Lynne Robinson

Lynne Robinson is an HCPC-registered Chartered Counselling Psychologist and Associate Fellow of the British Psychological Society, with more than 40 years’ experience. She remains registered to practise in South Africa and is EuroPsy registered. Lynne has postgraduate degrees in both Philosophy and Psychology. She has published several articles, poetry and a book of psychological self-help, and has appeared on national television and radio in South Africa, speaking about relationships and other psychology topics.

Lynne completed specialised courses in neurodiversity, including autism and ADHD, play therapy, working with anxious families, and is a certified polyvagal practitioner and somatic coach. She has extensive experience in working with women’s health, including treating the psychological impact of infertility and miscarriage. She is also a menopause coach. Lynne has an integrative style and is passionate about the fine interplay between body and mind.

Her approach to psychotherapy encompasses support for individuals and couples who are experiencing emotional, mental, developmental or behavioural challenges. She utilises a variety of therapeutic modalities, including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Therapy, the Rogerian person-centred approach, Gestalt therapy, Narrative therapy and Systems Theory. Assessment, formulation and diagnosis are based on a comprehensive understanding of biological, social and psychological factors, in line with the Systems Theory approach.

In the past, Lynne worked for large, high-performance organisations in senior roles, supporting people, leadership and organisational wellbeing. Her background in both clinical settings and corporate environments enables her to support clients navigating workplace challenges as well as personal growth.

Lynne has extensive experience working with individuals, couples, and families and often supports people who have migrated all over the world. Her own experience of transitioning from South Africa to the UK gives her valuable insight into the emotional and practical challenges that can accompany major life transitions.

Lynne has accumulated years of experience and expertise in delivering high-quality psychological therapy for a broad range of difficulties related to:

• ADHD

• Anger Management

• Anxiety and Anxiety Disorders(Health Anxiety, General Anxiety, Social Anxiety, Panic Attacks)

• Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD)

• Chronic Pain

• Codependency

• Depressionand Low Mood

• Grief Counselling, Loss and Bereavement

• LGBTQIA+

• Insomnia and Sleeping Difficulties

• Low Self-Esteem and Self-Confidence

• Narcissism and Narcissistic Abuse

• Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)

• Phobias, including Emetophobia, Claustrophobia and Agoraphobia

• Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)

• Relationship Difficulties

• Stress and Stress Management

• Trauma

• Abuse

• Academic Stress / Pressure

• ASD

• Attachment Issues

• Bipolar Affective Disorder

• Building Self-Compassion

• Bullying at Work

• Burnout

• Childhood Trauma

• Chronic Health Conditions

• Domestic Violence

• Eating Disorders

• Emotional Regulation

• Fibromyalgia

• Identity-related Issues

• Imposter Syndrome

• Intergenerational Trauma

• Interpersonal Effectiveness

• Life Adjustment Issues (e.g. change, loss, separation)

• Life Changes and Transitions

• Mood Disorders

• Perfectionism

• Personality Disorders / Difficulties

• Personal Resilience

• Procrastination and Self-Sabotage

• Shame and Self-Criticism

• Sexual Disorders

• Sexuality Exploration

• Sexual Harassment at Work

• Shame and Self-Criticism

• Unhealthy/Toxic Patterns of Relating

• Work-Related Issues

To book an appointment with Lynne Robinson, please book your free consultation below, and our clinical director will be happy to accommodate your request.