Welcome to Lynne Holmes Psychotherapy
Hi, I’m Lynne
I'm an integrative psychotherapist, which means I combine practice and theory from different schools of psychotherapy, including Gestalt. psychodynamic psychotherapy, group and family therapy.
This is a multi-faceted approach. This enables me to offer you a wide range of resources to help you think about your life and the changes you would like to see happen.
I trained originally as a body psychotherapist and I am aware of the interplay between body and mind and how one influences the other.
My previous background was in coaching and facilitating workshops for actors, writers, musicians and directors. Creativity in life is as important to me as problem solving.
Therapy is not just about moving through difficult feelings, it is also about how to create more joy, pleasure and better relationships in your life. I combine a pragmatic, creative approach with an understanding of the deeper dynamics at play.
I am accredited by the UK Council of Psychotherapists (UKCP) and the UK Association of Humanistic Psychology Practitioners (AHPP), both of which are recognised by the Professional Standards Authority (PSA)
I work online and have a consulting room in Ealing, West London.
Frequently Asked Question
What is involved in the psychotherapy or counselling process?
We will meet, usually once a week, online on Zoom or in my consulting room in Ealing, West London. It is possible to have fortnightly or bi-weekly sessions. You can bring to therapy anything that is troubling you, or any area of your life that you would like to explore. We talk about this together.
Therapy Contract
If you decide that you would like to work with me, we will find a regular time that suits you. I will then reserve that time for your sessions on an on-going basis. If you cannot make that time, I will do my best to reschedule the session in the same week.
Therapy is usually an open-ended process. If you prefer a time limited arrangement, we schedule a limited number of sessions and start with an end date in mind.
First Session
It is important that you find a therapist who you can feel comfortable with. I offer an initial exploratory session without any obligation to continue. This gives you the opportunity to find out if you are drawn to working with me and for me to understand what you want and need.
Therapy or Counselling?
In general, counselling tends to be a short-term contract and psychotherapy a longer ongoing relationship. Both will offer you a safe environment in which to explore your difficulties, uncover the reasons why you are struggling and build the tools to help you to cope and thrive.
Pre-session Phone call
If you have any questions or concerns, I’m happy to arrange a time to speak on the phone before scheduling a meeting.
How long is a session?
Therapy sessions last 50 minutes for an individual and 60 minutes for couples. Supervision sessions last 60 minutes for an individual and 90 minutes for a group.
Are you monitored professionally?
I am a member of the UK Council of Psychotherapists (UKCP) and the UK Association of Humanistic Psychology Practitioners (AHPP). Both are registered with the Professional Standards Authority. (PSA)
Qualifications
Diploma from the Chiron Centre for Body Psychotherapy, Diploma in Supervision from the CSTD (Bath), Diploma in Couple Psychotherapy from Relate, Diploma in Psychoanalytic Studies from Essex University. Foundation Courses at the Institute of Family Therapy and the Group Analytic Practice. In addition, I am in regular supervision and have a wide-ranging portfolio of CPD (continuous professional development) including on Trauma and Attachment.
Issues I Work With
Relationship Difficulties of all kinds – with individuals or couples. Parenting stresses, Broken friendships, Difficult family relationships, Estrangement, Work Problems, Redundancy, Bereavement and Loss, Grief, Divorce, Sadness, Stress, Anger, Depression, Pregnancy, Childlessness, IVF, Alcohol reduction, Eating patterns, Exercise and Body image. The impact of Neurodivergence and / or Trauma on relational styles.
I offer:
- Individual and couple psychotherapy
- Supervision for psychotherapists and counsellors
- Psychotherapy and supervision for psychotherapy and counselling trainees.
- Supervision for family law solicitors, mediators and practitioners.
Fees & Availability
£65.00 – £90.00 for individual therapy and supervision.
£75.00 – £110.00 for couple therapy.
£45.00 – for group supervision.
Family Law Supervision: fee on application.
Day Time sessions
Tuesday to Friday
10.30-18.00
Evening sessions
Monday to Thursday
18.00-20.30
Location
Online sessions are via zoom.
In person sessions are at my private practice based in Ealing, West London. This is a comfortable, quiet space overlooking a garden.
There is free parking on the street. The practice room is close to Ealing Broadway, A40 and A406.
The nearest Underground stations are Ealing Broadway (Elizabeth Line, Central Line, District Line) or Hanger Lane (Central Line). The E2 and the E9 have bus stops nearby. I can be easily reached from Acton, Brentford, Ealing, Chiswick, Notting Hill and Hammersmith, and further afield outside of London, such as Oxford, Reading and Windsor.
Family Law Supervision can be offered at your place of work.
Get in touch
Please feel free to contact me via the contact form or directly by email at lynneholmes@icloud.com if you have any questions or would like to arrange an initial appointment.