Lucy Close

Please get in touch to check availability or arrange a call. 

I offer online sessions on weekday afternoons, with limited evening slots available. In-person sessions take place at Cherry Tree Therapy Centre in Buckhurst Hill.

Hi, my name is Lucy and I offer therapy through Soul Space Counselling. I’m an integrative counsellor, which means I draw from a range of therapeutic approaches - including person-centred, psychodynamic, existential, and cognitive models. This allows our work to be fluid and responsive, shaped around your individual story rather than a set method. 

Therapy with me might involve exploring how past experiences have influenced your present, untangling thoughts and feelings, noticing patterns, or simply creating space to reconnect with yourself and sense of direction.

My approach is informed by experience in both short-term, focused therapy within the NHS and longer-term counselling in more open-ended settings. 

I offer a space where you can bring the full complexity of who you are - including the parts that feel uncertain, different, or difficult to put into words. Therapy with me is about curiosity, compassion, and supporting you to explore life in a way that feels true to you.

I bring a calm, warm, and down-to-earth presence to my work. You can expect a space where you’re met with openness, care, and respect - where your thoughts, feelings, and experiences are welcomed without judgement. 

I aim to create a therapeutic relationship that feels safe and collaborative, where you’re supported to explore at your own pace and gently challenged when needed. My intention is always to walk alongside you, helping you make sense of things and strengthen your own inner resources.

The first session is a chance for us to get to know each other. We’ll talk about what’s brought you to counselling, what you’d like support with, and whether we feel like a good fit. There’s no pressure to dive in too deeply straight away - it’s a space to ask questions, explore your hopes or concerns, and get a feel for how I work. 

Each appointment lasts 50 minutes. Some people have counselling for a number of weeks, months or years depending on their situation. Although most people have weekly sessions, we can work collaboratively to determine the frequency that works best for you.

I understand that finding the right counsellor can feel overwhelming. I offer a free 15-minute introductory call so you can get a sense of who I am, share a little about what’s bringing you to therapy, and ask any initial questions you might have.

You can reach me by WhatsApp, text, phone or email. If contacting me via phone, please leave a voicemail with your details. I aim to respond as soon as I am able, usually within 24 hours.