About me
Hello, my name is Lynda Peters, and I am a person-centred counsellor who supports adults online and by phone who are looking for someone professional to talk to about past, present or future experiences, or to explore who they are and why. I also support adults with or without a diagnosis of ADHD or AuDHD, and university students with various aspects of their daily lives, such as communication, self-esteem and self-worth.
I have also worked alongside mental health charities as a counsellor within a community setting, and with a national online counselling platform.
Are you here because?
You have already tried to communicate your thoughts, feelings and experiences to those around you, without success.
Maybe you feel that it is too personal to discuss, or that you feel unable to?
You may be unsure what is wrong or how to explain it. This is more common than you may realise, and that's more than ok.
Or maybe you feel unable to manage or resolve the situation alone.
Sometimes when we explain a situation to others, we can feel dismissed, judged or offered opinions or advice. You may also feel unseen, unheard or misunderstood.
Who is counselling for?
Counselling is for anyone who is considering talking to a professional about a past or present situation. It can bring an opportunity to pause, reflect and breathe as you take a moment to focus on your thoughts and feelings. You can voice them in your own unique way, at a pace and depth of disclosure of your choosing.
Why do people choose counselling?
There are also many reasons why people choose counselling, such as communication struggles, grief and loss, work/friendship dynamics, relationships, childhood trauma, abuse or adverse experiences. It can also support exploration into childhood experiences, learned behaviours, personal and professional relationships, or patterns of relating to others that have developed over time.
How can I help?
I will listen attentively with empathy and understanding, and acknowledge and validate your experiences.There is no pressure or expectation from me for you to share your thoughts and feelings if you are not yet ready to, or suggest you set or acheive personal targets or goals, unless you choose to do so. There are also no limitations or restrictions to the number of sessions you can attend.
Would you like to know more?
I hope you now have a clearer idea of who I support and why. I understand that taking the first steps to start the search of finding the right person to connect and speak to, who is unknown to you, can be an overwhelming, vulnerable, anxious and lengthy process. I felt the same way when I began my counselling journey.
If you are considering counselling with me, I would welcome the opportunity to speak to you and offer you a free consultation of up to thirty minutes to find out if counselling and my services are for you.
If you are unsure if online or phone counselling is for you, I invite you to visit my Further Information section at the bottom of this page to find out more about the benefits and how sessions can work for you.
If you would like to know more about counselling and my services before you get in touch, I also have a website:
https://www.spread-your-wings-therapy.co.uk/
It offers more information on reasons for counselling. There are monthly blogs about the counselling process, including the most common questions asked, session fees, and how you may be supported in the counselling room.
Thank you for visiting my page. If you feel that I may be able to support you, I invite you to get in touch, as I would like to hear from you.
Take care,
Lynda Peters MBACP
Registration Number: 411958
BSc (Hons) Therapeutic Counselling
Shropshire | West Midlands
I am a registered member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and follow their Ethical Framework for good practice. This means my work is supported through regular supervision, professional standards, and ongoing training, offering you a safe, ethical, and professionally guided counselling experience.
Training, qualifications & experience
Training – The National College
Understanding Pupils with Pathological Demand Avoidance
Certificate in Equality, Diversity & Inclusion
Certificate in GDPR & Data Protection
Pastoral and Wellbeing Interventions
Certificate in Safeguarding
Certificate in Addressing Loneliness & Depression in Children and Young People
Certificate in the Role of the DSL in Secondary Schools (Designated Safeguarding Lead)
Certificate in the Prevent Duty
Child Protection Awareness
Qualifications
BSc (HONS) Therapeutic Counselling – Upper Second-Class Honours (2:1)
BACP Certificate of Proficiency – Registration Number 411958
Level Four CPCAB Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling
Level Three Certificate in Counselling Skills
Level Two Certificate in Counselling Skills
Experience
Private Practice Counsellor – Adults aged 18+
Secondary School Counsellor – Supporting students aged 11–18
Learning Support Assistant – Supporting children and young people with social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) needs, including those who have experienced educational trauma and emotional barriers to learning
Specialist Academic Mentor – Supporting university students aged 18+ with their academic, emotional and practical wellbeing
Community Counsellor – Supporting adults within a community mental health setting
Online Counsellor – Supporting adults within a national counselling platform
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
Photos & videos
Fees
£50.00 - £110.00
Concessions offered for
Additional information
Session Information
Counselling sessions are open-ended, which means there is no set number of sessions you are expected to attend. We will work at a pace that feels right for you, and you are free to end counselling whenever you feel ready.
Session Fees
Introductory Call - Free
- 50 minutes £50
- 90 minutes £80
- 2 hours £110
Longer sessions are offered at a reduced hourly rate and can be arranged weekly or fortnightly, depending on your individual needs and circumstances.
If you feel you would benefit from a different session length, appointment time or frequency, please let me know. Wherever possible, I will do my best to accommodate your individual requirements.
When I work
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Appointments are generally available from 5pm Monday to Thursday, with some Sunday evening availability. Availability can vary, so please contact me to discuss a time that works for you. Initial consultations may also be available at other times.
Further information
Were you looking for face-to-face counselling?
Have you considered the benefits of online and phone counselling?
I offer online sessions for those who are unable or unwilling to travel due to reasons such as disability, agoraphobia, safety concerns, financial costs or a lack of transport.
If you are unable or are unsure about using technology for meetings, prefer anonymity due to privacy concerns, or feel vulnerable meeting a stranger face-to-face, phone sessions are also available.
Clients often choose online or phone counselling as it promotes autonomy and privacy by not relying on others to fit around sessions.
Online and phone counselling can also reduce the need to rely on others for transport or childcare, accommodate caring responsibilities, and avoid increasing the time needed for counselling through unnecessary travel.
You can choose your session time and day, and this can be amended to suit changes to your routine. I also offer extended sessions of longer than 50 minutes at a discounted hourly rate. See the session fees section for more information.
There is a choice of how sessions can be accessed online. These are FaceTime, WhatsApp, Teams and the Counselling Directory platform.
If you are unsure how online and phone counselling can support you, please get in touch. I will try my best to accommodate your needs and requirements.
If you require further information regarding reasons for counselling, would like to book a consultation or an immediate-start counselling session, have a question that needs answering, or you're not ready to get in touch yet, please visit my website for further information.
