Lee McCallum

Welcome. If you're here, it means you're ready to face reality head-on. I'm a compassionate yet candid therapist who believes life's struggles foster growth and can help you build resilience without sugarcoating reality. Life isn't about avoiding discomfort but about building resilience through it. I don't believe in forced positivity, instead, I focus on the transformative power of trials and challenges.

My therapeutic approach is influenced by the idea that, facing what scares us often leads to profound growth. As Albert Camus said, "In the depths of winter, I finally learned that within me lay an invincible summer." This encapsulates my belief that we all possess an inherent resilience, often only realised at the most challenging of times.

I advocate for authenticity. It's better to be hurt by the truth than to be comfortable with a lie, and it's vital to confront rather than evade. Change is inevitable, and resistance only amplifies the discomfort. I help clients navigate these changes and find peace in uncertainty. Life's trials are what shape us, and it's through these experiences that we find our true strength. This is the spirit I bring to therapy: facing life with courage and authenticity and embracing all it has to offer.

If you're ready to confront your fears, embrace your uniqueness, and build resilience through life's challenges, I'm here to support you. The most important aspect of our work together will be our therapeutic relationship. Together, we'll focus on action over intention, honesty over comfort, and growth over stagnation. Let's embark on this journey together and ensure that you live, not just exist

I'm a versatile counsellor with extensive training and experience in various therapeutic modalities, including:

Person-Centered Therapy

Psychodynamic Therapy

Existential Therapy

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)

Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT)

Alongside my private practice I currently work for BYHP, a mental health charity, with the NHS in CAMHS and adult forensic services, and the probation service. In addition to this, I'm committed to the mental health of young people, providing counselling services in schools and colleges across Oxfordshire.

I hold advanced training qualifications in:

family therapy

couples counselling

working with young people

anxiety

depression

working with autistic clients and ADHD

This diverse skill set enables me to effectively address a wide range of psychological issues, offering specialized care that meets the unique needs of each client. My compassionate and empathetic approach, creates a safe and supportive environment for you to explore your thoughts and feelings, facilitating personal growth and positive change. My commitment to ongoing professional development and evidence-based practices ensures the highest standard of care for all of my clients.

I offer a free 30 minute initial session, to help you decide if I'm the right fit for you.