Lyndsey McCartney , BACP, NCPS

Lyndsey McCartney is a counsellor and life coach based in the United Kingdom with eight years of professional experience supporting people through loss, relationship challenges, and life transitions. She specialises in bereavement and loss - including the death of a child and the grief that comes with losing a cherished pet - while also working with issues such as the end of a relationship, changes in health, job loss, anxiety, depression, parenting concerns, career difficulties, and compassion fatigue.

Lyndsey adopts a warm, interactive style that emphasises respect, sensitivity, and compassionate support without relying on stigmatizing labels. Her practice blends client-centered principles with cognitive behavioral techniques, mindfulness strategies, motivational interviewing, and psychodynamic understanding, allowing her to tailor session plans to each person’s unique needs. This flexible approach supports practical coping skills as well as deeper exploration of patterns, attachment, and life purpose.

She holds BACP and NCPS credentials, indicating professional qualifications and recognised training in counselling. Lyndsey frames therapy as a collaborative process and aims to empower people to take the steps they need toward greater wellbeing, resilience, and clarity during difficult life changes.

Therapeutic approaches for online grief and life change support

Lyndsey McCartney draws on client-centered therapy to create a supportive, nonjudgmental space where people are listened to and their personal goals guide the work. This approach helps when someone needs emotional validation, support through loss, or a safe place to explore relationships and identity.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, is used to identify unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns and to develop practical strategies for managing anxiety, depression, and stress. CBT is often helpful for people looking for structured tools to cope with day-to-day difficulties.

Mindfulness therapy offers simple practices to build present-moment awareness and reduce emotional reactivity, which can be useful for grief, chronic stress, and self-esteem concerns.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Lyndsey works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, and she adapts the plan as progress unfolds.

Online therapy with Lyndsey can take place by video call, phone session, live chat, or text-based messaging, offering flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These options make it easier to access consistent support from licensed professionals while balancing work, family, and other commitments.