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Lalida Puengklai

Holistic Jungian therapist specializing in trauma and relationships

About

☔️Do you feel like past events are affecting how you cope with life today?
☔️Do you feel anger easily and sometimes feel guilty about it afterwards?
☔️Do you wish you’d stop the anxiety?
☔️Do you feel like everyone is looking at you?
☔️Some nights you might feel like you’re not enough…
☔️Some nights you might feel like you don’t know what enough is…
☔️Sometimes you just want to put yourself first but it’s just so hard…

Choosing a counsellor is an important part of reclaiming your life: choose another human being to connect with, someone with whom you can truly ‘gel’ with. So, Hi, I’m Lalida. Nice to meet you 🙂

✔️How we work together and our therapy journey…
I know that the struggle you’re experiencing right now isn’t for lack of trying. You’ve likely tried so many ways to overcome it, to cope with it, and to make it more manageable. Maybe you’re wondering why it hasn’t worked, or why it doesn’t feel the way you expected.

In the journey we’ll take together, I can help you understand why you are the way you are, and why you’re dealing with things the way you do. Healing isn’t just about fixing what’s broken—it’s about learning to see yourself as a whole person, even with the parts that feel wounded. We’ll uncover the inner strength that’s been there all along, that is already within you, even if they feel hidden right now, and use it to not just cope, but to truly heal..
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I provide a safe, understanding space where you can be yourself—like stepping into a room where no one is watching, where there are no judgmental eyes, no critical voices. Just a space where you can breathe, explore, and grow without the weight of expectation. In this space, we’ll work to build on your strengths, not to “fix” you, but to guide you toward becoming the fullest, truest version of yourself.

I strongly believe that you know yourself the best, therefore, I’m here to listen, not to diagnose, and understand how you came to be. We live in this world where there are expectations of how a person should be, so that might overshadow your true self. But who are you, beneath the layers of external influences? Who is the person that emerges when the world’s expectations fade away?

✔️More about me and my experiences
I am an experienced Counsellor and Psychotherapist, with a registered membership with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (MBACP). I worked in the NHS and in charities for those affected by sexual abuse and domestic abuse.

I work with both short- and long-term clients, from ages 18 to 70, helping with a wide range of issues, including relationship difficulties, trauma, domestic violence, sexual abuse, childhood trauma, childhood sexual abuse, rape, anxiety, depression, panic attack, OCD, eating disorders, bereavement, self-harm, work-related stress, and low self-esteem.

I have worked I am based in Derby and Nottingham. My name might have you guessing where I am from – I am from Bangkok, Thailand.

✔️My approach…
I am qualified as a Counsellor and Psychotherapist from the University of Derby in a Master’s degree in Integrative Counselling and Psychotherapy accredited by BACP. I utilise a range of psychological approaches including CBT, Person-Centred Approach, Attachment Therapy, Mindfulness and Compassion-Focused Therapy to help adolescents, and adults experiencing emotional and psychological distress.

“I’m an integrative therapist which means I apply multiple approaches to work with you. I don’t believe in a ‘one-size-fits-all’ approach, so I customise, tailor and personalise our sessions to fit your needs.”

1️⃣Person-Centered Approach
In the PCA, the focus is on you, the client. I believe in creating a warm and accepting environment where you can explore your thoughts and feelings without judgment. I’m not here to tell you what to do. You know yourself the best. This approach allows you to work towards your self-discovery and how you can grow.

2️⃣Attachment Theory
Attachment theory explores the impact of early relationships on our emotional well-being. In our sessions, we’ll explore how your past attachments might influence your current relationships and behaviours. Understanding these patterns can pave the way for healthier connections with others and with ourselves.

3️⃣Cognitive-Behavioral Theory
CBT is a practical and goal-oriented approach that examines the connection between thoughts, feelings, and behaviours. We’ll work together to identify and challenge negative thought patterns, developing effective coping strategies to use in any life’s challenges.

4️⃣Compassion-Focused Therapy
Compassion-focused therapy is all about self-compassion and understanding. We’ll explore ways to develop kindness and acceptance toward yourself. This approach can be particularly beneficial in managing self-criticism and discovering and strengthening resilience carried within you.

Years Experience: 3
Location: United Kingdom, United Kingdom
Accepting New Clients: No
Gender: Female
Accepting international clients: Yes
NPI Number:
Credentials:
Languages Spoken: English, Thai
Licenses: BACP #402012 exp 2026-02-20
List of Specialties: Stress, Anxiety, Relationship, Trauma and abuse, Self esteem, Depression, Family, Grief, Anger, Coping with life changes, Compassion fatigue, Female therapist
Where Can You Work With This Therapist: BetterHelp
Therapist of color: No
Communication options: Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging

Lalida Puengklai

Integrative counselling for healing and growth
  • Trauma and abuse specialist
  • Works with adults 18-70
  • MBACP member

Licensed · Professional · Cancel Anytime

About

Lalida Puengklai is a counsellor and psychotherapist working in the United Kingdom who supports adults coping with stress, anxiety, relationship difficulties, trauma and abuse, low self-esteem, depression, family issues, grief, anger, compassion fatigue, and transitions in life. She works with clients aged 18 to 70 and has three years of professional experience.

She holds a Master’s degree in Integrative Counselling and Psychotherapy from the University of Derby, a qualification accredited by the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (MBACP). Her clinical background includes roles within the NHS and in charities that support people affected by sexual and domestic abuse.

As an integrative practitioner, Lalida draws on a range of approaches including cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), the person-centred approach, attachment theory, mindfulness, and compassion-focused therapy. She adapts these methods to suit each person’s needs rather than following a single fixed model.

In her work she aims to help people understand why they respond the way they do, to uncover inner strengths that may feel hidden, and to move beyond mere coping toward deeper healing. She offers a calm, non-judgemental space where clients can explore thoughts and feelings and build on their existing resources.

Lalida is based in Derby and Nottingham and is originally from Bangkok, Thailand. She offers both short-term and long-term therapy and has experience working with a wide range of issues including domestic violence, childhood trauma and sexual abuse, rape, panic attacks, OCD, eating disorders, bereavement, self-harm, work-related stress, and low self-esteem.

Location: United Kingdom, United Kingdom
Years Experience: 3
Gender: Female
Languages Spoken: English, Thai
Therapist of Color: No
Communication Options: Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging
Ready To Start Your Journey?

Therapist Available Through: BetterHelp
Currently Accepting New Clients: No
Accepting International Clients: Yes

Credentials & Verification

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  • NPI Number:
  • License: BACP #402012 exp 2026-02-20

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How much experience does Lalida Puengklai have?

Lalida Puengklai has three years of experience providing therapy services.

In which languages does Lalida Puengklai provide therapy?

Lalida Puengklai provides therapy in English and Thai.

Where is Lalida Puengklai located?

Lalida Puengklai is located in the United Kingdom.

How can I work with Lalida Puengklai as my therapist?

You can work with Lalida Puengklai by phone, video, live chat, or messaging.

Does Lalida Puengklai work with international clients?

Lalida Puengklai does work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Lalida Puengklai 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 cancelled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the ‘Start Therapy’ button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is straightforward. Click the ‘Start Therapy’ button and complete a short questionnaire to help match you with the therapist. Depending on availability, you can then arrange your first session by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

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