Rate Lisa Badman-Dunphy

About me

Do you find yourself feeling anxious, low, overwhelmed or stuck in patterns you don't fully understand? Perhaps you're struggling with relationships, self-esteem, identity or a sense of disconnection from yourself. You may be trying to make sense of past experiences and understand how they continue to affect your life today. I'm a Psychotherapeutic Counsellor offering a warm, thoughtful and non-judgmental space where you can explore what's troubling you at your own pace. Together, we can begin to make sense of your feelings, understand recurring patterns and explore what might help you move towards greater self-awareness, confidence and meaningful change.

My approach

My approach is psychotherapeutic and exploratory. Rather than focusing only on the difficulties you're experiencing now, we can look at the deeper roots of your emotions, thoughts and behaviours, including how past experiences and relationships may be influencing your present. By developing a greater understanding of yourself, you may begin to recognise familiar patterns, make sense of difficult feelings and discover new ways of relating to yourself and others.

I believe that therapy is a collaborative process built on openness, empathy and respect. There is no expectation that you arrive with everything figured out or know exactly what you want to talk about. We can work together to explore what's important to you, whether you're seeking support with anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, self-esteem, identity or navigating challenging life experiences.

My experience

Before qualifying as a counsellor, I spent decades working across the NHS and care sector, including health visiting, sexual health, older people's mental health, and supporting people with special educational needs and disabilities. These experiences have shaped my appreciation of the many different circumstances that influence our emotional wellbeing, relationships and sense of self.

I aim to offer an inclusive and affirming therapeutic space where you can feel respected, heard and accepted. I welcome people from diverse backgrounds and am mindful of the ways identity, culture, relationships and life experiences can shape our understanding of ourselves and the world around us.

Communities and inclusive practice

I welcome and affirm people from diverse backgrounds and communities, including LGBTQIA+ people, BIPOC communities, people in open relationships and ethical non-monogamous relationships, and those seeking a sex-positive, body-positive therapeutic space.

I aim to offer a respectful, non-judgmental environment where you can explore your experiences, relationships and identity without feeling that you need to justify who you are or how you choose to live.

Working together

I offer individual therapy online and by telephone. Sessions are usually weekly, and we can work together on a short-term or open-ended basis, depending on your needs and what feels right for you.

If you're considering therapy, you're welcome to get in touch to arrange an initial consultation and discuss what has brought you here. We can explore whether working together feels like a good fit.

I look forward to meeting you.