I really like working with Lisa. I look forward to our sessions.
Lisa Ward, BACP
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Lisa is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- 4.5 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Lisa. View 3 reviews
- Great news, Lisa is accepting new clients!
- She is normally fully-booked.
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in United Kingdom
- Accepts worldwide clients
Recent reviews
Lisa’s absolutely wonderful, and that’s coming from someone who came in skeptical about her as a therapist and about what I can get from therapy in general. I love talking to her even if it’s about challenging topics. I got so much clarity and she listens, and acts professionally, no matter what I want to talk about. I look forward to our meetings every time. Thank you Lisa.
More about Lisa
- 4 years' experience
- Female
- BACP
It takes tremendous strength and courage to reach out and finally say - something's not working. It can be easy to put aside our doubts, worries, traumas and behaviours, and let our busy lives take the lead.
Yet as you know, these feelings don't just disappear, and one day something builds up within us that makes us say - 'ENOUGH, I need to deal with this.'
Naturally, our first step is to reach out to friends, family, or colleagues, and although we respect their opinions, do we truly allow ourselves to be vulnerable within these relationships?
Are we completely honest about our feelings, or do we often water things down as to not worry or upset those we love? More importantly, how often do we sense that they’ve really listened or understood us?
That’s where a counsellor like myself can help. Counselling creates a safe space where you can talk openly and honestly about you, and what you need, without worrying about judgement or damage to a relationship.
Now, you may be thinking - how can just talking bring about change?
And my response would be - when was the last time you felt truly heard?
Yet in the context of our professional relationship, I will hear you, as you will too, allowing you to slowly make sense of your difficulties.
And that genuinely is my philosophy of counselling and why I'm so passionate about supporting others; because when we feel truly heard and understood, we have the ability to survive, renew and grow.
About Me:
As well as my private practice, I have many years experience working within Domestic Abuse Services; consequently I specialise in Trauma focused therapy.
Yet my work is not limited to Trauma. I have experience working with a broad range of issues.
Training:
CPCAB Level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling
CPCAB Level 3 Certificate in Counselling Studies
CPCAB Level 2 Certificate in Counselling Skills
Level 6 – Rape and Sexual Abuse Counselling (Trauma Informed Approach)
BACP Certificate of Proficiency
BACP Accredited Counsellor/Psychotherapist
Additional Continued Professional Development:
Trauma Informed Therapy
EKRCC Rape Crisis Training
BACP Working On-Line
Eating Disorders
Treating Anxiety Disorders
Understanding Self Harm
Treating OCD
Trauma the Brain and Recovery
Healing Toxic Shame
Supporting Male Victims of Domestic Abuse
Honour Based Abuse
Working Therapeutically with Grief
Specialties
Stress
Anxiety
Addictions
Relationship issues
Trauma and abuse
Depression
LGBT
Family conflicts
Grief
Intimacy-related issues
Eating disorders
Sleeping disorders
Parenting issues
Anger management
Self esteem
Career difficulties
Bipolar disorder
Coping with life changes
Compassion fatigue
ADHD
Abandonment
Attachment issues
Avoidant personality
Blended family issues
Body image
Cancer
Caregiver issues and stress
Chronic pain, illness, and disability
Codependency
Commitment issues
Communication problems
Control issues
Dependent personality
Dissociation
Divorce and separation
Domestic violence
Drug and alcohol addiction
Eating and food-related issues
Emptiness
Family problems
Fatherhood issues
Forgiveness
Gender dysphoria
Guilt and shame
Hoarding
Hospice and end-of-life counseling
Impulsivity
Infidelity
Isolation / loneliness
Jealousy
Life purpose
Men's issues
Midlife crisis
Veteran and Armed Forces Issues
Money and financial issues
Mood disorders
Narcissism
Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
Panic disorder and panic attacks
Paranoia
Phobias
Postpartum depression
Post-traumatic stress
Pregnancy and childbirth
Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)
Self-harm
Self-love
Sex addiction
Sexual assault and abuse
Sexual dysfunction
Sexuality
Social anxiety and phobia
Women's issues
Workplace issues
Young adult issues
Treatment Approaches
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
Licenses
- BACP · United Kingdom · 388164 · Expires March 2025
- BACP · United Kingdom · 388164 · Expires March 2025
About online counseling
- Affordable.
- Pay a low flat fee.
- Convenient.
- Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
- Available now.
- There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.
Online counseling allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.
Reviews for Lisa Ward
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
I really like working with Lisa. I look forward to our sessions.
Lisa’s absolutely wonderful, and that’s coming from someone who came in skeptical about her as a therapist and about what I can get from therapy in general. I love talking to her even if it’s about challenging topics. I got so much clarity and she listens, and acts professionally, no matter what I want to talk about. I look forward to our meetings every time. Thank you Lisa.
Lisa is a wonderful person, I was so lucky to meet her! She guided me and let me share my time and space as needed. I would recommend her to everyone and anyone who needs to just talk and have specific needs met, she really helps you figure out what’s going on in your head. Thank you so much Lisa I hope to speak with you in the future of course !!
Frequently asked questions
Does Lisa Ward offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Lisa Ward works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.
What language(s) does Lisa Ward speak?
Lisa Ward speaks English.
How many years of experience does Lisa Ward have?
Lisa Ward has 4 years of experience.
Where is Lisa Ward licensed to practice?
Lisa Ward is licensed to practice in the United Kingdom.
Does Lisa Ward accept clients outside of the United Kingdom?
Yes, Lisa Ward accepts clients outside of the United Kingdom.
Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?
Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
What treatment approaches does Lisa Ward offer?
Lisa Ward offers clients Client-Centered Therapy and Trauma-Focused Therapy.
How can I communicate with Lisa Ward?
Lisa Ward can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.
How do I get started with Lisa Ward?
Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.
Mental health conditions are real, common, and treatable.
And recovery is possible.
When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.