- Stress and anxiety
- Relationship issues
- Social anxiety support
About Lorraine
Lorraine Hutchinson is a counsellor registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) with 10 years of professional experience. She works with people who are coping with stress, anxiety, relationship strain, low self-esteem, depression and life transitions. Lorraine also lists communication problems, guilt and shame, isolation and social anxiety and phobia among areas she supports.
She uses straightforward conversation to clarify what is causing distress and what the person wants to change. Sessions focus on practical steps and on noticing patterns that keep problems going. Lorraine helps people talk through difficult feelings and practise new ways of relating to themselves and others.
Her style is calm and direct. She encourages small experiments between sessions and explores how daily routines, thinking styles and relationships affect mood. Work might include building confidence to speak up, reducing avoidance of social situations, or developing clearer ways to communicate with others.
Lorraine draws on evidence-based therapeutic techniques to shape sessions in a way that fits each person. She explains options and helps decide which methods to try first. People can expect clear suggestions, guided discussion and space to reflect on progress.
Sessions are offered in English from the United Kingdom. To begin, the site asks people to complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session. The subscription used for sessions can be cancelled at any time.
How Lorraine uses evidence-based techniques in online sessions
Many of the approaches Lorraine uses involve structured ways to notice and change thoughts, feelings and behaviours. One common approach focuses on identifying unhelpful thinking patterns and testing them against everyday situations to reduce anxiety and low mood. This method helps when worry, self-criticism or negative predictions get in the way of social interaction.Another approach works on gradual exposure to feared situations. It encourages small, manageable steps towards activities that are avoided because of anxiety, such as speaking up or meeting new people. This can reduce avoidance and build confidence through repeated practice.
Finding the right fit is part of the process. Lorraine will work collaboratively with each person to choose which techniques to try, check how they feel about those methods, and adapt the plan over time to match goals and progress.
Confirm the available session formats before booking, as formats are not listed here. Many people value online sessions because they can be scheduled around work or childcare and can reduce travel time. Phone or video sessions may suit different practical needs - for example phone calls can be a quicker check-in and video can allow face-to-face interaction when preferred. Registered or accredited professionals can explain which option might fit a person's routine and reasons for seeking help.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
10+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, relationship problems, low self-esteem, depression and coping with life changes, plus related issues such as communication problems, guilt, shame and social anxiety and phobia.
What is her therapeutic style?
Sessions are practical and conversational, focusing on understanding patterns and trying concrete steps to reduce distress and improve day-to-day functioning.
How much experience does she have?
She has 10 years of professional experience working with people on the concerns listed above.
What credential does she hold and where is she based?
Lorraine is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and is based in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the UK work with her?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are sessions arranged and what does it cost?
Costs vary with location and sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time; specific pricing is provided during signup.
How do I get started?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.