Welcome to Therapy with Lindsay
Empowering Change, Building Resilience: Tailored CBT and EMDR Support for Life’s Challenges
Compassionate, client-centred Cognitive Behavioural and EMDR Therapy dedicated to helping individuals transform their lives.
Based in Dumfries, I specialise in supporting adults and young people through a range of challenges including depression, anxiety, OCD, phobias, trauma, peri/menopause symptoms, and stress. With over 20 years of experience in mental health and as a qualified CBT and EMDR therapist, I use evidence-based approaches to help clients understand their difficulties and move forward in a way that feels safe, manageable, and personal to them.
At Therapy with Lindsay, I believe that change is possible for everyone, I am here to support you every step of the way. Whether you’re seeking CBT or EMDR therapy in Dumfries or an online solution, I’m ready to help you take that first step toward a better life. Get in touch today, and together we will discover the strength within you to create meaningful, lasting change.
CBT and EMDR – and How Can They Help?
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) is a structured, goal-focused approach that helps you understand the links between your thoughts, feelings, and behaviours. If you’re experiencing anxiety, low mood, overthinking, or stress, CBT provides practical tools to help you regain control, change unhelpful patterns, and move forward with clarity and confidence. It’s rooted in your personal values, helping you navigate challenges while building hope, belief, and a sense of empowerment.
EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing) is an evidence-based therapy designed to help the brain process distressing or traumatic experiences that feel “stuck.” It supports the natural healing systems of the brain so memories feel less intrusive, overwhelming, or emotionally charged. EMDR can be especially helpful for trauma, PTSD, and the lingering impact of difficult events.
Therapy with me is collaborative and active—more than just talking. We work together to understand what’s keeping you stuck and build strategies that support real, lasting change, so you can reconnect with confidence, balance, and who you are at your best.