Integrative Counselling & EMDR · Cornwall

A space to
heal,
to move forward

Trauma can affect how you feel about yourself, your relationships, and your sense of safety in the world. I offer a warm, peaceful space — beside a Cornish stream — where you can begin to feel more grounded, regulated, and able to move forward.

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BACP Registered Member

NCPS Accredited Professional

EMDR Europe Practitioner

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"I understand that starting trauma therapy can feel daunting, and that trust and safety take time to build. My approach is compassionate, relational, and non-judgemental — I aim to create a space where you feel able to go at your own pace."

Lisa Hastings · Integrative Therapist & EMDR Practitioner

Lisa Hastings, integrative therapist and EMDR practitioner in Truro, Cornwall

About Lisa

A counsellor who has walked this path herself

My name is Lisa. I am a professionally trained Integrative Therapist with over 10 years' experience and a qualified EMDR practitioner specialising in trauma therapy. I came to this work through my own experience as a client — witnessing first-hand the positive impact that a safe, trusting therapeutic relationship can have.

I work with adults on a one-to-one basis, offering a compassionate, relational, and non-judgemental space. My approach is integrative — drawing on multiple therapeutic traditions including EMDR — because I believe each person is unique, and what helps one may not help another.

I practise privately in a relaxed, peaceful rural setting and am also an associate counsellor with CLEAR Emotional Trauma & Therapy Specialists in Cornwall. I have a strong interest in neurobiology, particularly research highlighting the close connection between mind and body, and I weave those insights into my work where they feel helpful.

EMDR Europe Accredited Practitioner

First Class BA (Hons) Integrative Counselling — Iron Mill College, Exeter

Foundation Degree in Integrative Counselling

University Advanced Diploma in Couple Counselling

NCPS Accredited Professional Registrant

BACP Registered Member

DBS Checked

The Setting

Beside a Cornish stream

Counselling is most effective when you feel truly at ease. My practice is set in a beautiful rural location on the edge of Truro — where the sounds of water and birdsong replace the noise of daily life before you've even sat down.

Many clients find that arriving somewhere peaceful — surrounded by trees, a stream nearby — shifts something before the session even begins. Nature holds a gentle power, and this setting is a quiet gift I'm glad to offer.

Sessions are available in-person at this rural location, or online via Zoom, WhatsApp, or FaceTime, so the benefits of working with me are accessible wherever you are.

How I work

An integrative approach

I draw on several therapeutic traditions, choosing what best serves you at each step. You are the expert on your own life — my role is to help you access that wisdom.

Person-Centred Foundation

At the heart of everything is a belief in your inherent capacity for growth. I offer unconditional positive regard, empathy, and genuine presence — creating the conditions in which change becomes possible.

Psychodynamic Insight

Understanding how our past shapes our present is often key to breaking old patterns. I gently explore early experiences and how they influence the way you feel, relate, and see yourself today.

CBT & Practical Tools

When it's useful, I draw on cognitive-behavioural approaches to help you understand and gently challenge the thinking patterns that may be keeping you stuck or causing distress.

Existential Exploration

Questions of meaning, purpose, identity, and belonging matter deeply. Together we can explore what it means to be fully yourself — and what kind of life you truly want to live.

EMDR Therapy

Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing is an evidence-based therapy that helps process distressing or traumatic experiences. As a qualified EMDR practitioner, I use this approach to help you work through trauma at a pace that feels safe.

The Relationship Itself

Research consistently shows that the quality of the therapeutic relationship is the greatest predictor of positive outcomes. I invest wholeheartedly in building trust, safety, and genuine connection with you.

Areas of Experience

What I can help with

I have broad experience working with adults across a wide range of concerns. Whatever you're carrying, I offer a space where you can set it down and begin to make sense of it — without fear of judgement.

Trauma & PTSD Complex PTSD EMDR Anxiety Depression Abuse & Sexual Trauma Domestic Abuse Narcissistic Abuse Addiction Bereavement & Loss Attachment Disorder Relationships Self-esteem Self-harm Dissociation Eating Disorders OCD Panic Attacks Phobias LGBTQ+ Neurodiversity Stress Burnout Infertility Pregnancy & Postnatal Menopause Anger Management Work-related Stress Redundancy Life Transitions

The Journey

What to expect

Taking the first step is often the hardest. Here's what happens when you reach out.

Free Phone Consultation

You get in touch by email or phone — there's no pressure and no obligation. I offer a free 15-minute phone consultation so we can talk briefly about what's brought you here and whether we feel like a good fit. Everything is completely confidential.

First Session

Our first meeting is a chance to get to know each other. You can share as much or as little as you feel comfortable with. We'll talk about what you're hoping for and whether we feel like a good fit — there's no commitment required.

Ongoing Work

If we decide to work together, we'll meet regularly — usually weekly — at a pace that feels right for you. Counselling sessions last 60 minutes; EMDR sessions are available at 60, 75, or 90 minutes. You won't be rushed; meaningful change takes time and that's entirely okay.

Your Way Forward

There's no fixed end point. Some people find what they need in a handful of sessions; others benefit from longer-term support. We'll regularly review how things feel and you're always in control of when we close.

Lisa's Practice · TR4

Reach Me

Finding your way here

Location

A peaceful rural setting near Truro, Cornwall — TR4. Precise directions provided on booking. Set beside a stream, in a quiet, private environment.

Online Sessions

Also available via Zoom, WhatsApp, or FaceTime, so you can access support from wherever you are in the UK.

Session Times

Available for adults (25+). Counselling: 60 mins · £55. EMDR: 60 mins £55 · 75 mins £65 · 90 mins £75. Reduced-fee spaces available for those experiencing financial difficulties.

Get in Touch

Taking the first step

Reaching out takes courage. However you're feeling right now — uncertain, overwhelmed, or perhaps just quietly curious — I'm glad you're here. There's no pressure and no obligation.

Send me a message and I'll reply within 48 hours, or call me on 07912 746 334 for a free 15-minute consultation. Everything you share is completely confidential.

Not sure if counselling is for you?

That's entirely normal. Many people feel unsure at first. Feel free to ask any questions before committing to anything — I'm very happy to have an informal chat to help you decide.

A space to heal, to move forward