Welcome to Puzzling Minds Counselling Therapy genuinely invested in YOU
Here to help you with authentic understanding to explore to find & place all the pieces in the puzzle that makes you - YOU!
Proud to be inclusive
About Me
Hi, I'm Lindsie! (she/her)
I am a qualified Counsellor with a BA (hons) in Counselling. I practice Humanistic therapy, which simply means I work predominately in a person-centred way, keeping you in the forefront of all the work we do together - no one knows you and your struggles more than you!
I am kind and caring and will treat you with respect, by listening, without criticism or judgement – offering gentle support from one person to another. We can work together collaboratively, as a team, to focus on what you would like to achieve. This can be short-term or open-ended, depending on your wishes.
I work in an inclusive way and welcome a diverse range of people from all walks of life. I am a proud ally for members of LGBTQ+ community. Plus Neurodivergent/Autistic/ADHD friendly and affirming.
My only goal is to accompany you on your journey through any challenges. Hopefully together we can empower you to change what you want to change, grow through your struggles and start to move forward to where you want to be in your life.
I offer a free 30 minute introductory session (all held online for convenience) so we can get to know one another and discuss ways of working, along with any goals or specific focus you may have in mind.
Here to help YOU!
Feeling confused, hectic, afraid or just lost in the crowd? Counselling can provide the time and space to explore whatever you feel. Maybe you just need to find yourself...
- Have you Family Issues?
- Communication Struggles?
- Problems in Relationships or Friendships?
- Difficulty with Motivation or Self-Confidence?
- Maybe you have Low Mood, Stress, Anxiety, Self-Doubt?
- Maybe you are wondering about Autism, ADHD, or any of the other colourful cocktail of Neurodivergences?
- Questioning your Sexuality, Gender or Identity?
- Problems at School, Work or College?
- Maybe you've had Rejection, Losses or Bereavement?
Sometimes we all need an extra bit of space, or time just for us. As your Counsellor, I will be there, providing time, care and attention whilst we explore the parts of your life which you want to revisit.
Children, Young People and Young Adults
I have had extensive experience surrounding counselling children and young people aged 11-18. It is something I am very passionate about. Having the privilege of being able to play a small part in helping support young people find ways of coping, to find self-acceptance, self-confidence and hopefully empowerment.
Being able to provide a safe and supportive space for people whilst they are in one of the most physically and emotionally challenging and confusing stages of life makes me proud.
I have had much training around safeguarding, suicidal thoughts, self-harm, LGBTQ+ issues, including gender, identity and sexuality. There may be struggles and confusion around neurodivergence, questioning ADHD, Autism amongst others. As well as building resilience, coping mechanisms and psycho-education.
I have much experience and training working within several young people services and in collaboration with local CAMHS and safeguarding.
As a parent, you may need some of your own space and time in therapy for yourself to explore how challenging, worrying and confidence draining it can be, being a parent or step-parent.
Men often get overlooked when it comes to mental health. Finding a space to share and talk openly about things that have challenged you, worry, stress and the pressure of trying to pretend, or carry on and not show emotion. You are human too! You are allowed time to explore your inner world and ways to make yourself
Men, some scary statistics...
Suicide is still the biggest killer of men under 45.
At least 1 in 8 men will experience mental health issues. 2 in 5 men regularly feel low mood.
I understand that life can be challenging, and sometimes you need support to navigate through difficult times, and that it might be difficult to ask for support. I provide a safe and confidential space where you can explore your feelings and work towards positive change - whatever that might mean for you.
Counselling could really make a difference . You don't need to suffer alone.
What sort of things to expect in Counselling with me...
Counselling can help you puzzle all the things which are unfinished or confusing. The colaboration between us aims to muddle through these riddles and find some answers, or simply acknowledge the mess or struggle. Sometimes the puzzle can't be solved, maybe it's not about solving it for you. Maybe it's learning to adapt, accept and grow to find the inner-peace.
