Linda Mather (nee Spencer), BACP
Experienced integrative psychotherapist and supervisor
- 26 years experience
- Integrative therapy approach
- Works with young people
About Linda Mather (nee Spencer)
Linda Mather (nee Spencer) is a psychotherapist with 26 years of clinical experience and a long-standing commitment to training, supervision, and writing. She is a trainer and clinical supervisor and the author of counselling textbooks and self-help books, drawing on that experience to inform both direct practice and professional mentorship.
Her work is integrative - she is trained in multiple models and adapts her approach to the particular needs of each person. This flexibility means she combines cognitive-behavioural, humanistic, psychodynamic, solution-focused and transactional analysis skills to shape collaborative therapy and tailored treatment plans.
Linda works extensively with children and adolescents, supporting young people through difficulties such as self-harm, emotional regulation, anxiety, depression, communication challenges, bullying, bereavement and friendship problems. She has also supported adults with a broad range of concerns including depression, anxiety, relationship and parenting issues, career challenges, obsessive-compulsive tendencies, substance misuse, and experiences of trauma or emotional abuse.
Throughout her practice she offers a warm, understanding therapeutic relationship and a supportive space to explore distress and change. Taking the first step can feel daunting; Linda aims to accompany people through that initial process and help them develop practical ways to manage and move beyond the difficulties they face.
She holds BACP accreditation - the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy - and practices from a perspective that respects each client's individuality and personal goals.
Her work is integrative - she is trained in multiple models and adapts her approach to the particular needs of each person. This flexibility means she combines cognitive-behavioural, humanistic, psychodynamic, solution-focused and transactional analysis skills to shape collaborative therapy and tailored treatment plans.
Linda works extensively with children and adolescents, supporting young people through difficulties such as self-harm, emotional regulation, anxiety, depression, communication challenges, bullying, bereavement and friendship problems. She has also supported adults with a broad range of concerns including depression, anxiety, relationship and parenting issues, career challenges, obsessive-compulsive tendencies, substance misuse, and experiences of trauma or emotional abuse.
Throughout her practice she offers a warm, understanding therapeutic relationship and a supportive space to explore distress and change. Taking the first step can feel daunting; Linda aims to accompany people through that initial process and help them develop practical ways to manage and move beyond the difficulties they face.
She holds BACP accreditation - the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy - and practices from a perspective that respects each client's individuality and personal goals.
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 has 26 years of experience as a practising psychotherapist, trainer and clinical supervisor.
Is Linda Mather (nee Spencer) a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds BACP accreditation - membership of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, a professional body for counsellors and psychotherapists in the United Kingdom.
In which languages does Linda Mather (nee Spencer) provide therapy?
Linda provides therapy in English.
Where is Linda Mather (nee Spencer) located?
Linda is based in the United Kingdom.
How can I work with Linda Mather (nee Spencer) as my therapist?
You can work with Linda through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Linda Mather (nee Spencer) work with international clients?
Yes. Linda works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Linda Mather (nee Spencer) cost?
Costs 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 the most current details please click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is 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.
Evidence-Informed Approaches for Online Support
Linda integrates several evidence-informed methods and tailors them to each person's needs. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and adjusting patterns of thinking and behaviour that contribute to problems such as anxiety and depression - it is practical and goal-oriented and often uses specific exercises to build new coping skills. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) emphasises emotional regulation, distress tolerance and interpersonal effectiveness - it is particularly helpful for people struggling with intense emotions, self-harm or difficulties in relationships. Attachment-Based Therapy explores how early relationships shape current patterns of connection and trust - it can be useful for issues around intimacy, abandonment, family dynamics and attachment difficulties.Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Linda works collaboratively with each person to choose and adapt methods that fit their goals, preferences and life circumstances, reviewing and refining the plan as therapy progresses.
Online sessions - by video call, phone, live chat or text messaging - make it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules and to access support from different locations. These options can increase flexibility, reduce travel time and allow people to engage in ways that feel most comfortable for them while still working with licensed professionals and therapists who use structured, goal-focused methods.
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