Lisa Folly, BACP
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Lisa is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- Great news, Lisa is accepting new clients!
- She is normally fully-booked.
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in United Kingdom
More about Lisa
- 3 years' experience
- Female
- BACP
Hi, I'm Lisa.
Being listened to in the right way can help you feel better.
I am a qualified and skilled person-centred therapist who lives and works in the Scottish Highlands. I have worked as a counsellor in primary and secondary schools, a GP surgery, third sector organisations and in private practice, both face-to-face and online.
I work therapeutically with children (age 10+), young people and adults.
I have extensive experience of supporting a range of needs including those around social, emotional and behavioural difficulties and neurodivergence. I was a teacher for eighteen years.
I have a postgraduate diploma in person-centred counselling (with distinction) from Aberdeen University. I have undertaken accredited, in depth additional training, specific to online therapy - I am a member of ACTO (Association for Counselling and Therapy Online).
I enjoy connecting with people and believe that we all have potential, even when life is hard.
Person-centred counselling is a non-directive therapeutic approach, based on a positive and hopeful belief in human potential - that everyone can change and grow if they are placed in a nurturing environment. Within the therapeutic relationship, counsellor observations can help clients to understand their perceived reality and in turn, alter their thinking and behaviour, so they can live in a more fully functional way.
Person-centred therapy does not offer fixes, strategies or solutions – rather, it holds that clients already have the answers and with some help, will be able to see them.
I will listen to you in a caring, authentic, understanding, and non-judgemental manner. I believe that being listened to in this way, provides the optimal conditions to facilitate change and can enable you to:
- find a way through your problems or difficulties
- become clearer about who you are and what you need
- become more confident.
A vital part of counselling is that you feel heard and understood. Although counsellor and client are not in the same room, online therapy can be just as effective in achieving this as face-to-face therapy.
I am a member of the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (PVG) scheme, with regards working with children and adults.
I am a Registered Member of BACP (MBACP).
Specialties
Licenses
- BACP · United Kingdom · 412740 · Expires August 2025
About online counseling
- Affordable.
- Pay a low flat fee.
- Convenient.
- Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
- Available now.
- There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.
Online counseling, sometimes called teletherapy, refers to talk therapy delivered remotely through digital platforms, such as video calls, phone calls, or chat. It can be a great option for people who face barriers to traditional face-to-face therapy, such as those living in remote areas, individuals with mobility issues, or people with busy schedules that make it difficult to attend in-person sessions.
Teletherapy also offers greater convenience and flexibility, allowing clients to access care from the comfort of their homes. Research shows that the treatment outcomes with online counseling are often just as effective as with traditional therapy, providing a viable alternative for individuals seeking mental health support.
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Frequently asked questions
Does Lisa Folly offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Lisa Folly works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.
What language(s) does Lisa Folly speak?
Lisa Folly speaks English.
How many years of experience does Lisa Folly have?
Lisa Folly has 3 years of experience.
Where is Lisa Folly licensed to practice?
Lisa Folly is licensed to practice in the United Kingdom.
Does Lisa Folly accept clients outside of the United Kingdom?
No, Lisa Folly does not accept clients outside of the United Kingdom.
Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?
Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
How can I communicate with Lisa Folly?
Lisa Folly can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.
How do I get started with Lisa Folly?
Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.
Mental health conditions are real, common, and treatable.
And recovery is possible.
When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.