Linda Potter
Person Centred Counsellor
 

Thank you for visiting my website.  I am Linda, and I am so lucky to work as a counsellor, something I feel passionately about. 

I strongly believe that we all have the capacity for change, but we need the right support to begin that process. Seeing a counsellor is very different from speaking to family or friends, who perhaps are involved in the situation, or want to fix things for you. Counsellors don't tell you what to do, but encourage and empower you to work through your difficulties to understand what you would like to change and why.

I am also qualified to practice EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing), having studied under the London School of Clinical Communication and Hypnosis.  

EMDR is often used in the treatment of trauma, phobias and addiction and is a type of therapy which helps you to work through difficult memories and emotions.  It is approved by NICE and is used within the NHS.

All forms of counselling will offer you a safe and confidential space to talk about the things in your life that cause pain, anxiety and discomfort.  As a counsellor, I will listen empathically, without judgement, and focus on really hearing what you are saying, both verbally and non-verbally. By exploring your concerns with me, you can develop a greater understanding of yourself, of others and of what is impacting on your life. This can bring a sense of relief and enlightenment which can help you to find how to move forward towards a future that you feel happier in.