Colin Jones
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About me
About Me
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Personal Profile, Philosophy & Therapeutic Approach:
My pathway to becoming a therapist began several years ago after a profound, life-changing experience that led me to deeply re-evaluate my existence and future. With the support of compassionate and skilled professional therapy, I was able to gain clarity, make meaningful changes, and move forward. Embracing that experience - one I continue to value immensely - became the driving force behind my decision to train in counselling and psychotherapy. That pathway now shapes and informs my practice, bringing me to where I am today.
I believe therapy is a deeply personal process that should align with each individual’s evolving needs, both explicit and implicit. My priority is always to keep the client’s best interests at the forefront, ensuring they receive the greatest possible benefit. I approach my work with compassion, care, and respect, fostering a safe, confidential, and non-judgmental space where clients feel supported. My goal is to empower individuals and help unlock their full potential.
The heart of my work lies in the collaborative nature of the therapeutic relationships I build with clients. I see this as a fundamental and essential part of the healing process. My success is measured by the trust clients place in my honesty, ability, and character as our work together evolves. Witnessing their growth, shifts in perspective, and positive life changes is both deeply rewarding and enriching.
My approach is naturally open-minded, intuitive, down-to-earth, and attentive. I offer an adaptable, interactive, and engaging style of therapy, bringing warmth, strength, energy, and passion to my work. With a respectful and accepting presence, I strive to create a supportive space while also providing appropriate challenge when needed.
I believe that no single therapy suits everyone or fully addresses the complexities within an individual. Psychological challenges are rarely caused by just one factor, so a range of therapeutic approaches may be necessary to achieve meaningful change. That’s why I practice an Integrative Approach, drawing from multiple theoretical frameworks, including Humanistic (Person-Centred), Psychodynamic, Transactional Analysis, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), as well as Experiential and Creative therapies. This allows me to tailor my work to each client’s unique needs.
What is Counselling & Psychotherapy?
These terms are often used interchangeably, and it can be challenging to find a single, agreed-upon definition for each. Generally, they serve as umbrella terms that encompass a variety of talking and listening therapeutic approaches, each employing different methods to address psychological concerns.
How can Counselling & Psychotherapy help?
People seek therapy when they are facing challenges and emotional distress in their lives. You might be considering therapy for a variety of reasons - perhaps you’re feeling stuck, confused, or overwhelmed by emotions, experiencing anxiety or depression, or have gone through a traumatic event, whether recent or in the past. You may also be finding it difficult to cope with or adapt to changes in your life.
You might not fully understand what the problem is, but you sense that something isn’t quite right. It’s common to feel as though you should face your challenges alone, trying to make changes on your own, and believing that seeking help might be seen as ‘weak’ or ‘embarrassing.’
At the core of therapy is the opportunity to talk about how you feel and to be truly heard. It’s a process that allows you to reflect on where you are right now, re-evaluate how you live your life, and uncover the ways in which patterns of behaviour, thoughts, and emotions have developed. Therapy can help you understand past and present conflicts, manage painful realities that may be limiting you, and recognise your strengths and resources. It also provides space to explore options for addressing difficult situations, whether that means clarifying choices for change or coming to terms with aspects of life that you cannot, or do not wish to, alter. As you explore different parts of yourself, your insight and self-awareness grow, fostering healing and personal development.
Therapy is not about giving advice, providing a quick fix, or offering a magical solution. It is a process that unfolds over weeks or months, requiring a commitment of time to truly understand the full picture of your life - past, present, and future.
Couples / Relationship Counselling
In my work with couples or any relational dynamic, I see my role as an active participant in their interaction. My goal is to support each partner as they navigate and work through their challenges together.
I focus on identifying the couple’s strengths by exploring what has worked well in their relationship, helping them build on these successes. I also look at what hasn’t worked and examine how each partner’s personal history may be influencing their ability to relate to each other in a healthy, supportive, and enriching way.
I help facilitate both verbal and non-verbal communication by guiding each partner to recognise negative and destructive patterns that have become ingrained in the relationship. This awareness allows them to break these cycles, providing an opportunity to resolve past conflicts and empowering them to make informed choices about the future of their relationship.
This involves the couple engaging in conversation with each other during therapy while I observe how they interact. I provide feedback based on my observations and encourage them to experiment with new ways of communicating in the moment. The strength of this process lies in their ability to experience these new ways of being, rather than simply discussing them.
