Dr. Lucy Flitton, BACP, NCPS
Trauma-informed psychotherapist for adults and families
- Trauma and attachment
- Somatic and polyvagal work
- 17 years experience
About Dr. Lucy Flitton
Dr Lucy Flitton supports people who feel overwhelmed by persistent anxious thoughts, low mood, self-doubt, or recurring relationship patterns that are hard to change. She works with those navigating major life transitions, grief, workplace or family stress, or a general sense that something feels off and clarity and calm are needed.
Based in the United Kingdom, Dr Flitton is a licensed, certified complex trauma integrative and somatic psychotherapist and psychologist with 17 years of professional experience. She holds BACP and NCPS credentials, indicating recognized professional standing within counselling and psychotherapy bodies. Her clinical work spans adults, adolescents, and children, and she consistently uses a client-centered framework while tailoring approaches to each person’s presenting story.
Her training includes a focus on women’s health, the Polyvagal model, and somatic methods that help people notice how emotions appear in the body. She uses Internal Family Systems to explore conflicting parts and draws on existential principles and positive psychology to support post-traumatic growth and renewed purpose. Dr Flitton integrates insights from developmental psychology, neuropsychology, and health psychology, and she applies a life course perspective to situate individual struggles within broader social contexts. With training as an NLP Master practitioner, she also examines how language shapes experience and relationship dynamics.
Her work aims to help people manage overwhelming emotions, set healthier boundaries, improve sleep and relationships, and reconnect with hope and agency. Clients express that they often feel lighter and more grounded, gain practical tools, and become kinder and more resilient toward themselves. She publishes articles on ACCPH, Substack, and Medium, and on her private practice website. She aims to respond to inquiries within 24 hours during office hours of 8.30 am to 7.30 pm, Monday to Friday. She looks forward to working with clients.
Based in the United Kingdom, Dr Flitton is a licensed, certified complex trauma integrative and somatic psychotherapist and psychologist with 17 years of professional experience. She holds BACP and NCPS credentials, indicating recognized professional standing within counselling and psychotherapy bodies. Her clinical work spans adults, adolescents, and children, and she consistently uses a client-centered framework while tailoring approaches to each person’s presenting story.
Her training includes a focus on women’s health, the Polyvagal model, and somatic methods that help people notice how emotions appear in the body. She uses Internal Family Systems to explore conflicting parts and draws on existential principles and positive psychology to support post-traumatic growth and renewed purpose. Dr Flitton integrates insights from developmental psychology, neuropsychology, and health psychology, and she applies a life course perspective to situate individual struggles within broader social contexts. With training as an NLP Master practitioner, she also examines how language shapes experience and relationship dynamics.
Her work aims to help people manage overwhelming emotions, set healthier boundaries, improve sleep and relationships, and reconnect with hope and agency. Clients express that they often feel lighter and more grounded, gain practical tools, and become kinder and more resilient toward themselves. She publishes articles on ACCPH, Substack, and Medium, and on her private practice website. She aims to respond to inquiries within 24 hours during office hours of 8.30 am to 7.30 pm, Monday to Friday. She looks forward to working with clients.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
LGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureBlended family issuesBody imageChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommunication problemsControl issuesDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)Divorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFertility issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSImpulsivityInfidelityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMood disordersNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPhobiasPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunctionSexualitySmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Existential Therapy Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Gottman Method Jungian Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Somatic Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems Systemic Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Dr. Lucy Flitton have?
Dr. Lucy Flitton has 17 years of professional experience.
Is Dr. Lucy Flitton a licensed therapist?
Yes. She is a licensed and certified practitioner and holds BACP and NCPS credentials, which indicate professional recognition within counselling and psychotherapy bodies.
In which languages does Dr. Lucy Flitton provide therapy?
She provides therapy in English.
Where is Dr. Lucy Flitton located?
Dr. Lucy Flitton is located in the United Kingdom.
How can I work with Dr. Lucy Flitton as my therapist?
You can work with Dr. Lucy Flitton through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Dr. Lucy Flitton work with international clients?
Yes, Dr. Lucy Flitton works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Dr. Lucy Flitton cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, just click the Start Therapy button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just click the Start Therapy button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Approaches that translate well to online therapy
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice unhelpful thoughts without getting overwhelmed by them and focuses on clarifying personal values to guide meaningful action. It is useful for anxiety, depression, and situations where avoidance keeps someone stuck.
Attachment-Based Therapy explores patterns that developed in early relationships and how they influence current connections and emotional responses. It can support those struggling with intimacy, relationship cycles, abandonment concerns, or family dynamics by fostering safer, more secure ways of relating.
Client-Centered Therapy prioritizes the client’s perspective and builds change through empathy, acceptance, and collaborative exploration. It suits people looking for a supportive space to gain self-understanding, improve self-esteem, or work through transitions.
Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Dr Flitton works collaboratively with clients and licensed professionals to determine which methods fit best based on needs, goals, and personal preference, and she adapts techniques as the work evolves.
Online therapy with video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging offers flexibility for different schedules and lifestyles, makes regular contact easier during busy periods, and helps maintain continuity of care when in-person visits are not possible. These options allow therapy to be more accessible while supporting consistent progress.