Linda Austin, BACP
Linda Austin is a counsellor who uses practical, direct approaches to help people make changes in their life.
- Relationship issues
- Family conflicts
- Parenting issues
- +18 more
About Linda
Linda Austin is a counsellor who uses practical, direct approaches to help people make changes in their life. She works in plain language and listens carefully. Her style blends honesty with warmth and she will share relevant lived experience when it helps the conversation.
Linda has five years of experience across several settings. That includes work in the criminal justice system, domestic abuse services and drug and alcohol support. She has also supported people dealing with anxiety, depression and relationship difficulties.
Background and approach
In sessions she aims to be straightforward and non-judgemental. She invites people to describe what matters to them and then helps them explore small, achievable steps. She gives clear feedback when requested and keeps the focus on practical options for change.
Her practice draws on approaches that encourage acceptance, present-moment awareness and goal-focused work. That means some sessions centre on values and committed action, while others use short-term problem solving and motivational conversations to build momentum. People come to discuss a wide range of concerns such as parenting strain, grief, addictions, communication problems, body image, work stress and burnout.
She also helps with issues linked to trauma, eating concerns and compassion fatigue. Sessions are offered in English and are available online by video call, phone, live chat or text-based messaging. To begin, a short matching questionnaire and a scheduled appointment start the process.
Registration
| Body | Registration number | Expires |
|---|---|---|
| BACP | 406830 | February 2027 |
Registration details are as listed on the counsellor's public profile. You can check any number with the registering body.
Sessions and payment
Sessions are held online through our partner platform, by video, phone or messaging depending on the counsellor.
Costs are shown on the partner platform before you commit. If cost is a concern, ask about reduced-fee options.
Focus areas and approaches
What Linda works with
Everything Linda lists, in their own terms.
- Relationship issues
- Family conflicts
- Parenting issues
- Anger management
- Coping with life changes
- Stress, Anxiety
- Addictions
- LGBT
- Trauma and abuse
- Grief
- Intimacy-related issues
- Eating disorders
- Self esteem
- Career difficulties
- Depression
- Compassion fatigue
- ADHD
- Abandonment
- Aging and geriatric issues
- Attachment issues
- Body image
- Cancer
- Caregiver issues and stress
- Chronic pain, illness, and disability
- Communication problems
- Control issues
- Divorce and separation
- Domestic violence
- Drug and alcohol addiction
- Emptiness
- Family problems
- Forgiveness
- Guilt and shame
- Impulsivity
- Infidelity
- Intellectual disability
- Isolation / loneliness
- Jealousy
- Life purpose
- Men's issues
- Midlife crisis
- Veteran and Armed Forces Issues
- Money and financial issues
- Narcissism
- Panic disorder and panic attacks
- Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships
- Post-traumatic stress
- Pregnancy and childbirth
- Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
- Self-love
- Sexual assault and abuse
- Sexuality
- Social anxiety and phobia
- Women's issues
- Workplace issues
Approaches Linda lists
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Client-Centred Therapy
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Solution-Focused Therapy
Listing an approach is not evidence of training in it. This directory copies what each counsellor names and does not check training records.
Online support
Client-Centred Therapy places the person at the heart of the work. The therapist offers empathic listening and non-judgemental support so the client can explore choices and come to their own solutions. This approach is useful for building self-trust and improving communication with others.
Finding the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will discuss goals, preferences and what has helped in the past, then suggest ways of working. That collaborative process means the method can shift over time as needs change.
Online sessions are offered by video call, phone, live chat or text-based messaging to fit different routines. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation; phone sessions can be easier when bandwidth is limited. Live chat and text messaging suit quick check-ins or when typing feels easier than speaking. These options make it simpler to schedule therapy around work, family and travel commitments.
Frequently asked
What kinds of problems does she help with?
She supports people with relationship tensions, parenting strain, anger, coping with life changes and stress. Other concerns include anxiety, addictions, trauma, grief, eating and self-esteem issues.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
Her style is direct and collaborative. She listens without judgement, gives honest feedback when asked and focuses on practical steps and personal values.
What is her professional background?
She has five years of experience working in settings such as the criminal justice system, domestic abuse services and drug and alcohol support, as well as general mental health and relationship work.
What credentials and location are listed?
She is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP). She practises from the United Kingdom.
Which languages and international options are available?
Sessions are offered in English. She accepts international clients for online work.
What session formats does she offer?
Sessions can take place by video call, phone, live chat or text-based messaging to suit different needs and schedules.
How are sessions paid for and what do they cost?
Costs vary with location and therapist availability. Sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin if I want to work with her?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button and completing a short matching questionnaire. You can then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.
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