Lucia Burridge , BACP

Lucia Burridge trained as a counsellor, completing an Advanced Diploma in Counselling and Psychotherapy in 2012. Although she initially worked as a legal secretary, counselling remained a central interest and, following personal experiences of loss and trauma, she pursued support for herself and found practical tools to cope. Those experiences contributed to her decision to begin working with others and to share the skills she developed during her own recovery.

Lucia has been practising counselling part time for five years, using an integrative approach that blends Person-Centred work with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. She places strong emphasis on the therapeutic relationship and on creating an environment where people from all backgrounds feel welcome to bring their concerns. Her stated aim is to help people feel comfortable in sessions while offering supportive, professional guidance to explore life challenges and develop coping strategies.

She holds the BACP credential - the abbreviation for the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy - and draws on both empathetic, client-focused listening and practical CBT tools to support clients in addressing stress, grief, anxiety, relationship difficulties and other concerns.

Client-Centred and CBT options for online therapy

Lucia Burridge draws on Client-Centred therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy in her online work. Client-Centred therapy focuses on empathetic listening and creating a respectful, non-directive space where individuals can explore their feelings and experiences - an approach that can help with issues such as grief, low self-esteem and relationship concerns. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a structured, collaborative method that looks at the links between thoughts, feelings and behaviours and offers practical strategies to manage symptoms of anxiety, depression and stress.

Finding the right therapeutic approach is part of the process and Lucia works collaboratively with each person to determine what fits best for their needs, goals and preferences. She adapts techniques from both approaches to support meaningful progress while respecting the client’s pace and priorities.

Online therapy via video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text-based messaging offers flexibility and easier access to care for people with busy schedules, mobility limits or those living at a distance. Licensed professionals and therapists can effectively deliver these approaches remotely, making it possible to receive consistent support without needing to travel to appointments.