Busola Lawal

My name is Busola Lawal, and I am a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) and counselling intern currently completing my Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology (MACP) degree and offer therapy under the supervision of Laurie Ponsford-Hill to ensure ethical and competent care.

Before entering the counselling profession, much of my work has been rooted in mental health, addictions, crisis support, and recovery. I currently work as a Withdrawal Management Counsellor and an Addictions and Mental Health Worker. These experiences have allowed me to support individuals during vulnerable and uncertain periods of their lives and have strengthened my belief that people are much more than the difficulties they are experiencing.

In therapy, I believe there is no single approach that fits everyone. I work collaboratively with clients and aim to understand not only what is happening, but also the experiences, relationships, culture, values, strengths, and circumstances that have shaped their lives. My approach is person-centred and integrative, drawing from evidence-informed approaches such as CBT and SFBT while remaining responsive to each person’s individual needs and goals.

You may be looking for support with stress, anxiety, emotional overwhelm, substance use or recovery, self-esteem, difficult relationships, life transitions, grief and loss, burnout, or simply wanting to understand yourself more deeply. You do not need to arrive with the perfect words or even know exactly what you want to change. We can begin by exploring what brought you to therapy and what you would like life to look or feel like moving forward. My role is not to tell you how to live your life, but to walk alongside you as we explore what is happening, recognize your strengths, develop new ways of coping, and work toward changes that feel meaningful and realistic for you.

I hope our sessions can become a space where you feel respected, supported, and able to show up as your authentic self. I am available to connect Virtually/phone appointment and in-person in London and Port Stanley.