Lisa McDonald, NCPS
Lisa McDonald helps people who are struggling with stress, anxiety, addiction, trauma, low self-esteem, depression and relationship problems.
About Lisa
Lisa McDonald helps people who are struggling with stress, anxiety, addiction, trauma, low self-esteem, depression and relationship problems. She also supports people coping with grief, parenting strains, anger and major life changes. Lisa presents information in straightforward language and aims to make first steps feel manageable.
Lisa uses a person-led approach that focuses on the individual’s experience. She listens for what matters to each person and adapts conversations and plans to fit their needs.
Background and approach
Sessions are collaborative and practical, with an eye on small changes that add up. Her work draws on Client-Centred Therapy, which centres the person’s own goals and feelings. She also uses Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, which looks at links between thoughts, feelings and behaviour to reduce distress and build new coping skills.
These methods are applied in simple, hands-on ways during sessions. With six years of professional experience, Lisa brings steady support and realistic steps rather than jargon. Her NCPS credential is listed as part of her background.
She practices from the United Kingdom and offers sessions in English. Therapy with Lisa typically focuses on clear goals such as reducing panic attacks, handling relationship stress, managing addictive behaviours, improving mood, or building self-worth. The emphasis is on workable strategies you can try between sessions and on tracking progress over time.
Registration
| Body | Registration number | Expires |
|---|---|---|
| NCPS | NCS17-05139 | May 2026 |
Registration details are as listed on the counsellor's public profile. You can check any number with the registering body.
Sessions and payment
Sessions are held online through our partner platform, by video, phone or messaging depending on the counsellor.
Costs are shown on the partner platform before you commit. If cost is a concern, ask about reduced-fee options.
Focus areas and approaches
What Lisa works with
Everything Lisa lists, in their own terms.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Addictions
- Trauma and abuse
- Self esteem
- Depression
- Relationship issues
- Family conflicts
- Grief
- Parenting issues
- Anger management
- Coping with life changes
- Abandonment
- Blended family issues
- Communication problems
- Divorce and separation
- Domestic violence
- Drug and alcohol addiction
- Emptiness
- Forgiveness
- Guilt and shame
- Mood disorders
- Panic disorder and panic attacks
- Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
- Self-harm
- Self-love
- Social anxiety and phobia
Approaches Lisa lists
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Online support
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) is used to spot patterns in thoughts, feelings and actions. CBT offers practical exercises and small experiments to reduce anxiety, manage low mood, and tackle panic or compulsive behaviours. It is hands-on and goal focused, so people often leave sessions with things to try between meetings.
Choosing the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will help the person decide which methods fit their needs, goals and preferences. They adapt the plan as progress is made, combining listening with practical techniques when useful.
Online sessions are available by video call, phone, live chat or text-based messaging. Video calls let people use visual cues and more direct conversation. Phone sessions work well when bandwidth is limited or a simpler check-in is needed. Live chat and text messaging allow shorter, more frequent check-ins and can fit around busy schedules. These options give flexibility so therapy can fit around work, family and daily life.
Frequently asked
What concerns does Lisa commonly address?
She supports people with stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, self-esteem issues, depression, relationship and family difficulties, grief, parenting and anger. Additional focuses include panic attacks, mood disorders, social anxiety, self-harm, and substance-related problems.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
Her style is person-led and collaborative. She listens first, then works with each person to set goals and try practical strategies suited to their situation.
What is her professional background?
Lisa has six years of professional experience working in therapeutic settings. Her background emphasises steady, practical support and goal-focused work.
Which credentials and region are noted?
Her listed credential is NCPS and she practices in the United Kingdom.
Which languages and international options are available?
Sessions are offered in English. International clients are not currently accepted.
In what formats are sessions offered?
Sessions can be carried out by video call, phone, live chat or text-based messaging to suit different needs and schedules.
How does cost and billing work?
Costs vary with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
What is the process for getting started?
Begin by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.
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