Lydia Jenkins

Lydia Jenkins is a counsellor who helps people who are feeling overwhelmed by stress, anxiety, depression, anger or low self-esteem. She supports clients facing life changes, grief, trauma and relationship or intimacy concerns. Lydia also works with people dealing with ADHD, LGBT issues, career strain and compassion fatigue. She offers a calm, approachable presence for those ready to take a first step towards change.

Lydia practises from a person-centred base and draws on several other approaches to suit each person. She mixes listening with practical exercises and coping strategies. Sessions are paced to match what feels manageable for the individual, whether the focus is short-term relief or longer-term exploration.

Over five years of practice, Lydia has supported people through attachment wounds, abandonment fears and issues around commitment and communication. She has experience with autism and Asperger Syndrome, body image concerns, chronic illness and caregiver stress. Her work also covers less commonly discussed areas such as BDSM, kink and alternative sex culture in a non-judgemental way.

Lydia is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, BACP. She works from the United Kingdom and offers sessions in English. International clients are accepted; people should check the current session options before booking.

Her approach aims to help people notice what matters to them, build small practical skills and make changes that fit their life. Clients remain in charge of the pace and direction of their work while Lydia provides steady support and straightforward tools.

Approaches that guide online work

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice unhelpful thoughts and take small steps towards a life they value, even when feelings are difficult. It is often useful for anxiety, depression, anger and life transitions.

Attachment-Based Therapy looks at how early relationships shape current patterns. This approach can help people understand attachment wounds, trust and abandonment issues and how these affect present relationships.

Finding the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will discuss goals, preferences and what feels useful, then try ways of working that fit the person. Sessions are collaborative and can change as needs evolve.

Check which session formats are currently offered before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life, for example by reducing travel time and allowing sessions during a break from work. It can also allow shorter check-ins when that suits a person's schedule or simpler audio-only conversations if a video call is not wanted. Ask about practical arrangements when you complete the matching questionnaire so sessions fit everyday routines.