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Lynn Gardiner


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Lynn Gardiner

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My Approach

My practice is grounded in systemic psychotherapy, which means I look beyond problems in isolation and consider the relationships, experiences, family patterns, social contexts and life events that shape them.

I believe that difficulties often make sense when viewed in the context of our relationships and life experiences. Together we explore these patterns, identify strengths and resources, and develop new ways of understanding and responding to challenges.

I integrate systemic, attachment-informed, trauma-informed and relational approaches to meet the individual needs of each person, couple, family or group. Whether we are working with a young person struggling with anxiety, a couple experiencing communication difficulties, or a family/ system navigating conflict or change, my aim is to help create meaningful and lasting change.

About Me

I am an AFSP and UKCP-accredited Family & Systemic Psychotherapist and MBACP-registered Counsellor with over 25 years' experience supporting children, young people, adults, couples, and families across NHS, local authority, and community settings.

Throughout my career, I have worked with people and systems facing a wide range of difficulties, including trauma, anxiety, relationship challenges, family conflict, loss, life transitions, emotional distress and mental health difficulties. I have particular expertise in working with adolescents, families and systems experiencing complex or high-conflict situations.

I offer a warm, respectful and non-judgemental space where people can explore difficulties safely. I recognise that seeking support can feel daunting, and I work collaboratively with clients to understand their experiences, strengths and hopes for change.

I work with

  • Children and young people
  • Companies
  • Couples
  • Families
  • Groups
  • Individuals
  • Private healthcare referrals

Special Interests

Like all UKCP registered psychotherapists and psychotherapeutic counsellors I can work with a wide range of issues, but here are some areas in which I have a special interest or additional experience.

As a Family & Systemic Psychotherapist, I specialise in helping families navigate conflict, communication difficulties, parenting challenges, separation, blended family issues and significant transitions. I aim to strengthen relationships and support lasting change within family systems.
I have significant experience working with adolescents experiencing anxiety, emotional distress, behavioural difficulties, self-esteem issues, family conflict and the impact of trauma. My approach helps young people feel understood while supporting the important relationships in their lives.
I support couples and individuals experiencing relationship difficulties, communication problems, separation, trust issues and life transitions. Therapy provides a space to explore patterns, strengthen understanding and develop healthier ways of relating.
Alongside my clinical work, I provide reflective and systemic supervision to therapists, counsellors and helping professionals. I aim to create a collaborative space that supports professional development, reflective practice and safe, effective client work.
I have extensive experience supporting individuals, young people and families affected by trauma, adverse life experiences and significant life events. My work is trauma-informed, helping clients understand the impact of trauma whilst developing safety, resilience and new ways of moving forward.

Types of Therapies Offered

  • Family and Systemic Psychotherapist
  • Family Therapist
  • Systemic Family and Couple Psychotherapist
  • Systemic Psychotherapist

Types of sessions

  • Online Therapy

UKCP College

  • College of Family Couple and Systemic Psychotherapy (CFCSP)

Working with Children

For more information about therapy for children and young people, visit our info page.
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