My name is Linda. I am a BACP accredited psychotherapist, counsellor and clinical supervisor with a strong commitment to supporting emotional wellbeing and mental health. I chose this profession because I have a genuine passion for helping people navigate life’s difficulties with compassion, understanding, and respect.
My therapeutic work is grounded in person-centred approach, valuing each individual’s unique experiences and strengths. I also work integratively, drawing on Cognitive behavioural Therapy (CBT), psychodynamic, solution-focused and trauma-informed practice to ensure therapy is tailored to each client’s needs, goals, and circumstances.
I have extensive experience working within a variety of settings. This includes providing counselling through Employment Assistance Programmes (EAP) with organisations such as Vita Health Group, BUPA, Health-code, AXA and Pure Insights UK. I have worked as a bereavement counsellor at Harlington Hospice and as a therapist at Hillingdon MIND, supporting individuals with complex emotional and mental health challenges.
Alongside this, I have significant experience in critical incident management, crisis response, and psychological support for large organisations including the London Fire Brigade, Transport for London (TFL), HMRC, King’s College London, UCL, UBS London, SKY, Heathrow and Stansted Airports. In these roles, I supported individuals and teams following traumatic incidents, helping to stabilise distress, de-escalate crises, and provide appropriate ongoing support and referrals.
I have also worked as a school counsellor, offering confidential counselling and mental health support to young people aged 11-19, helping them manage emotional, behavioural, and mental health difficulties within educational settings and in their home environments.
More recently, I completed specialist training as a Trauma-Informed Therapist, where I gained skills in Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT) and other trauma-focused approaches. These techniques support emotional regulation, processing of traumatic experiences, and nervous system calming, and can be integrated into therapy where appropriate.
I currently serve as a Safeguarding Lead, ensuring best practice in protecting the wellbeing and safety of vulnerable individuals.
I am a highly organised, compassionate, and reflective practitioner with strong listening skills. I work collaboratively with clients, offering a supportive, calm, and confidential therapeutic relationship where individuals can explore difficulties, develop insight, and work towards meaningful change at their own pace.
Training, Qualifications and Experience
Current Work Experience:
CEO New Day 4 U Counselling and Psychotherapy Services.
EAP Therapist – Vita Health Group.
Mental Health Practitioner with (MPB) – Vita Health Group.
Critical Incident Responder – Vita Health Group.
Psychotherapist/Counsellor – BUPA
Psychotherapist/ Counsellor – AXA.
Psychotherapist/Counsellor – Healthcode.
Clinical Supervisor.
Previous Work Experience:
EAP Therapist with Pure Insights UK.
Psychotherapist/Counsellor – Metanoia Counselling & Psychotherapy Services.
Bereavement Counsellor – Harlington Hospice.
Psychotherapist/Counsellor – H4 ALL Hillingdon MIND.
School Counsellor – Bishopshalt School in Uxbridge.
Education:
MA in Professional Practice Counselling & Psychotherapy (Supervision) – Middlesex University London.
Diploma in Integrative Therapy Supervision – The Minster Centre, London.
BA (Hons) in Person-Centred Counselling – Middlesex University London.
Diploma in Person-Centred Counselling – Metanoia Institute Ealing London.
Post Graduate Certificate in Trauma Therapy – The Grove London.
NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care – City & Guilds London.
BA (Hons) in English Language and Literature – Abia State University, Nigeria.
Member Organisations
I am an accredited member of the British Association for Counselling and
Psychotherapy (MBACP), and an accredited member of the Professional Standards Authority.