- Psychodynamic focus
- One-to-one therapy
- Works by phone
About Lisa
Lisa Badman-Dunphy is a BACP counsellor who moved into psychotherapy after more than 20 years supporting people in health visiting, sexual health, older persons mental health and special educational needs and disabilities. She works with people who feel overwhelmed, anxious or low, and with those who want to understand their motivations, identity or relationships. Her approach is conversational and reflective, aiming to help people make sense of their feelings.
She offers a calm, non-judgemental space to talk. Conversations focus on what matters now and how past experiences might shape present reactions. Lisa uses Psychodynamic Therapy to look at recurring patterns and hidden emotional drivers. This can help with issues such as self-esteem, intimacy-related concerns, grief, trauma and life transitions.
Sessions are normally weekly and can be short term or open ended, depending on what a person needs. She provides one-to-one therapy online and by phone, with session days currently including Monday and Wednesday. The way she works is guided by empathy, openness and respect.
Her background within NHS and care settings influences a practical focus on everyday difficulties, including stress, parenting and career worries alongside complex areas such as eating issues, ADHD and relationship dilemmas. Lisa also notes experience with communities including BIPOC, body positivity, open relationships and LGBTQIA+ people.
People who choose her can expect careful listening, gentle questioning and help to notice patterns that keep problems repeating. The aim is clearer self-understanding and gradual change rather than quick fixes.
How psychodynamic ideas inform online therapy
Psychodynamic Therapy looks at how past experiences and early relationships shape current feelings and reactions. In practice this means the therapist listens for recurring patterns, explores underlying emotions and gently links past events to present difficulties. This approach can be useful for issues like low self-esteem, relationship problems, grief and longstanding anxiety.Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will discuss goals, preferences and what feels helpful, and will adapt the way sessions are used as understanding grows. Decisions about length and focus are made together so the work fits the person's needs.
Practical benefits of online therapy include being able to fit sessions into a busy week and avoiding travel time. Telephone sessions can be useful when a shorter check-in is needed or when someone prefers not to be on camera. Because specific session formats can change, confirm the current options before booking so you know what will suit your routine and technology.
Areas of focus
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does Lisa help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression and self-esteem issues as well as relationship and intimacy-related concerns. Additional areas include grief, trauma, eating and parenting challenges.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
Her style is conversational and reflective, offering a non-judgemental space to talk. The focus is on understanding patterns that affect feelings and behaviour.
What experience does she bring?
Before qualifying she spent over 20 years working in NHS and care settings, supporting services such as health visiting, sexual health and older persons mental health. She has four years' experience as a psychotherapeutic counsellor.
Where is she based and what are her credentials?
She practices in the United Kingdom and is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, listed as BACP.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the UK work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions arranged and what do they cost?
Session cost varies with location and therapist availability and is offered via a subscription that can be cancelled at any time. Specific fees depend on the matching and scheduling options provided by the service.
How do I begin if I want to work with her?
Use the Start Therapy button and complete a short matching questionnaire, then schedule according to the therapist's availability.