Linda Mather (nee Spencer), BACP
Integrative psychotherapist with 26 years experience
- Children and adolescent support
- Anxiety and depression
- Parenting and relationships
About Linda Mather (nee Spencer)
Linda Mather (nee Spencer) is a psychotherapist with 26 years of clinical experience who also works as a trainer, clinical supervisor, and author of counselling textbooks and self-help books. She practices an integrative style, drawing on a range of models so that therapy is adapted to each person rather than fitting the person to a single technique. Her work combines cognitive-behavioral, humanistic, psychodynamic, solution-focused and transactional analysis approaches to create tailored dialogue and treatment plans that respond to the specific needs clients bring.
She currently works with children and adolescents, focusing on self-harm, emotional regulation, anxiety, depression, communication, bullying, loss and friendship issues. Her broader practice includes supporting people with depression, anxiety, relationship and parenting difficulties, career concerns, obsessive-compulsive and other anxiety disorders, substance misuse, trauma and emotional abuse. She also works with a wide range of life challenges such as grief, coping with change, and issues around intimacy and identity.
Linda offers a warm, understanding therapeutic relationship and a calm space to explore difficulties, supporting people through the often difficult first steps and helping them develop practical strategies to manage the problems they face. She holds the BACP credential, which indicates membership of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, and is based in the United Kingdom while working with international clients.
She currently works with children and adolescents, focusing on self-harm, emotional regulation, anxiety, depression, communication, bullying, loss and friendship issues. Her broader practice includes supporting people with depression, anxiety, relationship and parenting difficulties, career concerns, obsessive-compulsive and other anxiety disorders, substance misuse, trauma and emotional abuse. She also works with a wide range of life challenges such as grief, coping with change, and issues around intimacy and identity.
Linda offers a warm, understanding therapeutic relationship and a calm space to explore difficulties, supporting people through the often difficult first steps and helping them develop practical strategies to manage the problems they face. She holds the BACP credential, which indicates membership of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, and is based in the United Kingdom while working with international clients.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
LGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseGriefEating disordersAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigue
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFertility issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHearing impairedHoardingHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivityInfidelityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunctionSexualitySmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Jungian Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems Systemic Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Linda Mather (nee Spencer) have?
Linda Mather (nee Spencer) has 26 years of professional experience as a psychotherapist, trainer and clinical supervisor.
Is Linda Mather (nee Spencer) a registered therapist?
Yes. She holds the BACP credential, indicating membership of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy.
In which languages does Linda Mather (nee Spencer) provide therapy?
She provides therapy in English.
Where is Linda Mather (nee Spencer) located?
Linda Mather (nee Spencer) is located in the United Kingdom.
How can I work with Linda Mather (nee Spencer) as my therapist?
You can work with Linda Mather (nee Spencer) through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Linda Mather (nee Spencer) work with international clients?
Yes, Linda Mather (nee Spencer) works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Linda Mather (nee Spencer) cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be cancelled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Integrative Approaches for Online Support
Linda Mather (nee Spencer) uses a blend of therapeutic methods that translate well to remote work and online sessions. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice unhelpful thoughts and commit to actions that reflect their values - it is useful for anxiety, stress and living with difficult emotions. Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on patterns of relating and attachment needs, helping clients address intimacy, relationship and developmental difficulties rooted in early bonds. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) offers structured ways to identify and change unhelpful thinking and behaviour, supporting work on anxiety, depression, OCD and coping skills.Choosing the right approach is part of the collaborative process. Linda will work with clients to identify which methods fit their goals, preferences and life context, and will adapt the plan as therapy progresses to ensure it remains relevant and practical.
Online therapy with video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text-based messaging provides flexibility for people juggling work, family and other commitments. These formats make it easier to access a registered professional from different locations, maintain continuity between sessions and use varied communication styles to suit individual comfort and needs.
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