Business Details
Your Trusted Counselling Partner in Lymington
Balance In Mind Counselling is a dedicated counselling and psychotherapy practice founded on the principle that effective therapy must be flexible, adaptive, and collaborative. Our approach integrates multiple evidence-based modalities, including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR), and Dyadic Developmental Psychotherapy (DDP). With expertise in addressing depression, anxiety, trauma, attachment issues, and adoption-related challenges, we provide tailored support for adults, young people (14+), and families.Our founder, a registered Adoption Counsellor and accredited member of the British Association for Counsellors and Psychotherapists (BACP), brings extensive experience from private practice, charitable organisations, and educational institutions. We prioritise creating a supportive, confidential environment where clients develop the willingness to engage with difficult thoughts and emotions to lead more meaningful lives. Our services include face-to-face and online sessions, with a commitment to ongoing professional development and adherence to the BACP Ethical Framework.
Services
Counselling
Psychotherapy
Supervision
EMDR Therapy
Adoption Counselling
Family Therapy
Trauma Support
Online Sessions
Attachment Therapy
CBT Services
Highlights and features
- We offer 20+ years of experience in private and charitable mental health settings.
- Our integrative approach combines CBT, ACT, EMDR, and DDP for tailored therapy.
- Specialist in adoption, attachment trauma, and adverse childhood experiences (ACEs).
- BACP-accredited practitioners adhering to strict ethical standards.
- Flexible sessions available face-to-face or online for accessibility.
Associations and certifications
- British Association for Counsellors and Psychotherapists (BACP)
- EMDR Practitioner
Services
Counselling
Personalised counselling for adults and young people addressing depression, anxiety, identity issues, and relationship challenges. Our integrative approach combines CBT, ACT, and mindfulness to foster emotional resilience. Sessions focus on values-driven living and processing traumatic memories to improve self-worth and life quality.
EMDR Therapy
Specialist EMDR therapy for adults with PTSD or complex trauma. Using bilateral stimulation, we reprocess distressing memories to reduce symptoms like hypervigilance and negative beliefs. This evidence-based method transforms traumatic experiences into adaptive memories, enabling emotional regulation and recovery.
Family Therapy
DDP-informed family therapy for adoption, fostering, or ACE-related challenges. We address behavioural communication, emotional regulation, and therapeutic parenting through playfulness and empathy. Sessions help families understand trauma impacts and build secure attachments using neuroscience-based interventions.
Supervision
BACP-compliant supervision for counsellors and trainees using the Seven-Eyed Model. We integrate ACT, CBT, and trauma theories to enhance practice through reflective exploration. Supervision focuses on professional growth, ethical decision-making, and managing complex client cases in private or educational settings.
Adoption Counselling
Registered adoption counselling for adoptees, families, and birth relatives. Addressing lifelong impacts of adoption, including identity struggles and emotional regulation. We utilise trauma-informed techniques to resolve grief, improve relationships, and foster self-acceptance while adhering to Ofsted-regulated standards.
People
Steph
Founder & Counsellor
BACP-accredited counsellor specialising in trauma, adoption, and attachment therapies. Integrates CBT, ACT, and EMDR for adults and young people. Experienced in schools, fostering agencies, and private practice. Holds qualifications in integrative counselling and DDP mid-way certification.
Questions
What therapeutic approaches do you use?
We integrate CBT, ACT, EMDR, DDP, and Rogers' Core Conditions for tailored, evidence-based therapy.
Do you offer online sessions?
Yes, we provide flexible face-to-face and online counselling for accessibility.
Are sessions confidential?
All sessions are confidential unless there's a risk of severe harm to someone.
What are your fees?
Individual sessions start at £60; family therapy from £80. Supervision is £90 per 1.5 hours.
How do I book a consultation?
Contact us via phone or email to schedule a free 20-minute initial consultation.
Do you specialise in adoption support?
Yes, we're a registered adoption counsellor with Barnardo's and use DDP for family therapy.
