About me
Hello, my name is Lin. I am a fully qualified, B.A.B.C.P‑accredited, B.A.C.P‑registered and insured Cognitive Behavioural Therapist and counsellor. I believe every person is completely unique, with their own story and life experiences, and I aim to provide a safe, confidential and non‑judgemental space where you can explore whatever is troubling you. My approach is warm, collaborative and respectful, and I work closely with you to build a trusting relationship in which you feel free to explore your past, your present, and your potential for future growth and positive change.
My own experience of counselling and CBT has taught me that nobody is exempt from the challenges life can bring. Whether you are facing a difficult life event—such as bereavement, job loss or divorce—or struggling with longer‑term questions about who you are and what you need, talking to someone who will listen without judgement can make a profound difference. My core way of working is person‑centred, which means you lead the sessions at your own pace and choose what you want to share. When we feel heard and valued simply for being ourselves, we can begin to accept who we are, make meaningful changes, and flourish. Once a strong therapeutic relationship is established, I may integrate other approaches, including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Mindfulness techniques and Transactional Analysis, to support you in making positive, lasting change.
I have experience working with individuals facing anxiety, depression, low self‑esteem, anger, perfectionism, control issues, grief and loss, trauma and PTSD, work‑related stress, relationship difficulties, behavioural issues, inner‑child work, poor body image, food‑related obsessions or compulsions, and eating disorders.
If you are reading this, you have already taken a courageous step by recognising that something is difficult and beginning to look for support. Whatever you are facing, please feel free to contact me if you feel we may be able to work together.
I have recently completed a Postgraduate Diploma in CBT‑E on the Eating Disorder pathway, and prior to that a Master Practitioner Diploma with the National Centre for Eating Disorders, Counselling Diplomas, and Psychology degree. These qualifications have strengthened my ability to support individuals experiencing body image concerns, anorexia, bulimia, binge‑eating, obesity, purging, laxative misuse and other non‑specified eating disorders.
In today’s society, we are surrounded by messages about how we ‘should’ look or be, and these pressures can deeply affect how we see ourselves. When we feel we don’t ‘fit’, we may begin to feel different, alone or unworthy. Many people develop unhealthy ways of coping in an attempt to meet external expectations or silence their own self‑criticism. We may compare ourselves to others, to past versions of ourselves, or to the unrealistic, airbrushed images that saturate social media and the wider world. This can leave us questioning our worth and wondering whether we are ‘good enough’.
Food often becomes a way of managing or numbing feelings—boredom, fear, frustration, sadness, loneliness, anger or anxiety. Restricting, overeating or binge‑eating can become part of a cycle that feels increasingly out of control. Thoughts about food, weight, shape and exercise can begin to dominate daily life, accompanied by anxiety, a harsh inner critic and painful self‑beliefs. When this happens, it can feel overwhelming and isolating.
Talking to someone who will not judge you or dismiss your feelings can be a powerful first step. In our sessions, I will listen carefully and work gently with you to understand how you feel about yourself, identify the difficulties you are experiencing, explore how they developed, and consider what keeps them going. Many people fear that sharing their inner thoughts or ‘secret lives’ will lead to judgement, but speaking openly with someone who understands can help you find healthier ways of coping and begin to change how you see yourself.
I offer one‑to‑one integrative counselling, including Person‑Centred Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Sand Tray work and Creative Art Techniques, all within a calm and welcoming environment.
How to Get Started
I offer a free 30‑minute introductory session with no commitment. This gives us a chance to meet, talk about what you hope to gain from counselling, and see whether you feel comfortable working with me. If you decide to continue, we can arrange sessions on a weekly, fortnightly or flexible ‘as‑and‑when’ basis—whatever suits your needs. There is no minimum number of sessions required.
If you are ready to begin, would like more information, or are simply curious about counselling, please feel free to contact me by email. I would be very happy to help and look forward to hearing from you.
Training, qualifications & experience
Post Graduate Diploma in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy/ CBT-E for Eating disorders
BSc. (Hons.) Degree in Psychology
Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling (Integrative)- B.A.C.P accredited course
ABC Level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling
Diploma in Practitioner Skills for Eating Disorders - The National Centre For Eating Disorders (British Psychological Society Approved).
Certificate in Nutritional Skills For Eating Disorders
Practitioner skills for Obesity
Certificate in Counselling
I currently hold an enhanced DBS/CRB certificate and am fully insured.
I am a registered member of the B.A.C.P and an Accredited member of the B.A.B.C.P and abide by their ethical frameworks to ensure the optimum standard of care.
Other Qualifications include;
BSc. Degree in Home Economics
Y.M.C.A / RSA Exercise To Music
Member organisations
BACP is one of the UK’s leading professional bodies for counselling and psychotherapy with around 60,000 members. The Association has several different categories of membership, including Student Member, Individual Member, Registered Member MBACP, Registered Accredited Member MBACP (Accred) and Senior Registered Accredited Member MBACP (Snr Acccred). Registered and accredited members are listed on the BACP Register, which shows that they have demonstrated BACP’s recommended standards for training, proficiency and ethical practice. The BACP Register was the first register of psychological therapists to be accredited by the Professional Standards Authority (PSA). Accredited and senior accredited membership are voluntary categories for members who choose to undertake a rigorous application and assessment process to demonstrate additional standards around practice, training and supervision. Individual members will have completed an appropriate counselling or psychotherapy course and started to practise, but they won’t appear on the BACP Register until they've demonstrated that they meet the standards for registration. Student members are still in the process of completing their training. All members are bound by the BACP Ethical Framework and a Professional Conduct Procedure.
Accredited register membership
The Accredited Register Scheme was set up in 2013 by the Department of Health (DoH) as a way to recognise organisations that hold voluntary registers which meet certain standards. These standards are set by the Professional Standards Authority (PSA).
This therapist has indicated that they belong to an Accredited Register.
Areas of counselling I deal with
Therapies offered
Fees
£45.00 per session
Concessions offered for
Additional information
I charge £40 per online hourly session and £45 per hourly in person session. I am willing to work at a reduced rate for trainees over the age of 18.
Further information
I have just begun to work from home in a private, detached room in my garden. It provides a calm and tranquil setting for sessions but is still in the process of being finished. Due to the restricted access, I am willing to provide limited home visits to individuals with disabilities as long as the setting is suitable as a counselling environment and within 5 miles of my home.
