Suzi Linaker is an Integrative Trainee Counsellor, completing the last 6 months of a 2-year L4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling – Integrative course, with LKC Training and Support Services in Bracknell. As an Integrative Trainee, she draws on humanistic and psychodynamic approaches to create a collaborative space to support her clients. By offering the humanistic core conditions of empathy, congruence and unconditional positive regard (nonjudgmental acceptance and support), Suzi aims to create a warm, confidential, non-judgmental space where clients can explore their thoughts, feelings and experiences.
Over the last year, she has completed a L2 Certificate in Understanding Autism and a course Working with Young People. Suzi works with adults and young adults presenting with a range of issues generated from depression, anxiety, stress, low self-esteem, neurodiversity, relationships, gender identity and bereavement.
At the heart of Suzi’s work is the therapeutic relationship, built on trust, respect and genuine connection. Her sessions are led by the client, and she feels that every person is unique and her role is to walk alongside clients to hear and understand their lives from their perspective
Before starting on her counselling training, Suzi had a diverse career working in the Military, the NHS, in Airlines and within the floristry industry. This enables her to be adaptable and relate to different working environments. Suzi’s cultural awareness was further enhanced by living overseas for a number of years. Volunteering on a helpline for a Charity supporting families, Suzi honed her listening skills, and this led to her facilitating peer support groups for the charity. The training she undertook and the support she was able to offer within the charity by listening sparked her interest in counselling and further study.
As a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP), Suzi works within their ethical framework ensuring a professional and compassionate standard of care at all times.
Availability: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday
Sessions offered: In person
If you are interested in working with Suzi, please complete the attached form.