Lisa Arlington

• Client-Centred Therapy
• Solution-Focused Therapy
• Relationship and family issues

About Lisa

Lisa Arlington works with people on relationship and family problems, trauma and abuse, depression and coping with life changes using a client-focused approach. She is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, and has eight years' experience in counselling.

Lisa trained in client-centred and solution-focused approaches and uses them in short, practical sessions. She listens to what matters to the person in front of her, then helps them set realistic goals and steps to move forward. Sessions include talking through relationship patterns, attachment concerns, and the effects of trauma.

She has particular experience with abandonment and attachment issues, autism and Asperger syndrome, blended family and family-of-origin difficulties. She also works with caregiver stress, commitment and control issues, and problems such as guilt, shame and impulsivity. These areas form the practical focus of her work with individuals and couples.

In sessions Lisa helps people clarify what they want to change and builds simple, achievable strategies. Solution-focused techniques are used to identify small steps that can make life more manageable. Client-centred work offers space to reflect on feelings and personal values.

Her style is steady and straightforward, aiming to help clients make choices that fit their life. She asks questions, reflects back what she hears, and offers short-term practical ideas where helpful. To begin, people are invited to complete a short matching questionnaire and book a first session via the online system.

How her approaches work for online counselling

Client-Centred Therapy focuses on the person speaking and their experience. The counsellor listens without directing, reflects what is heard, and helps the person make sense of their feelings. This approach is useful for working through grief, depression, attachment issues and the emotional impact of trauma.

Solution-Focused Therapy concentrates on practical steps and small changes. The counsellor helps identify what is already working and builds on those strengths to reach clear, short-term goals. This is helpful for relationship difficulties, coping with life changes, and improving communication.

Finding the right approach is part of the work together. The counsellor will discuss what feels most helpful and adapt the methods to the person's needs, goals and preferences in a collaborative way.

Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. Online counselling can make it easier to fit sessions around work, family and daily life, and can reduce travel time. Some formats may allow for shorter check-ins or sessions without video if that suits the person better.

Topics Lisa lists

• Relationship issues
• Family conflicts
• Trauma and abuse
• Depression
• Coping with life changes
• Abandonment
• Attachment issues
• Autism and Asperger Syndrome
• Blended family issues
• Caregiver issues and stress
• Commitment issues
• Communication problems
• Control issues
• Divorce and separation
• Emptiness
• Family of origin issues
• Family problems
• Forgiveness
• Guilt and shame
• Impulsivity
• Infidelity
• Isolation and loneliness
• Jealousy
• Life purpose
• Midlife crisis
• Narcissism
• Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
• Process addictions
• Self-harm
• Self-love
• Sexual assault and abuse
• Sexuality
• Women's issues
• Workplace issues
• Young adult issues

Ways of working

• Client-Centred Therapy
• Solution-Focused Therapy

Questions about Lisa

Does she work with relationship problems?

Yes. She helps people with relationship and communication problems, commitment issues, and divorce or separation concerns.

What kind of counselling does she offer?

She uses Client-Centred Therapy and Solution-Focused Therapy, focusing on listening and practical steps to change.

How much experience does she have?

She has eight years of professional counselling experience.

Is she registered with a professional body in the UK?

Yes. She is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, BACP.

Can I have sessions in other languages?

Sessions are offered in English only.

Can I work with her if I live outside the UK?

She does not accept international clients at this time.

How are sessions arranged and how much do they cost?

Costs vary with location; sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.

How do I start counselling with her?

Select the Talk to a counsellor online button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.