Lorna Wallis Counselling
Psychotherapeutic Counselling
Listening Wiith Heart
A place to begin
Whether you're looking to make a change, explore your thoughts and feelings, or simply make sense of things, counselling can offer a safe space to begin.
Finding the right therapist isn't easy. There are many different approaches and countless profiles to read through, but what matters most is whether you feel comfortable enough to begin.
I believe meaningful counselling starts with listening—with genuine curiosity, compassion and heart. My aim is to create a space where you feel safe enough to speak openly, without judgement or pressure, and where we can explore whatever is bringing you here.
How we can work together
Whether you're looking for a space to explore your thoughts and feelings, or want to deal with a particular issue we'll find a way of working that feels right for you.
I work primarily from a person-centred perspective, believing that being genuinely heard and understood can itself be deeply healing.
I'm a pluralistic counsellor, which means I don't believe one style of therapy suits everyone. Instead, I adapt my approach to meet your needs.
For some people, that means an open, reflective space where thoughts and feelings can be explored. For others, it might include more structure, working towards goals or practical exercises between sessions. I aim to adapt my approach to what feels most helpful for you, whether that's quiet reflection, practical support, or gentle challenge when you're ready for it.
Online and Walking Therapy
I offer online counselling, making therapy accessible wherever you are and easier to fit around work, family and everyday life. Whether we're sitting together online or walking side by side outdoors, my aim remains the same: to offer a space where you feel genuinely heard.
Walking Therapy
Sometimes it's easier to talk when we're moving forward rather than sitting still.
Alongside online counselling, I also offer walking therapy.
For many people, being outdoors can create a different kind of therapeutic space. Walking side by side often feels more natural than sitting face to face, allowing conversations to unfold more easily and without the intensity that some people experience in a traditional therapy room.
The gentle rhythm of walking, fresh air and being surrounded by nature can help people feel calmer, more grounded and more able to reflect. For some, it becomes easier to find the words when there isn't the expectation of maintaining eye contact or sitting still.
Living in such a beautiful part of the world, we have the opportunity to meet in peaceful natural surroundings where the environment itself can become part of the experience.
A little bit about me
At the heart of my work is the belief that being truly heard
can be deeply healing.
I don't believe in having all the answers.
Instead, I aim to create a space
where you can explore your thoughts and feelings freely, develop
a deeper understanding of yourself, and find a way forward that
feels right for you.
The phrase I return to most often is "listening with heart".
For me, this means bringing warmth,
curiosity and compassion to every conversation,
and meeting each person as an individual
rather than a problem to be solved.
Qualifications and Professional Standards
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Level 5 Professional Diploma in Psychotherapeutic Counselling Practice
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Level 4 Diploma in Counselling Skills and Theory
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Level 3 Diploma in Hypnotherapy and Counselling Skills
I am:
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A registered member of the National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society (NCPS)
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Working in accordance with the NCPS Code of Ethical Practice
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Registered with the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO)
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Fully insured for professional practice
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Committed to ongoing Continuing Professional Development (CPD)
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Supported by regular clinical supervision
Fees
Individual counselling (60 minutes)
£55
Concessionary rate
£40
Free 15-minute online consultation
If cost is something you're concerned about, please feel free to mention it when you get in touch.
Taking the next step
If my approach feels like it could be right for you, I'd be pleased to hear from you. I offer a free 15-minute online consultation, giving us the opportunity to talk together, answer any questions you may have, and see whether working together feels like a good fit.
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