Business Details
16 Years
experience
Ethical Counselling Services in Skipton
Established in 2010, The Lightwell Practice has been providing ethical and high-quality counselling and psychotherapy services in Skipton, North Yorkshire. Our team of qualified practitioners adheres to the professional standards and ethical guidelines of their governing bodies, ensuring a safe and confidential environment for clients. We specialise in individual and couples therapy, offering a range of approaches tailored to diverse needs. Our sliding scale fees reflect practitioners' experience, making therapy accessible to those on varying incomes. We prioritise creating a welcoming atmosphere that celebrates diversity and supports clients in understanding and overcoming their challenges. With options for in-person, online, and telephone therapy, we accommodate modern lifestyles while maintaining therapeutic integrity.Our practitioners bring extensive experience from healthcare, education, and complementary therapy backgrounds, enhancing their ability to address complex psychological issues. We are committed to continuous professional development, ensuring our services remain informed by the latest practices. By matching clients to the most suitable therapist during initial consultations, we foster effective therapeutic relationships. Our accessibility features, including a wheelchair-accessible therapy room, demonstrate our dedication to inclusivity. Through compassionate listening and evidence-based techniques, we empower clients to achieve lasting personal growth and emotional well-being.
Services
Psychotherapy
Relationship Counselling
Employee Counselling
Online Therapy
Clinical Supervision
Details
- Year established: 2010
Highlights and features
- We offer a sliding scale of fees based on practitioner experience
- Our therapists hold qualifications from accredited institutions
- We provide accessible online and telephone therapy options
- We celebrate diversity and maintain a non-judgmental environment
- Our practitioners attend regular supervision and CPD training
Associations and certifications
- UKCP
- BACP
- UKATA
- EATA
What people say
Warm and supportive
Life-changing therapy
Understanding behaviours
Safe and confidential
Celebrates diversity
Services
Psychotherapy
Our psychotherapy services provide a safe space for exploring emotional challenges using evidence-based approaches. Practitioners employ transactional analysis and integrative techniques to help clients understand behavioural patterns. Sessions focus on promoting self-awareness and developing practical solutions for lasting personal growth.
Relationship Counselling
Specialised support for couples navigating relationship difficulties through structured therapeutic interventions. Our practitioners help partners improve communication, resolve conflicts, and rebuild trust. Sessions focus on creating mutual understanding and developing healthier relationship dynamics tailored to each couple's unique circumstances.
Online Therapy
Accessible therapy sessions conducted via secure video calls for clients unable to attend in person. This service accommodates geographical, health, or scheduling constraints while maintaining therapeutic effectiveness. Practitioners adapt their approaches to ensure meaningful engagement through digital platforms for consistent client support.
Clinical Supervision
Structured supervision sessions for therapists and counsellors seeking professional development. Our certified supervisors provide reflective practice opportunities using transactional analysis frameworks. This service supports practitioners in maintaining ethical standards, enhancing therapeutic skills, and addressing complex case management challenges.
Employee Counselling
Tailored mental health support for employees dealing with work-related stress or personal issues affecting performance. Our practitioners help individuals develop coping strategies, improve work-life balance, and navigate organisational challenges through confidential therapeutic sessions.
People
Caroline Smith
UKCP Registered Psychotherapist
Certified Transactional Analyst with 30 years healthcare experience, specialising in anxiety and self-esteem issues. Combines psychotherapy with yoga expertise to address mind-body connections, registered with UKCP and actively engaged in professional development.
Dave Smith
BACP Registered Therapist
Experienced in couples therapy and behavioural pattern analysis, bringing creative problem-solving skills from diverse career background. Committed to helping clients overcome relationship challenges through evidence-based therapeutic approaches and regular professional development.
Sheila Knight
Counselling Therapist
Empathetic practitioner specialising in mental health and trauma recovery, utilising narrative therapy techniques informed by publishing background. BACP-registered therapist with focus on self-compassion and interpersonal relationship improvement through continuous professional development.
Jennifer Raper
Transactional Analysis Therapist
Experienced psychotherapist with NHS and charity sector background, specialising in anxiety, depression, and trauma recovery. Combines TA theory with relational approaches to help clients break negative patterns, maintaining BACP registration and active professional engagement.
Questions
What types of therapy do you offer?
We provide individual and couples therapy, online/telephone sessions, and clinical supervision using integrative and transactional analysis approaches.
Are your therapists qualified?
All practitioners are registered with professional bodies like UKCP and BACP, holding relevant qualifications and maintaining regular supervision and CPD.
Do you offer flexible pricing options?
Yes, we have a sliding scale from £55 for individual sessions, with reduced rates available for those on low incomes.
Is your facility accessible?
Our therapy room is wheelchair accessible, though toilet facilities currently have stepped access.