I will provide encouragement and accompany you into self-exploration. To help you develop coping skills, to help reduce stress and anxiety. You may also learn mindfulness and ways to improve your overall well-being. We can work together to help you cultivate gratitude, resilience and optimism. To boost your sense of self-worth and confidence. I can provide guidance and support to help you identify self-criticism and to find self-compassion.
Loss and Bereavement
A loss of any kind can be messy, confusing and conflicting. It can be scary and difficult to unravel where you are without the person, place, purpose or thing you have lost.
I have worked in a local hospice counselling team, counselling people both before and after a loss. on top of the additional experience and training surrounding death, loss and bereavement, I also have my own life experiences.
A loss of ANY kind -
- relationship
- job
- pet
- purpose
- family
... and so on, can be a very difficult process to deal with. Counselling can support you through the different elements of grief, ultimately helping you to develop a level of resilience, acceptance and hopefully some peace of mind.
"I am not what happened to me. I am what I choose to become."
Carl Jung
More About Me and My Practice
Puzzling through - Together
Puzzling through - Together
Puzzling through - Together
Sessions are currently £55 per 50 minute session.
Sessions are usually weekly, although can also be decreased or increased as required.
There may be some discounted sessions available for people in times of hardship, please ask.
I am a Registered member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) who are verifi
Sessions are currently £55 per 50 minute session.
Sessions are usually weekly, although can also be decreased or increased as required.
There may be some discounted sessions available for people in times of hardship, please ask.
I am a Registered member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) who are verified by the Professional Standards Authority. Look up my verified profile - Lindsie Mitchell
I work ethically and with integrity within their guidelines and ethical framework.
Getting to Know Eachother
Puzzling through - Together
Puzzling through - Together
Counselling really works best through the alliance formed in the working relationship between client and Counsellor.
Therefore, I offer an initial free 30 minute 'getting to know you' session. These are done using an online video platform.
All confidential information is stored within the GDPR regulations.
I have an Enhanced DBS check
Counselling really works best through the alliance formed in the working relationship between client and Counsellor.
Therefore, I offer an initial free 30 minute 'getting to know you' session. These are done using an online video platform.
All confidential information is stored within the GDPR regulations.
I have an Enhanced DBS check (including children). I am fully Insured and ICO registered.
If you would like to know anything more, please feel free to ask!
My Continuous Professional Counselling Development
My Continuous Professional Counselling Development
My Continuous Professional Counselling Development
My personal and professional awareness and ability is important to me, as is my ethical counselling practice, whereby I provide skilled and bespoke counselling sessions to each and every client.
I therefore adhere to BACP criteria by having regular Clinical Supervision, which helps me assess my therapeutic work and helps to safeguard no
My personal and professional awareness and ability is important to me, as is my ethical counselling practice, whereby I provide skilled and bespoke counselling sessions to each and every client.
I therefore adhere to BACP criteria by having regular Clinical Supervision, which helps me assess my therapeutic work and helps to safeguard not only you - my clients, but also me.
In addition to having successfully achieved a first class BA (Hons) Degree in Humanistic Counselling, I continue to regularly engage with learning opportunities, and continuing professional development training, in order to constantly refresh and develop my professional practice, as well as personally.
Previous Work History
My Continuous Professional Counselling Development
My Continuous Professional Counselling Development
I have been lucky enough to have had many years experience and training working in a previous caring and support role. This included older and disabled people along with supporting people with various learning disabilities, including Downs Syndrome, Cerebral Palsy and complex needs to mention a few.
I credit this work with helping me t
I have been lucky enough to have had many years experience and training working in a previous caring and support role. This included older and disabled people along with supporting people with various learning disabilities, including Downs Syndrome, Cerebral Palsy and complex needs to mention a few.
I credit this work with helping me to develop myself and ultimately become Counsellor! I am grateful for my connection with the wonderful clients.
That work was the beginning of my journey into understanding more about me, others and my future direction.
It is a privilege to be able to support others on the journey.