Lynda Dobrin

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location_on Epping CM16 & Ilford IG6
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About me

Change is an unavoidable part of life sometimes. Maybe you have had a major change that has pulled the rug from under you, and you may be feeling, sad, scared, anxious, angry, guilty, jealous, ashamed or it might be that you are finding the change difficult to accept.

Does your life feel like a big jumbled up mess at the moment. Maybe you’re feeling really confused, depressed and anxious by the changes that have happened in your life, perhaps this change has left you feeling unsafe and insecure. This change may have impacted other relationships.  Do you feel like this change has knocked you’re confidence, leaving you with a feeling of I don’t trust myself?

If this sounds like you then call me, my name is lynda and I love working with clients who are going through changes, wanted or unwanted. My clients inspire me all the time, they work through some real tough things and find their own answer and meaning for a life that is right for them. The best part of my job is watching my clients take baby steps to find another way to live their life in a world that changed forever for them.

Whatever your struggles, no matter how big or small you think they are I am here to support and guide you through the confusion that you might be experiencing.

In our confidential sessions, we'll work through your thoughts and feeling, helping you untangle past experiences and navigate current challenges. With practical strategies and supportive guidance, you'll gain clarity, resilience and the tools needed to feel more in control of your life. 

We can focus on goals if that is how you like to work or we can explore whatever might be impacting your life, and together, work towards a happier version of you.

I understand how hard it is to ask for help, and even harder to decide what counsellor is right for you. To see if I am right for you I offer a free 15 minute telephone consultation this will give you a chance to get a feel for me and to ask any questions you may have about the service I offer.  

I offer sessions either face to face, zoom or telephone which ever way you feel would work best for you.

If you’re ready to start on this journey, I’m here to help you along the way. 

Please call Lynda on 077903 74026 or email Lynda@bestversionofyou.info  

You can work with me in person, Epping or Ilford both are easily accessible from East London, North London, East Hertfordshire and Essex. And of course you can Zoom Worldwide from anywhere.

I offer long term and short term work.  And offer day, evening and weekend appointments 

Training, qualifications & experience

  • Level 4 Diploma Therapeutic Counselling (Dip Couns)
  • Level 3 Counselling Studies
  • Level 2 Counselling Skills
  • Certificate in Online and Telephone Counselling
  • Member of the BACP (British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy)

In addition to my private practise I work for Haven survivors of abuse network, which provides support for survivors of domestic and sexual abuse.  I have trained at  St Joseph’s hospice I am now part of the  bereavement counselling team.

Member organisations

BACP
British Association for Counselling & Psychotherapy (BACP)

BACP is one of the UK’s leading professional bodies for counselling and psychotherapy with around 60,000 members. The Association has several different categories of membership, including Student Member, Individual Member, Registered Member MBACP, Registered Accredited Member MBACP (Accred) and Senior Registered Accredited Member MBACP (Snr Acccred). Registered and accredited members are listed on the BACP Register, which shows that they have demonstrated BACP’s recommended standards for training, proficiency and ethical practice. The BACP Register was the first register of psychological therapists to be accredited by the Professional Standards Authority (PSA). Accredited and senior accredited membership are voluntary categories for members who choose to undertake a rigorous application and assessment process to demonstrate additional standards around practice, training and supervision. Individual members will have completed an appropriate counselling or psychotherapy course and started to practise, but they won’t appear on the BACP Register until they've demonstrated that they meet the standards for registration. Student members are still in the process of completing their training. All members are bound by the BACP Ethical Framework and a Professional Conduct Procedure.

Areas of counselling I deal with

Therapies offered

Fees

£40.00 - £60.00
Free initial telephone session

Concessions offered for

  • check_circle Low income
  • check_circle OAPs
  • check_circle Students
  • check_circle Refugees

Additional information

 Zoom sessions  £40.00

In person sessions £60.00

When I work

Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun
Morning
Afternoon
Evening
Night

Hours of work:

  • 7 am - 9 pm Monday, Tuesday, Thursday
  • 7 am - 2 pm Friday
  • Weekend appointments on request

Further information

I’m here to help you along the way. You are not alone.

Please call Lynda on 077903 74026 or send an email using the contact form. 

I offer a free 15-minute online consultation. This consultation is an opportunity for you to ask any questions about the counselling service I provide and to determine if I'm the right person to support you on your journey.

I offer various options to meet your needs.

Face to face, online, telephone,  walk and talk sessions.

Sessions are 50 minutes; I offer long term and short term work. 

Ilford, Greater London, IG6

Type of session

In person
Online
Phone
Home visits

Types of client

Young people (13-17)
Young adults (18-24)
Adults (25-64)
Older Adults (65+)

Key details

DBS check info

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If you have accessibility difficulties home visits can sometimes be arranged

Online platforms

Whatsapp
Zoom