Lindsay Wildgust
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About me
Taking the decision to try counselling is a courageous step, well done for arriving here.
We all face times in life when things aren't working out the way we need them to. Whether you're struggling with anxiety, depression, stress, burnout, bereavement, low self-esteem, family issues, or caring responsibilities, or simply feel life could be better, counselling can offer a fresh perspective.
I provide a warm, safe space where we can explore what's going on and find a way forward together. I'm friendly and approachable, and I believe that building a genuine connection with my clients is where healing truly begins.
I'm a registered and accredited counsellor with the British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP), in private practice since 2019. I spent six years working for a national cancer charity within a large NHS hospital, and I've worked with people from all walks of life, aged 18 to 80+.
Every therapeutic relationship is unique. I draw on different approaches to tailor sessions to you, primarily person-centred therapy, which offers compassion and empathy, and psychodynamic therapy, which explores how the past can shed light on present difficulties. As a qualified mindfulness teacher, I can also introduce mindfulness practices to support your wellbeing.
Ready to take the next step?
You can reach me by email, text, or phone. If I can't answer, just leave a message and I'll get back to you as soon as I can.
I offer a free 20-minute initial phone call at a time that suits us both. It can be helpful to share a brief outline of what's brought you to seek counselling. I'll encourage you to ask any questions you have. If it feels like we could be a good fit, we'll look at booking an initial assessment session too.
There's absolutely no obligation at this stage, finding the right person for you is what matters most. I know it can feel nerve-wracking, and I'll do everything I can to make it easy for you to talk to me.
Training, qualifications & experience
I have been in private practice since 2019 and I worked as a counsellor for a national cancer charity in an NHS hospital setting for 6 years. I worked with a highly diverse client group experiencing a wide range of difficulties which included patients and family members. In my hospital role I offered mindfulness workshops for patients and staff. I am a qualified mindfulness teacher and this training adds to what I can offer my clients. I am also a qualified teacher.
I undertake regular CPD to enhance my practice and meet professional requirements.
My Qualifications:
- BACP Accredited since 2021
- CPCAB Level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling
- CPCAB Level 3 Certificate in Counselling Studies
- CPCAB Level 2 Certificate in Counselling Skills
- Post Graduate Certificate in Education (qualified teacher)
- BA Hons English, German and Psychology
- I hold full professional indemnity insurance and I am registered with the ICO (Information Commissioners Office) conforming to the Data Protection Act 2018 and GDPR (General Data Protection Regulations)
Member organisations
school Registered / Accredited
Being registered/accredited with a professional body means an individual must have achieved a substantial level of training and experience approved by their member organisation.
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
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Fees
£65.00 per session
Concessions offered for
Health Insurance/EAP
Additional information
I offer a limited number of reduced fee slots to counselling students, NHS workers and those on a low income. Please enquire if this is something you might need, and I can let you know if I have any reduced fee slots available.
I only work with clients based in the UK.
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