Jacqueline Connaughton
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About me
Welcome to Counselling JCT
Compassionate Trauma, Complex Trauma & Grief Therapy
Life can feel overwhelming, especially when you're navigating trauma, complex trauma, grief, stress, or simply feeling stuck. At Counselling JCT, I offer more than just therapy—I provide a compassionate partnership to support your healing and personal growth.
Compassion is at the core of my approach. Here, you’ll find a safe, empathetic space where your story is heard, your emotions are validated, and your journey is respected. Together, we’ll explore how to rediscover your inner resilience and build meaningful connections that empower lasting change.
Through trauma-informed care, we’ll guide your body’s natural ability to heal by integrating nervous system regulation, relational healing, and tools tailored for complex trauma. My approach blends cutting-edge techniques with deep empathy, allowing you to move from overwhelm and disconnection to peace, balance, and empowerment.
Whether you're in Cumbria, Lancashire, Manchester, Preston or anywhere in the UK, I offer online therapy that’s tailored to your unique needs. It’s accessible, flexible, and personal, allowing you to focus on your healing from the comfort of your home.
Ready to begin your journey toward healing? Book a free consultation today and take the first step toward a brighter, more empowered future.
About Me:
Hi, I’m Jackie BACP-registered counsellor who is deeply passionate about providing trauma-informed care. I understand how difficult it can be to confront your emotions, especially when dealing with the effects of trauma, complex trauma, grief, and emotional struggles. Therapy is not just my job; it’s my passion, and I take it seriously.
Life can feel messy, overwhelming, and at times, it can seem like you’re carrying the weight of the world alone. I understand that—and I’m here to help. As a trauma-informed therapist with over 20 years of experience, I aim to create a safe space where you feel free to share your story and start your healing journey.
I specialise in supporting individuals navigating trauma, complex trauma, and grief, offering a holistic approach that incorporates techniques like Polyvagal Theory, nervous system regulation, and somatic practices. These tools allow us to understand how your body holds stress, so we can guide it back to safety and balance.
More than techniques, I bring warmth, authenticity, and a genuine belief in your capacity to heal. I understand the unique challenges of complex trauma, whether rooted in childhood experiences, relational wounds, or prolonged stress. Together, we’ll walk this path at your pace, one compassionate step at a time.
"The most beautiful people we have known are those who have known defeat, known suffering, known struggle, known loss, and have found their way out of those depths." – Elisabeth Kübler-Ross
Are you ready to take the first step in your healing journey? Let’s connect and begin the process today.
Trauma, Complex Trauma & Grief Therapy Services Tailored to Your Needs
Your healing journey is as unique as you are. At Counselling JCT, I offer personalised therapy that addresses not only the emotional aspects of trauma, complex trauma, and grief but also the physical impacts they can have on your body and nervous system.
I utilise the ANCHOR Framework, which helps you move from pain and disconnection
Acknowledge: Recognise your ability to heal.
Navigate: Calm your stress and find balance.
Connect: Strengthen your emotions and relationships.
Heal: Let go of what's holding you back.
Open: Discover new ways of thinking and living.
Renew: Build lasting, positive change.
Whether you are facing trauma, complex trauma, grief, stress, or navigating a life transition, we will work together to create the changes that will support lasting emotional health.
Curious to learn more? Schedule your free consultation today to explore how my services can support your healing journey.
“Who Can Benefit from Trauma, Complex Trauma, and Grief Therapy?”
Are you struggling with unresolvedtrauma, overwhelming grief, or the complexities of complex trauma? You don’t have to face these challenges alone. My compassionate trauma care is for individuals who are:
- Navigating the complexities of grief or loss (death, divorce, or other significant changes)
Carrying the weight of past trauma, including complex trauma, and unsure how to move forward
Feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, stress, or emotional pain
Facing a major life transition and struggling to adjust
Experiencing disconnection from themselves or others
If any of these resonate with you, know that healing is possible. I offer a safe, compassionate space to explore these struggles and begin your path to recovery.
If you are looking for a compassionate counsellor who understands the struggles of trauma and emotional distress, you’ve come to the right place. Let’s take this journey together.
