About me
You’re welcome here, just as you are; with whatever you’re going through.
Why choose to work with me?
When you're with me in sessions, the most important part is the relationship: the trust, safety and connection we build together. From there, I work integratively, which simply means I don't use a one-size-fits-all approach. People are often too complex for a single way of working, so I adapt therapy to you, not the other way around.
While I hold the role of counsellor with care and professionalism, I'm also a real person. You won't find a blank slate here. I bring warmth, authenticity and my human self into the room alongside my clinical training and experience.
Some sessions may be about talking things through; others may involve more reflective or creative ways of working, or a combination of both. Counselling with me isn't always about quick fixes, although if you're looking for a few sessions to work through a recent difficulty, short-term support can be very effective. Often, though, psychotherapeutic counselling is about gently exploring material that runs deeper; not only what is happening, but why.
I’m trained as an integrative counsellor, which means my work draws on a range of approaches, including Attachment Theory, Transactional Analysis and Internal Family Systems, among others. I work in a trauma-informed way, recognising how past experiences can shape how we feel, relate to others and experience the world today. This means prioritising emotional safety, trust and understanding, and working at a pace that feels manageable for you. I have experience supporting clients from a wide range of backgrounds and life experiences, including members of the LGBTQ+ community.
At the heart of my practice is a person-centred approach, meaning that counselling is led by you. Nothing is forced, and there is no pressure to share anything before you’re ready. We work together at a pace that feels right for you, creating space for curiosity, understanding and change.
You might be curious about repeating patterns of behaviour, noticing that relationships never quite feel right, or wanting to explore earlier experiences that still don’t sit comfortably. You don’t have to come with answers, or even know exactly where to begin. From my own experience as a client, I understand that sitting in the counselling chair can feel daunting, and that understanding shapes how I work. I aim to offer a space where you can feel heard, accepted and supported as you begin to make sense of your experiences.
Alongside my private practice, I've worked as a counsellor within a community mental health support team and facilitated a therapeutic support group there. Before retraining as a counsellor, I worked as a teacher, among other roles. I bring not only professional knowledge but also a breadth of life experience - the good, the bad and the difficult - to my work.
I offer sessions from my calm and private garden room, online, and from an office in Hertford, giving you flexibility in how and where we work together. And if what you're bringing needs a different kind of support, I'll always be honest and help guide you towards the right place.
If any of this resonates with you, you're very welcome to get in touch. You can arrange an introductory call or book an initial session. If you're interested in creative therapy, you can find more information on my website.
This approach won't be right for everyone, and that's okay. Together, we'll find a way of working that feels right for you.
Training, qualifications & experience
Level 7 Advanced Diploma in Psychotherapeutic Counselling
Level 7 Postgraduate Certificate in Psychotherapeutic Counselling
Level 2 Counselling Skills
PGCE
I’m a full member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (MBACP), fully insured, and committed to ongoing professional development.
I’ve worked as part of a community mental-health support team as a counsellor and run therapeutic support group.
As a Psychotherapeutic Counsellor I am qualified to offer both Talking and Creative therapy; in-person or online - whichever suits you.
Please feel free to click on my webpage if you’d like to find out more about Creative Counselling.
Member organisations
BACP is one of the UK’s leading professional bodies for counselling and psychotherapy with around 60,000 members. The Association has several different categories of membership, including Student Member, Individual Member, Registered Member MBACP, Registered Accredited Member MBACP (Accred) and Senior Registered Accredited Member MBACP (Snr Acccred). Registered and accredited members are listed on the BACP Register, which shows that they have demonstrated BACP’s recommended standards for training, proficiency and ethical practice. The BACP Register was the first register of psychological therapists to be accredited by the Professional Standards Authority (PSA). Accredited and senior accredited membership are voluntary categories for members who choose to undertake a rigorous application and assessment process to demonstrate additional standards around practice, training and supervision. Individual members will have completed an appropriate counselling or psychotherapy course and started to practise, but they won’t appear on the BACP Register until they've demonstrated that they meet the standards for registration. Student members are still in the process of completing their training. All members are bound by the BACP Ethical Framework and a Professional Conduct Procedure.
Accredited register membership
The Accredited Register Scheme was set up in 2013 by the Department of Health (DoH) as a way to recognise organisations that hold voluntary registers which meet certain standards. These standards are set by the Professional Standards Authority (PSA).
This therapist has indicated that they belong to an Accredited Register.
Areas of counselling I deal with
Other areas of counselling I deal with
I have a particular interest in working with the impact of adverse childhood experiences and how these early experiences can continue to shape the way we relate to ourselves and others.
Therapies offered
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Fees
£60.00 per session
Concessions offered for
Additional information
My £60 fee is for a 50 minute session.
This can be on-line or face-to face.
I have a small number of concessionary spaces available.
Please feel free to email me to arrange a free 20-minute phone conversation to see if I'm the right person to help you.
There is no pressure at all. If I'm not the right fit, I may know someone who is.
When I work
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Further information
I work from a private Garden Room in Hertford SG14, an Office Space in Hertford town SG13, or on-line - so there's plenty of choice to fit what works for you.
Both office spaces have free parking nearby.
For more information about we may work together visit my website or drop me a message. I'm happy to talk things through.
www.annajonestherapy.com
annajonestherapy@gmail.com
