to goals, try different techniques where needed, and check in about what helps most. This collaborative method means the therapeutic plan can change as progress is made. Online sessions offer practical flexibility. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation and visual connection. Phone sessions use less bandwidth and can be a good shorter option. Live chat and text messaging let people check in between sessions or use therapy without being on camera. These formats make it easier to fit therapy around work, caregiving or travel while keeping the focus on steady progress and achievable steps.