Lixson Cyriac

• Psychodynamic therapy
• CBT techniques
• Student counselling experience

About Lixson

Lixson Cyriac works on emotional difficulties and relationship concerns using psychodynamic methods and other evidence-based approaches. He draws on eight years' experience and is a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP).

He trained at Birkbeck College, University of London, and the University of East London. He has worked in student counselling at Birkbeck, Westminster University and the Guildhall School of Music and Drama. He has also spent several years with a counselling foundation that is accredited with the BACP where he worked as a counsellor and assessor.

His main approach is psychodynamic therapy, which looks at how past experiences can shape current feelings and behaviour. He also uses cognitive behavioural techniques to address unhelpful thoughts and patterns. These methods are used to make practical sense of difficulties such as anxiety, depression and relationship or intimacy issues.

In sessions he works collaboratively with people to decide which methods suit the presenting problem and how long counselling might continue. He can also explore trauma, grief, addictions, eating and anger concerns, as well as identity and multicultural issues. He notes that much of how people respond has roots in earlier life and can be worked through in therapy.

Alongside counselling practice, he has provided pastoral and spiritual support in hospitals, care homes, schools and services for people experiencing homelessness. Some clients bring spiritual or pastoral themes into counselling and he is open to exploring these matters in session.

How his approaches are used in online counselling

Psychodynamic therapy looks at patterns that began in earlier life and how they affect feelings now; it often involves talking about past experiences and noticing repeated responses. Cognitive behavioural therapy focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviours with practical exercises and strategies to manage symptoms.

Choosing the right approach is part of the work. He will discuss goals, preferences and the presenting problems and then agree together which methods to try. This is a collaborative process and can be reviewed as therapy progresses.

Confirm the available session formats before booking as the biography does not list specific options. Online work can help fit counselling into a busy week, reduce travel time and make scheduling easier. It can also allow shorter check-ins when time is limited or sessions without video if that suits someone better. Registered or accredited professionals often use these practical benefits to help people maintain regular contact alongside daily life.

Topics Lixson lists

• Stress and anxiety
• Relationship issues
• Intimacy-related issues
• Depression
• Coping with life changes
• Addictions
• Family conflicts
• Trauma and abuse
• Grief
• Eating disorders
• Anger management
• Self-esteem
• Career difficulties
• Bipolar disorder
• Hoarding
• Jealousy
• Multicultural concerns
• Phobias
• Prejudice and discrimination
• Self-harm
• Sexual assault and abuse

Ways of working

• Attachment-Based Therapy
• Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
• Psychodynamic Therapy

Questions about Lixson

Does he work with anxiety and depression?

Yes. He regularly helps people with anxiety, depression and mood differences using psychodynamic and cognitive behavioural methods.

What kind of counselling does he offer?

He primarily uses psychodynamic therapy and also applies CBT techniques where helpful.

How much experience does he have?

He has eight years of clinical experience, including roles in student counselling and at a BACP-accredited counselling foundation.

Is he accredited and where is he based?

He is a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and works in the United Kingdom.

Can I have sessions in my language?

Sessions are offered in English and Malayalam.

Does he work with international clients?

Yes, he accepts international clients.

How much do sessions cost?

Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.

How do I start counselling with him?

Use the Talk to a counsellor online button, complete the short matching questionnaire and then schedule your first session.