About Me

Hello, I'm Lucy, and welcome to Blue Lotus Counselling.

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I understand that reaching out for counselling can feel daunting, particularly when you are experiencing grief, illness or a difficult time in your life such as depression or anxiety.

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My aim is to offer you a warm, compassionate and confidential space where you can feel listened to, understood and supported without judgement.

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My Background and Experience

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I am a qualified counsellor with a BSc (Hons) in Counselling and a registered member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (MBACP).

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Alongside my counselling qualifications, I have 30 years of experience working as a nurse within the NHS.

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Much of my nursing career has been spent supporting people affected by cancer. serious illness and palliative care. I have  worked as a community Macmillan Nurse, a Macmillan Breast Care Nurse Specialist and within hospice care.

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I have also worked extensively with people living with long-term health conditions due to my role as a Practice Nurse in a GP Surgery.

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These experiences have given me a deep understanding of how illness, loss and uncertainty can affect not only the person living with the diagnosis, but also their partners and families.

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I recognise the emotional challenges faced by those supporting someone they love through serious illness, including the fear, uncertainty, and grief that can arise even before a bereavement.

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My Specialist Interests

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I have a particular interest in supporting people experiencing grief and bereavement, as well as those affected by cancer, chronic illness and life-changing diagnoses.

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Grief is not always associated with death. It can also arise from the loss of a much-loved pet, the breakdown of a relationship, losing a job, or significant changes in our health, identity or circumstances. Whatever the loss, the feelings that accompany it can be deeply painful and deserve to acknowledged and understood.

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I hold specialist qualifications in grief and bereavement counselling and am also a Certified Grief Educator, having completed training with David Kessler- a world- renowned grief expert.

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I recognise that grief is deeply personal. There is no right or wrong way to grieve, and no timetable for how long it should last.

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Whether you are grieving someone you love, or coming to terms with an illness or facing an uncertain future, you do not have to navigate these experiences alone.

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How I Work

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I am an integrative counsellor, which means I draw upon different therapeutic approaches to suit your individual needs.

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​I believe that the relationship between counsellor and client is at the heart of effective counselling. Building trust and offering space where you feel safe to express yourself are central to the way I work. 

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Our sessions will move at a pace that feels comfortable to you. There is no pressure to talk about anything before you are ready.

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Alongside my specialist interests, I also support people experiencing anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, stress, low self- esteem and other emotional challenges.

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Taking the First Step

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Choosing a counsellor is a personal decision, and it is important to find someone who feels right for you.

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If you would like to find out more about working together, please feel free to get in touch. I'm happy to answer any questions you may have.