
Linda Austin
Straight-talking qualified counsellor
Start with Linda AustinLicensed · Professional · Cancel Anytime


Straight-talking qualified counsellor
Start with Linda AustinLicensed · Professional · Cancel Anytime
Linda Austin is a qualified counsellor with a broad range of professional experience. She has worked within the criminal justice system, in domestic abuse and drug and alcohol services, and has delivered behaviour change interventions alongside supporting people with relationship issues and common concerns such as anxiety and depression.
Her counselling style is direct and straightforward - she offers honest feedback when it is sought and will provide guidance on request. At the same time she holds the view that each person is the expert on themselves, and she places careful listening and a non-judgemental stance at the centre of her work.
Counselling with Linda is collaborative; she supports clients while also drawing on relevant lived experience where it may help the therapeutic process. If someone would like to try therapy with her, they are welcome to book a session and work together toward the best possible outcome.
Many people wonder whether connecting with a therapist online can really help. For common concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, or navigating life changes, online therapy has been shown to be comparable in effectiveness to traditional in-person sessions.
One major benefit is flexibility - people can choose the mode of contact that suits them best, whether that is a video call, a phone session, live chat, or in-app messaging. This flexibility makes it easier to fit therapy into a busy life and to engage in a way that feels comfortable.
Therapists offering online services are licensed professionals, and individuals may switch therapists at any time if they feel a different fit would be better. Online therapy can be an accessible option for many seeking support for everyday mental health and relationship concerns.