Dr Lynne Cochrane

I am a  Practioner Psychologist and Chartered Health Psychologist, which means I am an Applied Psychologist with specialist training in working with clients going through stressful life circumstances, such as work or relationship issues, common mental health problems including anxiety, panic disorder and depression, as well as physical health-related problems. I have a background in general/physical health and maternal health. I have undertaken post-registration training in working with neurodiversity including ADHD and Autism.  I have worked across the NHS, the private sector and the third sector. I provide highly specialist psychological therapy and health behaviour change interventions.

Why would I need a Health Psychologist? What can they offer?

As well as having the professional knowledge and skills to help you with difficult feelings or challenging issues you are struggling with;  anxiety or depression,  stress and burnout,  PTSD, OCD,  or the difficulties experienced in ADHD or Autism, for instance, Chartered Health Psychologists have a unique specialist training: 

Sustainable Lifestyle Change

Firstly, Health Psychologists are uniquely trained in behavioural science. So, I work by integrating theories and techniques from behavioural science with those based in psychological therapy or counselling. I can develop health behaviour change interventions to break the cycle of ineffective and unsustainable previous attempts to make changes, by providing you with the knowledge and skills you need to make sustainable lifestyle changes, for life; healthy eating, weight loss, exercise, smoking cessation.

Physical Health-related Conditions

The second particular focus of Health Psychology is the psychological impact of physical/medical/health conditions. I have the specialist expertise and experience to help you reduce feelings of anxiety and depression or symptoms of PTSD associated with a long term health condition, such as diabetes or cardiovascular disease, for example. I can also help you to adjust to a recently diagnosed chronic illness, or to improve your quality of life, and empower you to cope more effectively with medically unexplained symptoms or a pain condition, or I can support you to reduce symptoms of health anxiety. 

Pregnancy, Birth, the Postnatal Period, and Menopause

I have a particular interest in, and I specialise in women's health during the times of difficult life transition, such as the perinatal period and the menopause. By integrating evidence-based aspects of third-wave CBT, and behavioural science, I can support you to reclaim control of your life and enjoy life again.

Difficult Feelings or Challenging Issues

As an Applied Psychologist and Practitioner Psychologist I am able to help with mental health problems including anxiety disorders, stress, panic disorder, low mood or depression, PTSD, complex PTSD, OCD, insomnia, challenges that come with ADHD or Autism and other issues that are affecting the way you feel. I use evidence-based therapies to enable you to better understand your unique situation, learn evidence-based techniques, and make changes that will help you to cope effectively and reduce unpleasant symptoms.

Medically unexplained symptoms, panic disorder, C-PTSD, fibromyalgia, chronic fatigue syndrome, tokophobia (fear of childbirth) and pregnancy sickness. The challenges associated with neurodiversity: planning and organisation, procrastination, perfectionism, emotion regulation, impulsivity, and social communication.

Most Psychologists charge between £80-£300 per session based on their knowledge, skills, experience and other factors. My fees start at £80 per therapeutic hour (50 minutes) concessionary rate. 

The flat rate per session without concession is £100 per therapeutic hour.

The fee for the initial assessment is £200/75 minutes

Fees are payable at least 48 hours prior to the appointment time, at the time of booking. Slots cannot be held unless confirmed and fees paid in advance.

Fees for unattended appointments are non-refundable if cancelled within 48 hours.

You will be heard, your views matter. You are the expert in your own situation, and we will work collaboratively. Together we will develop a shared understanding of your situation and we will generate a unique, tailored plan for your therapy, based on your lived experience and views and my professional knowledge and skills. I take a pluralistic approach, integrating aspects of third wave CBT and evidence-based theories and techniques from behavioural science, to form an individualised clinical plan, consistent with your clinical presentation and your therapeutic needs.

Sessions are remote, online or by telephone, Whatsapp and email.