Linda Ashcroft

Do you want to make sense of how you are feeling right now, but are unsure how to go about it? Maybe you’re feeling alone or as those around you don’t understand. It can be difficult to talk about your emotions to those close to you. I want to reassure you; you are not alone, and I am ready to listen when you are ready to talk.

            
Therapy does help in a wide range of issues. I have experience with working with numerous client's who’s presenting issues including but not exclusive too,

Low self-esteem which can undermine confidence.

Anxiety can manifest as fear, which can have psychological and physical effects. 

Divorce which could leave you feeling hopeless. 

Bereavement it can be hard to let go of someone. 

 Low moods which can develop depression. 

Stress which can affect both our mental and physical health. 

Abuse, (domestic, sexual, coercive and controlling behavior) 

The therapy I offer you is called Person-centred, which is a client led talking therapy, I see you as the expert on self. It can be difficult to understand and explain exactly what it is and how it helps so I describe it as

… Imagine you are in a forest with a heavy layer of fog. You are attempting to find your way out but don’t know which direction to go in. You may be feeling stuck, frightened, angry, upset and overwhelmed with all these emotions. I may not know the right path you should take but I will walk beside you until you find it and the fog has cleared. 

So, during our sessions, we would discuss the matter that is concerning you. Identify the improvements you would like to see and work towards and find a solution that feels right for you. However, you are feeling right now remember your feelings are valid we all deal with our issues in our own individual way.

Also, because my style of therapy is non-directive I won't push or pry into matters you don't want to talk about, nor will I offer unwanted advice or guidance. However I may provide suggestions; you could then decide whether or not you take them up.  I will treat you with respect, discretion, empathy, and be non-judgmental.

 
You can email me or What Apps me for an appointment. (Please also check your spam folder for my reply as it can end up there sometimes.) I also offer, online and telephone sessions for those who choose to access counselling in this way as an alternative to meeting in the room. This means I am able to have sessions throughout the UK. So why not take advantage of my Free 15min consultation in which you can decide if it is the right therapy, and I am the right therapist for you. 

Note to GP's, please give my number to your patients so they can self-refer.

EAP's and other professionals please contact for fees.

• Face to Face - 60 minutes £45.00
• Telephone - 60 minutes     £45.00
• Online - 60 minutes             £45.00

I am currently renting a room, in central Wigan. There is no wheelchair access at this office however there is a ground floor room for those with mobility issues. There is parking nearby. There are toilets available (not on ground floor).