Candyce Linington, PACFA
Trauma-informed counsellor guiding recovery and resilience
- Person-centred approach
- Evidence-based therapies
- LGBT and relationship focus
About Candyce Linington
Candyce Linington is a registered clinical counsellor practising in Australia with over five years of clinical experience and professional membership with the Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation of Australia (PACFA). She holds a Master of Counselling (a graduate-level clinical degree), a Graduate Certificate in Addictive Behaviours, a Bachelor of Counselling and Psychotherapy, and an Advanced Diploma of Transpersonal Counselling, qualifications that combine formal clinical training with a focus on holistic and recovery-oriented care.
Her personal experiences with challenges such as addictive and self-harming behaviours, psychosocial difficulties, cancer, work-related injury, grief and loss, and major life transitions including moving abroad and changing careers have informed a compassionate and pragmatic practice. Those lived experiences contribute to an empathetic stance when supporting people through stress, anxiety, grief, depression, trauma and abuse, addiction, relationship and family concerns, identity and intimacy-related issues, workplace stress, and a wide range of life adjustments.
Candyce adopts a person-centred, trauma-informed and recovery-oriented approach that privileges collaboration and the client’s values. She draws on evidence-informed methods including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Motivational Interviewing and Relapse Prevention, and integrates mindfulness and psychotherapeutic perspectives to suit each person’s needs. Emphasising integrity and inclusivity, she works at the client’s pace and recognises the individual as the expert of their own story.
Her practice focuses on building resilience, clarifying values, and supporting practical steps toward wellbeing and meaningful change. Candyce aims to empower people to navigate difficult emotions and life transitions with greater clarity and self-compassion.
Her personal experiences with challenges such as addictive and self-harming behaviours, psychosocial difficulties, cancer, work-related injury, grief and loss, and major life transitions including moving abroad and changing careers have informed a compassionate and pragmatic practice. Those lived experiences contribute to an empathetic stance when supporting people through stress, anxiety, grief, depression, trauma and abuse, addiction, relationship and family concerns, identity and intimacy-related issues, workplace stress, and a wide range of life adjustments.
Candyce adopts a person-centred, trauma-informed and recovery-oriented approach that privileges collaboration and the client’s values. She draws on evidence-informed methods including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Motivational Interviewing and Relapse Prevention, and integrates mindfulness and psychotherapeutic perspectives to suit each person’s needs. Emphasising integrity and inclusivity, she works at the client’s pace and recognises the individual as the expert of their own story.
Her practice focuses on building resilience, clarifying values, and supporting practical steps toward wellbeing and meaningful change. Candyce aims to empower people to navigate difficult emotions and life transitions with greater clarity and self-compassion.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
AddictionsLGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseIntimacy-related issuesAnger managementDepressionCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
Attachment issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesGuilt and shameIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeSelf-harmSelf-loveSexualityWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Jungian Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Candyce Linington have?
Candyce Linington has five years of clinical experience.
Is Candyce Linington a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds professional membership with the Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation of Australia (PACFA). No further licence details are provided.
In which languages does Candyce Linington provide therapy?
Candyce provides therapy in English.
Where is Candyce Linington located?
She is located in Australia.
How can I work with Candyce Linington as my therapist?
You can work with Candyce through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Candyce Linington work with international clients?
Candyce Linington does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Candyce Linington 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 canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just 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.
Therapeutic Approaches Adapted for Online Care
Candyce draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to help people clarify their values and take practical steps toward a meaningful life - ACT emphasises openness to difficult emotions while committing to actions aligned with what matters most, and it can assist with anxiety, depression and motivation-related challenges.She also uses client-centred therapy, a collaborative and non-directive style that prioritises empathy and the client’s own goals - this approach helps people explore identity, self-esteem, relationship concerns and emotional processing at their own pace.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is another tool in her practice, offering structured techniques to identify and shift unhelpful thinking and behaviour patterns, which can be especially useful for stress, anxiety, low mood and some trauma-related symptoms.
Finding the right approach is part of the work together - Candyce collaborates with clients to identify which methods fit their needs, goals and preferences, adapting techniques as therapy progresses to ensure a sensible, person-focused path forward.
Online sessions via video calls, phone, live chat or text-based messaging provide flexibility for those managing busy schedules, mobility limitations or geographic constraints. These options make it easier to access ongoing support, maintain momentum between sessions and choose the format that best supports comfort and engagement with therapy.