About Me
I’m Lynn, an adoptee and a counsellor. I bring both lived experience and professional training (MA in Integrative Counselling, with specialised adoption support) to my work with adult adoptees.
I know how adoption can shape identity, belonging, and relationships, not just in childhood, but throughout adult life. Many people I meet describe feelings of not being fully seen, struggling to piece together their story, or wondering why certain patterns keep repeating.
My approach is relational, grounded in empathy, curiosity, and respect for your unique story. Therapy with me is not about quick fixes or judgement, it’s about having space to explore what has felt hidden and to begin finding a stronger sense of yourself.
I’m based in Horsforth, Leeds, and also work online with adoptees across the UK. If you’re considering therapy, you don’t have to figure it all out alone. I’d be honoured to walk alongside you.
Qualifications and Experience
Counselling for adult adoptees, and others, who want to explore identity, relationships, and how the past still shapes the present
Alongside adoption counselling, I also support people navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, suicidal feelings, domestic abuse, and complex family dynamics - the focus of my master’s research.
I specialise in working with adult adoptees, exploring identity, belonging, and the lasting impact of early separation. I also have experience supporting neurodivergent clients, including those navigating the intersections of adoption and neurodiversity.
I understand that opening up and trusting someone can feel daunting. My aim is to make this process easier by offering a warm, safe, non-judgemental, and confidential space.
MA in Integrative Counselling
Certified training in Adoption Support Counselling
Certified training in Trauma-Informed Practice
Postgraduate Certificate in Interpersonal and Counselling Skills
I am a registered member of the British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and follow their ethical principles.
I also volunteered as a listener with Samaritans Leeds for over 10 years before qualifying as a counsellor.
