Lucy Close
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Contact information
- Phone number
- 07466961633
Therapist - London
Features
- Flexible hours available
- Concessionary rates
Availability
I understand that finding the right counsellor can feel overwhelming. I offer a free 15-minute introductory call so you can get a sense of who I am, share a little about what’s bringing you to therapy, and ask any questions you might have.
If you’d like to explore working together, please get in touch to check availability or arrange a call.
I offer online sessions on weekday afternoons, with limited evening slots available. In-person sessions take place at Cherry Tree Therapy Centre in Buckhurst Hill.
About me and my therapy practice
I’m an integrative counsellor, which means I draw from a range of therapeutic approaches - including person-centred, psychodynamic, existential, and cognitive models. This allows our work to be fluid and responsive, shaped around your individual story rather than a set method. Therapy with me might involve exploring how past experiences have influenced your present, untangling thoughts and feelings, noticing patterns, or reconnecting with your sense of direction and creative energy.
My approach is informed by experience in both short-term, focused therapy within the NHS and longer-term counselling in more open-ended settings. I offer a space where you can bring the full complexity of who you are - including the parts that feel uncertain, different, or difficult to put into words. I’m especially interested in working with people who see the world a little differently or feel they don’t quite fit the mould. Therapy with me is about curiosity, compassion, and supporting you to explore life in a way that feels true to you.
Practice description
I bring a calm, warm, and down-to-earth presence to my work. You can expect a space where you’re met with openness, care, and respect - where your thoughts, feelings, and experiences are welcomed without judgement. I aim to create a therapeutic relationship that feels safe and collaborative, where you’re supported to explore at your own pace and gently challenged when needed. My intention is always to walk alongside you, helping you make sense of things and reconnect with your own inner resources.
My first session
The first session is a chance for us to get to know each other. We’ll talk about what’s brought you to counselling, what you’d like support with, and whether we feel like a good fit. There’s no pressure to dive in too deeply straight away - it’s a space to ask questions, explore your hopes or concerns, and get a feel for how I work. From there, we can agree on a way forward that feels right for you.
What I can help with
Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues, LGBTQ+ counselling, Loss, Personal development, Relationships, Self esteem, Sexual identity, Sexuality, Stress, Women's issues, Work related issues
Types of therapy
Cognitive, Existential, Humanistic, Integrative, Person centred, Psychodynamic, Relational
Clients I work with
Adults, Older adults, Trainees, Young people
How I deliver therapy
Long term sessions, Long-term face-to-face work, Online therapy, Short term sessions, Short-term face-to-face work, Telephone therapy
Languages spoken
English