Lisa Wastney

I offer both in-person counselling from my private practice in central Grimsby (DN32) and online therapy for clients across the UK.

Appointments are available Monday to Friday from 4:00pm to 9:00pm and Saturdays from 12:00pm to 5:00pm, with some flexibility where possible. Sunday appointments are available on request.

In-person sessions take place in a calm, private counselling space in central Grimsby. Online sessions are held via secure video, allowing you to access therapy from wherever feels most comfortable.

If you're considering counselling, you're warmly invited to get in touch or book a free introductory call through my website.

How I Work

When life feels overwhelming or difficult to untangle alone, having a calm, understanding space can make a real difference.

Reaching out for counselling can feel like a big step, and I offer a warm, emotionally safe space where you can talk freely, feel genuinely heard, and begin to make sense of your experiences at your own pace.

My work is grounded in person-centred counselling, where the therapeutic relationship sits at the heart of the work. Alongside this foundation, I gently integrate principles from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), supporting you to relate differently to difficult thoughts and feelings while moving towards what matters most to you.

Ultimately, my aim is to offer counselling that supports you in moving towards a more meaningful life.

Experience and Background

Before becoming a counsellor, I spent many years supporting people experiencing homelessness, addiction, mental ill-health and multiple disadvantage. I have also worked within NHS Talking Therapies and as a social prescriber, supporting people experiencing anxiety, depression, stress and long-term health conditions.

These experiences continue to shape my understanding of trauma, resilience and the wider social factors that influence emotional wellbeing.

Continuous Professional Development

In September 2026, I will begin an MSc in Psychology and Trauma (Child and Adolescent) at University College London (UCL). This reflects my ongoing commitment to trauma-informed, evidence-informed practice and my particular interest in childhood adversity, attachment and early intervention. 

My Therapeutic Style

My style is warm, calm and collaborative. I won鈥檛 rush you or push you into places you鈥檙e not ready to go. Instead, I鈥檒l work alongside you with curiosity, compassion and respect, helping you deepen self-understanding and move gently towards meaningful change.

As part of my ACT-informed approach, our work may sometimes include creative or experiential elements. Using visual or physical metaphors, simple props, or moments of movement can help bring insights to life in a grounded, accessible way. Therapy doesn鈥檛 always have to be heavy to be meaningful: sometimes a little playfulness can open up new understanding.

Who I Support

You may be living with anxiety, low mood, shame, self-doubt, grief, relationship difficulties, or simply a sense that you鈥檝e lost touch with yourself. Many people come to counselling unsure where to begin, and that鈥檚 completely okay.

You don鈥檛 need a diagnosis or a clear label for what you鈥檙e experiencing. We'll start from wherever you are right now.

Free Introductory Call

Before beginning therapy, I offer a free 15鈥�30 minute introductory telephone or video call.

This is an opportunity for us to meet, explore what has brought you to counselling, answer any questions you may have, and see whether working together feels like the right fit. There is no obligation to continue.

Beginning Therapy

If you decide to go ahead, our first session gives us time to talk through confidentiality, the counselling agreement and any practical questions before exploring what feels most important to you.

You don鈥檛 need to prepare anything in advance or arrive with the right words. However you arrive, we'll begin there, together.

I currently have availability for online therapy for clients across London and throughout the UK.

Appointments are available Monday to Friday from 4:00pm to 9:00pm and Saturdays from 12:00pm to 5:00pm, with Sunday appointments available on request. There is some flexibility where possible so we can usually find something that fits around your life and responsibilities.

Online sessions are held via secure video, offering the same warmth, presence and clarity as being in the room together, with the convenience of accessing therapy from wherever feels most comfortable.

If something here resonates, you're warmly invited to get in touch or visit my website to learn more.

How I Work

When life feels overwhelming or difficult to untangle alone, having a calm, understanding space can make a real difference.

Reaching out for counselling can feel like a big step, and I offer a warm, emotionally safe space where you can talk freely, feel genuinely heard, and begin to make sense of your experiences at your own pace.

My work is grounded in person鈥慶entred counselling, where the therapeutic relationship sits at the heart of the work. Alongside this foundation, I gently integrate principles from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), supporting you to relate differently to difficult thoughts and feelings while moving towards what matters most to you.

Ultimately, my aim is to offer counselling that supports you in moving towards a more meaningful life.

Experience and Background

Before becoming a counsellor, I spent many years supporting people experiencing homelessness, addiction, mental ill鈥慼ealth and multiple disadvantage. I have also worked within NHS Talking Therapies and as a social prescriber, supporting people experiencing anxiety, depression, stress and long鈥憈erm health conditions.

These experiences continue to shape my understanding of trauma, resilience and the wider social factors that influence emotional wellbeing.

Continuous Professional Development

In September 2026, I will begin an MSc in Psychology and Trauma (Child and Adolescent) at University College London (UCL). This reflects my ongoing commitment to trauma鈥慽nformed, evidence鈥慽nformed practice and my particular interest in childhood adversity, attachment and early intervention.

My Therapeutic Style

My style is warm, steady and collaborative. I won鈥檛 rush you or push you into places you鈥檙e not ready to go. Instead, I鈥檒l work alongside you with curiosity, compassion and respect, helping you deepen self鈥憉nderstanding and move gently towards meaningful change.

As part of my ACT鈥慽nformed approach, our work may sometimes include creative or experiential elements. Using visual or physical metaphors, simple props, or moments of movement can help bring insights to life in a grounded, accessible way. Therapy doesn鈥檛 always have to be heavy to be meaningful: sometimes a little playfulness can open up new understanding.

Who I Support

You may be living with anxiety, low mood, shame, self鈥慸oubt, grief, relationship difficulties, or simply a sense that you鈥檝e lost touch with yourself. Many people come to counselling unsure where to begin, and that鈥檚 completely okay.

You don鈥檛 need a diagnosis or a clear label for what you鈥檙e experiencing. We鈥檒l start from wherever you are right now.

Online Therapy Across London and the UK

I work online with clients anywhere in the UK, using secure video sessions that offer the same warmth, presence and clarity as being in the room together, with the convenience of accessing therapy from wherever feels most comfortable.

Online therapy can be especially helpful if you鈥檙e balancing work, commuting, caring responsibilities, health considerations or simply prefer the comfort and privacy of your own space. Whether you鈥檙e based in London or elsewhere in the UK, online sessions offer a consistent, accessible way to receive support without travel time or added pressure.

Free Introductory Call

Before beginning therapy, I offer a free 15鈥�30 minute introductory telephone or video call.

This is an opportunity for us to meet, explore what has brought you to counselling, ask any questions you may have, and get a sense of whether working together feels like the right fit. There is no obligation to continue.

Beginning Therapy

If you decide to go ahead, our first session gives us time to talk through confidentiality, the counselling agreement and any practical questions before exploring what feels most important to you.

You don鈥檛 need to prepare anything in advance or arrive with the 鈥渞ight鈥� words. However you arrive, we鈥檒l begin there, together.