Training, qualifications & experience
My Training and Experience
I’m an experienced counsellor with a specialisation in trauma, complex trauma, grief, and emotional wellbeing. I am BACP-registered, which means I adhere to the highest standards of ethical practice and professionalism.
I am trained in person-centred therapy, but I also integrate other therapeutic modalities to create a personalised approach for each client. Whether you are dealing with complex grief, childhood trauma, anxiety, or post-traumatic stress, my aim is to help you heal holistically—body, mind, and spirit.
As a trauma specialist, I am continually learning and staying up to date with the latest research in trauma therapy. My approach is heavily influenced by the work of experts like Peter Levine, Gabor Maté, and Deb Dana, particularly around the mind-body connection and how trauma affects the nervous system. By bringing this cutting-edge knowledge into our sessions, I aim to help you achieve long-term healing and personal growth.
The ANCHOR Framework: Your Path to Healing
I use the ANCHOR Framework, a solution-oriented approach designed to support you through your healing journey. It’s a flexible, trauma-informed method that combines mind-body techniques and relational healing to help you recover, grow, and move forward. Here’s a brief breakdown:
Acknowledge: Recognise your ability to heal.
Navigate: Calm your stress and find balance.
Connect: Strengthen your emotions and relationships.
Heal: Let go of what's holding you back.
Open: Discover new ways of thinking and living.
Renew: Build lasting, positive change.
Each part of the ANCHOR Framework is designed to support your personal healing, build emotional resilience, and help you regain control of your life.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. What can I expect from therapy?
In therapy, you’ll find a safe, confidential space where you can explore your feelings at your own pace. We’ll work together to address the emotional challenges you’re facing and develop strategies to help you heal and move forward.
2. How long are the sessions?
Each session lasts for 60 minutes. This is a standard time frame that allows for in-depth exploration of your feelings, while ensuring that we don’t overwhelm you.
3. Do you offer online therapy?
Yes! I offer online therapy for clients across the UK, including Manchester, Lancashire, Preston, Cumbria, and beyond. This makes therapy more accessible and allows you to receive support from the comfort of your own home.
4. How do I pay for my sessions? Payment is made via BACS (bank transfer). For individual sessions, full payment is required 24 hours before each session. For package deals, payment can be made in full before the first session, or you may opt to pay in instalments. If choosing instalments, the full package amount must be paid before the final session.
5. What if I need to cancel or reschedule?
If you need to cancel or reschedule, please give 24 hours’ notice. If you cancel within 24 hours, or don’t show up for your session, the full session fee will be charged.
6. Can I pay for a block of sessions?
Yes, I offer discounted packages for sessions to help you stay consistent and make steady progress in your therapy. Choose the package that works best for you, with flexible payment options available.
7. How can therapy help with trauma, complex trauma and grief?
Therapy can help you process unresolved emotions, make sense of your experiences, and create a plan to move forward. Through a trauma-informed, integrative approach, we can heal emotional wounds, build resilience, and empower you to lead a more fulfilling life.
Get in Touch
Ready to begin your healing journey? Have questions about my services? Contact me today to schedule a free consultation, and let’s start working towards a more peaceful, resilient, and empowered you.
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
- Stress Management
- Workplace stress and burnout
- Life Transitions
- Sleep Issues
Therapies offered
Fees
£75.00 per session
Free initial telephone or online session
Additional information
At Counselling JCT, I offer compassionate, client-centred therapy tailored to your unique needs. Whether you are seeking support for emotional trauma, complex trauma, grief, or other personal challenges, my goal is to guide you through your healing journey at your own pace.
- Single Sessions: £75 per session
5 Session Package: £350 (Save £25)
10 Session Package: £650 (Save £100)
Premium Therapy Sessions (90 minutes): £115 per session
Why Choose Premium Therapy?
For clients dealing with complex trauma, deep-rooted grief, or multiple emotional challenges, the extended time allows for in-depth exploration and personalised care.
Let’s work together to make healing possible. Whether you’re interested in a single session, a value-based package, or a premium package, I’m here to support you. Contact me today to start your journey toward peace and emotional balance.
Cancellation Policy
I understand that life can be unpredictable. If you need to cancel or reschedule a session, please give me at least 24 hours' notice. For cancellations within 24 hours, or for no-shows, the full session fee will be charged.
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