When we’re feeling stuck or in pain, it can feel impossible to know how to move forward. We may feel overwhelmed by life’s challenges, or have a constant anxiety which plagues us, even if everything seems okay on the surface. Whatever your reason for being here, I will meet you where you’re at. My wish is for you to feel heard, seen, valued and understood, so that together, we can create a safe collaborative space for you to explore what is going on for you.
As an integrative psychotherapist specialising in re-integrating emotional trauma, I have extensive experience of helping clients to process and release the emotional burdens which are holding them back. My approach is informed by relational, transpersonal and somatic modalities, meaning I work with the whole of you, mind, body, and spirit.
My intention is to get to the root of your challenges through cognitive understanding (to bring what is unconsciously running your life into your awareness), inner parts work (getting to know the different parts of you which are splitting you apart within, so you can re-integrate them and come back to wholeness) and processing emotional trauma through the body, helping you to somatically release the pain which is keeping you stuck. I believe in client autonomy, that you already have everything you need within, and that my job is to support you whilst you unravel the emotional build-up which is keeping you apart from your embodied wisdom.
My approach is informed by Clarkson’s 5 relationship model, Carl Jung’s individuation process, “parts” therapy/internal family systems, Bowlby’s attachment theory, spiritual teachings such as those from John Kabatt-Zinn and Eckhart Tolle, Peter Levine’s somatic theory, and mindfulness practices such as yoga and vipassana meditation.
COMMON PRESENTING ISSUES
Relational integrative therapy can help with presenting issues such as anxiety, depression/melancholia, low self-esteem, hopelessness, lack of purpose/direction, identity crises, feeling lost, relationship struggles, existential/spiritual crises, severe stress/burnout, addictions, trauma and narcissistic abuse, fears and phobias, anger management, grief and loss, loneliness/isolation, big life transitions, attachment issues/co-dependency, childhood emotional neglect, to name a few. Relational therapy is often long-term work, however it can be helpful for short term issues too.
If you are dealing with something which is not on this list and would like to contact me to see if my approach may be helpful to you, please get in touch.
ABOUT ME
Whilst previously working in the fashion industry, I found myself plagued by a sense of meaninglessness about life. I was severely anxious with low self-esteem; I was lost, lonely, in chronic emotional pain, and felt my life lacked direction and purpose. Although this was my reality at the time, I had a gnawing sense that there must be more, there must be a way out of this. I found myself spending my spare time learning about my inner world - my past, my thought patterns, my emotions, my beliefs. I educated myself on the mechanisms of the mind, emotional processing, and how to heal trauma. With the help of therapy, I came face-to-face with my grief and learnt to feel safe in my body again. As I started to shed the layers of past trauma and pain that had been colouring my world grey, I discovered first-hand that real, life-altering change is possible.
Over time, I felt drawn to helping others who have also found themselves lost in the dark, looking for answers. This led me to leave the fashion industry to train as a psychotherapist, which I am deeply passionate about - it is an honour and a privilege to walk alongside others on their journeys. I also remain committed to my own personal and professional development, regularly engaging in further education, creative endeavours, nurturing practices, and relationships that enrich me.
I have previously worked with Headstrong Counselling, which offers low-cost long term therapy, as well as with students at the University of Greenwich counselling service.
QUALIFICATIONS
MSc Therapeutic Counselling - University of Greenwich
Level 7 Diploma Therapeutic Counselling - University of Greenwich
Level 2 CPCAB Counselling Skills - Southbank Colleges
BSc (Hons) Fashion Buying and Merchandising - MMU
I am a Registered member of the BACP. I am fully insured with professional indemnity cover.
Additional areas of focus: Trauma and abuse, Intimacy-related issues, Depression, Attachment issues, Codependency, Commitment Issues, Dependent Personality, Dissociation, Divorce and separation, Emptiness, Isolation / loneliness, Jealousy, Life purpose, Midlife crisis, Self-love, Social anxiety and phobia, Young Adult Issues
BACP Therapist - Registered Member MBACP #401702
These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Lucy Ball. We don't pay anyone to provide their review and they are all made voluntarily. Some people's experience receiving therapy with BetterHelp might be different.
I came to BetterHelp a year ago looking for a place to understand why I had trouble establishing relationships with people. Lucy made me realize what I was really looking for was a relationship with myself. She gave me space to unwind, to look into myself and discover the person I really am, rather than the person I wanted others to see in me. I cannot underestimate the impact the space she created for me has had in my life. I'm not a person who opens up easily, but with Lucy I can do so without fear of judgement, unsolicited advice or bad council. We navigated through my past and present, and she helped me navigate past my pre-conditioned patterns and innermost fears. I like who I am as a person now, and I am learning to trust my instincts more and more everyday. If you are also looking for a safe space where you can get in touch with the real you, I would whole-heartedly recommend Lucy Ball as the person to guide you in your journey.
Written on Nov 03, 2024 after therapy with Lucy for 1 year on issues concerning relationship issues, and self esteem
I feel so blessed to have been matched with Lucy. I have been through a couple of therapists before, but my growth since working with her is not something I expected to happen so quickly. I still have a long way to go, but my weekly sessions with Lucy are the anchor of my week. She is empathetic, non judgmental and provides me with extremely valuable insights and tools. Couldn’t recommend her more.
Written on Jul 09, 2024 after therapy with Lucy for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, self esteem, and compassion fatigue
She has been an amazing help to me in breaking down where my struggles come from
Written on Jun 30, 2024 after therapy with Lucy for 5 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, self esteem, coaching, and adhd
Lucy has helped me massively over the past few months in dealing with anxiety over relationships and the feeling of being left behind. I’ve had a few therapists in the past but no one has had an obvious positive impact the way Lucy has. Lucy is really empathetic and I feel very safe talking to her. Not only that, but she has given me so many tools/ insights which have helped me get to a better place. I really recommend her!
Written on Feb 06, 2024 after therapy with Lucy for 3 months on issues concerning relationship issues, and self esteem