Therapeutic Support for Professionals
I have extensive experience in counselling, psychotherapy and the business sector, having worked across a diverse range of environments.
I understand that professionals in certain fields may find it challenging to access the appropriate and confidential support they need due to the nature of their roles in the workplace.
I work confidentially with individuals across various professions, including teaching, police, fire and ambulance services, medical staff, directors, and business owners. My goal is to help each person maintain their effectiveness at work while supporting them in overcoming the challenges they face.
Training, qualifications & experience
- BACP Accredited Diploma in Therapeutic (Integrative) Counselling
- Certified Barnardo's Adoption Counsellor
- Certificate in Couple / Relationship Counselling
- Certificate in Counselling Skills & Theory
- Certificate in Creative Therapy
- Certificate in Gestalt & Psychodrama Group Training
I work with individuals and couples from diverse cultural backgrounds, addressing a wide range of issues and personal challenges.
I have experience and a special interest in a variety of areas, including anxiety, abuse, adoption, anger management, career and employment-related issues, depression, inner-child work, mental health, relationship challenges, myalgic encephalomyelitis (ME, chronic fatigue syndrome), post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), road traffic accident rehabilitation, self-esteem, sexuality, and stress.
I collaborate with insurance companies, solicitors, and intermediaries to provide counselling for clients dealing with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) following road traffic accidents. I also provide reports as requested by the courts, social services, and for both personal and occupational purposes.
I work independently and in partnership with Barnardo’s, providing counselling to clients involved in any part the adoption process, both past and present.
I collaborate with Employee Assistance Programs (EAP), providing counselling to clients referred by their employers in accordance with UK employment law.
I collaborate with the Ministry of Defence Army Welfare Service to provide individual and couples counselling for military personnel.
I collaborate with GP surgeries providing counselling to patients within the scope of their individual care plans.
For 15 years, I was a Senior Course Tutor at the Life-Force School of Counselling in Colchester, delivering a BACP Gold Standard Accredited Counselling Training Programme.
I provide therapeutic support to students in training as part of their counselling and psychotherapy course requirements.
Professional Standards:
I am a member of the British Association for Counselling & Psychotherapy (BACP), bound by its Ethical Framework for good practice in counselling and psychotherapy.
I attend monthly clinical supervision with a senior qualified supervisor in line with BACP guidelines to ensure the highest therapeutic standards of practice.
I hold an enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) certificate, confirming my suitability to work with vulnerable adults and children.
I am committed to ongoing professional development, regularly updating my skills through research, courses, and seminars to enhance my knowledge and expertise.
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
Therapies offered
Fees
£48.00 - £75.00
Free initial telephone or online session
Concessions offered for
Additional information
I offer a flexible appointment system, with availability on weekdays between 8:30am and 10:00 pm.
A limited number of reduced-rate therapy slots are available for those who may be struggling financially. If cost is a concern, please mention this during your initial enquiry. Availability is strictly limited.
My practice is located on the Maldon/Colchester district border and is easily accessible from surrounding areas, including Braintree (CM7), Clacton (CO15), Halstead (CO9), Kelvedon (CO5), Manningtree (CO11), Sudbury (CO10), Tiptree (CO5), and Witham (CM8).
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Further information
Remote Support – Online and Telephone Counselling
Sessions are available via Zoom, Skype, WhatsApp, FaceTime, and telephone for clients across the UK and worldwide.
Some people are hesitant about counselling that isn’t delivered face-to-face, worrying that it may feel less effective or personal. However, remote therapy is simply an alternative approach that can be just as valuable, offering flexibility to suit your lifestyle and circumstances.
I have undertaken specialist training to adapt my skills for remote settings providing the same level of professional support in a way that works best for you.
What Next?
Reaching out for professional support can feel daunting, but it could be the step that helps you regain the sense of control you’re looking for. Even if you’re unsure whether the time is right or if therapy is the right path for you, please feel free to call, message, or email me in complete confidence. I’m happy to answer any questions and discuss the process to help put your mind at ease.
If you feel ready to begin therapy, you can contact me via telephone or email to arrange an initial assessment session.
During the assessment, I will gather background information, explore what has brought you to therapy, and discuss your hopes, expectations, and goals. You will also have the opportunity to ask any questions you may have, and together, we can determine whether we feel comfortable working together.
If we decide to proceed, sessions are typically scheduled on a regular weekly basis, either short-term or long-term, depending on your needs – but ultimately the frequency of sessions is entirely your choice.
