Jackie Hewitt

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About me

Are you navigating a complex or challenging situation involving change and/or loss? These circumstances manifest in many various forms, such as job transitions, relocations, the conclusion of relationships, medical diagnoses for oneself or loved ones, bereavement, and retirement. Each individual's experience with change and loss is distinct, and I strive to collaborate closely with you to identify a path forward, acknowledging your ability to make the best judgments. 

My personal experiences with significant life change and loss, including child bereavement, help me to understand and empathise with you.

As a qualified therapist and accredited member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP), I have worked for many years in the mental health field as a practitioner, manager, and clinical supervisor. For nearly 12 years, I served as a senior manager for a national children's mental health charity and am now enjoying private practice.

If my profile resonates with you, please make contact for a free 15 minute introductory conversation and we can take it from there. I look forward to hearing from you.

Training, qualifications & experience

  • Graduate Diploma in Psychology (University of West London)
  • Diploma in therapeutic counselling (person-centred)
  • Level 6 Certificate in Clinical Supervision (CPCAB/UEL accred.)
  • Certificate in Coaching (Middlesex University accred.)
  • Masters, Senior Leadership and Management, Imperial College Business School)

I enjoyed an international career in research management before life-events motivated me to retrain in Psychology, Counselling and Coaching. I have experienced loss, and dramatic changes in my own life and am familiar with the family impact of Special Educational Needs (ADHD, Autism, Dyspraxia) and addiction. I am passionate about helping others overcome their challenges and learn to feel comfortable with who they are.

Having examined and redirected my own life choices and career I can offer support to others experiencing significant changes in their lives. Whilst I cannot know exactly how it is for you, my experience will provide a reference to the impact of what you are experiencing and your desire to make or cope with transitions.

Member organisations

school Registered / Accredited

Registered / Accredited

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BACP
British Association for Counselling & Psychotherapy (BACP)

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

British Association for Counselling & Psychotherapy
Accredited Register Scheme

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British Association for Counselling & Psychotherapy

Areas of counselling I deal with

Fees

£65.00 per session

Additional information

My private practice days are Tuesdays and Wednesdays.

Counselling sessions will usually be on a weekly basis for an initial 6 week period with regular reviews thereafter. Some clients find six sessions is all they need whilst others may continue for more.

Sessions will be payable via bank transfer within 24 hours of attendance. I have a limited number of concessionary rate sessions for full time students or those on benefits.

When I work

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Maidenhead, Berkshire, SL6

Henley-On-Thames, Oxfordshire, RG9

Type of session

In person
Online
Phone

Types of client

Young adults (18-24)
Adults (25-64)
Older Adults (65+)
Organisations
Employee Assistance Programme

Key details

My residential session room is at ground floor level with two small steps into the premises.

Online platforms

Microsoft Teams

Supervision

In person
Online

I am an experienced supervisor for both trainee counsellors and qualified practitioners.

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