Lyndsey McCartney, BACP, NCPS

Lyndsey McCartney is a bereavement and loss counsellor licensed in Northern Ireland who combines counselling and life coaching to support people through difficult transitions. She specialises in bereavement including the death of a child and acknowledges that loss can take many forms - from the passing of a beloved pet to the end of a marriage, a change in health, or the loss of employment. She also works with depression, anxiety, relationship and family concerns, parenting challenges, career issues, trauma and abuse, and compassion fatigue, tailoring support to each person’s situation.

Her style is warm and interactive, underpinned by respect, sensitivity, and compassion and without stigmatizing labels. She blends cognitive-behavioural, humanistic, psychodynamic and psychoeducational elements so sessions can include practical strategies, reflective exploration, and learning about mental wellbeing. Lyndsey holds BACP and NCPS credentials, indicating membership with recognised professional counselling organisations, and she adapts session plans to meet individual needs and goals. Seeking change requires courage, and Lyndsey aims to support and empower clients as they take the first steps toward a more fulfilling life.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Support

Client-Centred Therapy focuses on creating a respectful, non-judgemental space where the client’s own perspective guides the pace and direction of work. It helps people who need a supportive environment to explore feelings, clarify values, and build self-understanding. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) offers practical techniques to identify and shift unhelpful thinking patterns and behaviours; it is often used for anxiety, low mood, and stress-related difficulties. Mindfulness Therapy teaches present-moment awareness and gentle acceptance techniques that can help with emotional regulation, rumination, and coping with loss or ongoing stress.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Lyndsey works collaboratively with clients to decide which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences. Sessions can combine elements from different approaches to create a personalised plan that evolves over time.

Online therapy with Lyndsey is available by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging, offering flexibility for people with busy schedules or mobility constraints. These options allow clients to access consistent support from registered professionals without needing to travel, making it easier to maintain continuity of care alongside daily commitments.