emOTive therapy
Occupational Therapist with a psychotherapeutic approach, supporting mental health and neurodivergence in a way that connects to real life.
Lucinda Pollard - Mental Health Occupational Therapist and EMDR Practitioner
Individual Therapy
“You need to be content with small steps. That’s all life is. Small steps that you take every day so when you look back down the road it all adds up and you know you covered some distance.”
— Katie Kacvinsky
I support individuals experiencing:
Anxiety, stress and overwhelm
Low mood or depression
Trauma, PTSD or complex trauma (CPTSD)
Low confidence, self-esteem or self-worth
Difficulties managing emotions, including anger
Neurodivergence (including ADHD and autism)
Executive functioning challenges (e.g. organisation, focus, follow-through)
Sensory sensitivities or overwhelm
Sleep difficulties
Workplace or education-related challenges
Grief and loss
Self-harm or suicidal thoughts
Feeling stuck, insecure or unsure how to move forward
If what you’re experiencing isn’t listed, you’re still very welcome to get in touch—we can explore whether this feels like the right fit for you.
How I Can Support You
I offer psychotherapeutic occupational therapy, which means we don’t just focus on symptoms—we explore how your experiences are affecting your ability to live your life.
My work is grounded in understanding:
Your thoughts, emotions and body responses
Your environment and daily demands
Your roles, routines and expectations
Your lived experiences and what has shaped you
Together, this helps us build a clearer picture of what’s happening and what may support change.
I integrate approaches such as ACT, EMDR, and somatic and sensory-informed work, adapting the process to you rather than applying a fixed model.
My Approach
Sessions are collaborative and paced in a way that feels manageable.
Together, we will:
Build an understanding of your patterns and experiences
Explore how your internal world and external environment interact
Reconnect with what matters to you
Develop practical, sustainable ways of moving forward
This may include both reflective work and practical strategies that support your day-to-day life.
How Therapy Works
EMDR Therapy
EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing) is one of the approaches I may use within therapy, particularly when working with trauma or distressing experiences.
It supports the brain to process and integrate difficult memories, reducing their emotional intensity and impact.
Who I Work With
Psychotherapeutic Occupational Therapy: Age 14+
EMDR Therapy: Age 18+
Parent / family support available for children of any age
Post Neurodivergent Diagnosis Support - Over the age of 14 for 1:1, but the child can be any age if the support is being offered to parents/family.
Important Information
As sessions are delivered online, this service may not be suitable if you are currently in crisis.
If it becomes clear that you require more immediate or intensive support, I may recommend accessing additional services alongside or instead of this work.
Free Introductory Call
If you’re unsure whether this is right for you, you’re welcome to book a free 30-minute introductory call.
This gives you space to ask questions and get a sense of whether I feel like the right fit for you.
Contact
Lucinda@emotivetherapy.com
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Providing online occupational therapy and mental health support across the UK.








