Jessica Evans

Thank you for taking the time to read my profile and taking those important, if daunting first steps towards starting counselling.

I am a person-centred trained counsellor with nearly 20 years experience of working therapeutically with adults,young people and children. I hold an Advanced Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling and a Diploma in Clinical Supervision.I have also undertaken other extensive professional development training and hold an 80 hour Certificate in Online and Telephone Counselling.

I have worked in a variety of therapeutic settings and with a diverse range of issues. These include, but are not limited to, anxiety,stress, depression, loss and bereavement, attachment issues,relationship problems,low self esteem,family separation,disability, anger, identity, transitions and self harm. In my private practice, I offer individual counselling to adults over 18, on a long or short term basis.

Understanding the person-centred approach:

"The counsellor or psychotherapist in this approach works to understand an individuals existence from their point of view. The Counsellor must positively value the client as a person in all aspects of their humanity, while aiming to be open and genuine. This is vital to helping an individual feel accepted and better understand their own feelings and sense of self worth. This re-connection with their inner resources enables them to find their own way to move forward."

I believe that my empathetic and non-judgemental approach facilitates the relationship between myself and my clients. The quality of the relationship provides a catalyst for the client's personal growth and improved emotional well being. I am here to listen and will offer you respect, unconditional positive regard and a secure frame from which to explore your issues.

Please get in touch via the directory to arrange an initial meeting or conversation and explore how I may help you further. I aim to answer all enquiries within 24 hours.

Counselling is available in person or can be offered online. My fee per session is £50.00. Concessions can be offered to students, trainee counsellor's and those who are unwaged. 

I practise from attractive,easily accessible rooms in the Leigh-on-sea/Southend area. Fees are £50.00 per session for individual counselling.Concessions may be available for trainee counsellors and those who are unwaged. I can also offer online counselling.