Dr Lydia | Online Integrative Psychotherapist/Counsellor/Coach

Online therapy

How My Online Counselling and Psychotherapy Therapy Works: Using Zoom

Initial Contact and Consultation

• Step 1: Initial Inquiry
  • Potential clients reach out via the contact form on my profile.
  • I respond promptly to set up an initial consultation, addressing any immediate questions or concerns.
• Step 2: Initial Consultation
• A brief, free consultation session is scheduled via Zoom to discuss the client's needs, goals, and to assess compatibility.
• During this session, I explain my therapeutic approach, confidentiality policies, and answer any questions about the process.

Scheduling and Payment

• Step 3: Session Scheduling
  • Once the client decides to proceed, we schedule regular sessions based on mutual availability.
  • Sessions are typically 50 minutes long and can be scheduled weekly or bi-weekly, depending on the client's needs.
  • The first paid session is an assessment of needs and involves questionnaires and then scheduling of appointments. 
• Step 4: Payment Arrangement
  • Payment methods are discussed and agreed upon. Clients  pay via secure online payment systems a month in advance or 4 block sessions 

Preparing for the Session

• Step 5: Setting Up Zoom
  • Clients receive a Zoom link via email for their scheduled sessions. This link is unique to each session and is sent out 24 hours in advance.
  • Clients are encouraged to test their Zoom setup beforehand to ensure a smooth connection, including checking their internet connection, webcam, and microphone.
• Step 6: Creating a Private Space
  • Clients are advised to find a quiet, private space where they feel comfortable speaking freely without interruptions.

Conducting the Session

• Step 7: Starting the Session
  • At the scheduled time, clients click on the Zoom link and join the session.
  • I greet the client and ensure they are comfortable before starting the therapeutic work.
• Step 8: Therapeutic Process
  • The session begins with a brief check-in, followed by a focus on the client's current concerns or ongoing therapeutic goals.
  • My approach is empathetic and non-judgmental, facilitating a safe environment for clients to explore their emotions and experiences.
  • Techniques and interventions are tailored to the client's needs, often including discussing adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) and their impact.

Post-Session and Follow-Up

• Step 9: Post-Session Reflection
  • At the end of the session, we briefly review what was discussed and set goals or tasks for the next session.
  • Clients are encouraged to reflect on the session and note any thoughts or feelings that arise between sessions.
• Step 10: Follow-Up Communication
  • I provide additional resources or follow-up communication if necessary, such as reading materials or coping strategies.
  • Clients can reach out via email for support or to reschedule sessions if needed.

Confidentiality and Privacy

• Step 11: Maintaining Confidentiality
  • All sessions are conducted with strict confidentiality, adhering to ethical standards and privacy laws.
  • Zoom sessions are encrypted to ensure client privacy, and no sessions are recorded without explicit consent.

Continuous Evaluation

• Step 12: Ongoing Assessment
  • Throughout the therapeutic process, we regularly evaluate progress and adjust the approach as needed to ensure it aligns with the client's evolving goals.
  • Feedback from clients is welcomed and integrated to improve the therapeutic experience.

By utilizing Zoom for online counselling and psychotherapy, I strive to make therapy accessible, flexible, and effective, providing a compassionate and supportive environment for clients to work through their challenges and achieve their mental health goals.

Qualifications and registrations

Integrative Psychotherapist/Counsellor/Coach & Clinical Supervisor

Accredited Member National Council of Integrative Psychotherapists

Accredited Supervisor National Council of Integrative Psychotherapists

Member of the Health Care and Professions Council

DSc Patient Point of Care Diagnostics

Diploma in Counselling

Certificate in Obesity & Diabetes Management

Certificate in Adult and Children and Young People's Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) Recovery Toolkit Training

Certificate Evidence-­Based Trauma Treatments & Interventions 

Certificate The 10 Core Competencies of Trauma, PTSD, Grief & Loss

Certificate Adult Domestic Violence Recovery Toolkit Training

Certificate Children and Young People Domestic Violence Recovery Toolkit

Areas of counselling I can help with

• ✓ Abuse
• ✓ Adoption/Post-Adoption
• ✓ Anxiety
• ✓ Being assertive
• ✓ Bereavement, grief, loss
• ✓ Binge-eating disorder
• ✓ Bullying
• ✓ Burnout
• ✓ Self confidence

• ✓ Depression
• ✓ Eating problems
• ✓ Family problems
• ✓ Feeling lonely
• ✓ Insecurity
• ✓ Low self esteem
• ✓ Miscarriage
• ✓ Post-traumatic stress disorder
• ✓ Postnatal depression

• ✓ Redundancy
• ✓ Relationship issues
• ✓ Retirement
• ✓ Stress
• ✓ Trauma
• ✓ Weight loss
• ✓ Workplace stress

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