About me
Hi and welcome, I’m Jackie. I work with individuals from diverse backgrounds bringing a range of different issues to counselling. These include counselling for anxiety issues, neurodivergence (autism/ADHD/AuDHD), LGBTQI+ people and those who are GSRD (Gender, Sex & Relationship Diverse - in non-traditional relationship structures like consensual non-monogamy, ethical non-monogamy, poly etc) and much more. I welcome those who are seeking a neurodivergent therapist in Plymouth or online, and work from a neuro-affirming approach. Please be assured that you'll be welcome whatever you're bringing and I will always provide an affirming, supportive and open minded space where I will work collaboratively with you to understand your needs.
My training included working with LGBTQI+ individuals, supporting them with gender identity and sexuality.
I am committed to providing an inclusive, gender affirming and neuro-affirming counselling space. Having lived experience of neurodivergence, I am passionate about working with autistic, ADHD or AuDHD adults and have knowledge and understanding of the strengths and sometimes challenges being neurodivergent can bring. In our sessions, I want to know what it means for you personally.
I work integratively which means I use elements from different modalities to work in a way that suits you. The way I work with neurodivergent individuals takes into account that traditional talking therapy is great alongside pragmatic support and knowledge of how autism and ADHD can present in yourself and life.
It can be difficult to reach out for support, especially if you feel nervous or unsure. There is no right or wrong way to come to counselling, and you are welcome to bring whatever you need and work through it at your own pace. I am friendly and approachable, so if you have any questions or would like to book an appointment, please feel free to contact me or visit my website at: www.jackiemaddisoncounselling.co.uk/contact/
Training, qualifications & experience
- CPCAB Level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling
- CPCAB Level 3 in Counselling Studies
- CPCAB Level 2 in Counselling Skills
- Relevant Training:
- LGBTQI+ Awareness
- Working Therapeutically with Autism & ADHD
- COSRT Kink-Affirming Psychosexual and Relationship Therapy Practices
- Consensual/Ethical Non-Monogamy (CNM/ENM) Pink Therapy Training
- Online & Telephone Counselling certificate
- Creativity in Counselling
- Working with relational trauma
I am fully insured and a registered member of the British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP). I also regularly engage in continuing professional development to keep my knowledge up to date.
I gained my experience working as a counsellor for the Intercom Trust which is an LGBTQI+ charity offering low cost counselling. I have experience in working with issues such as anxiety, depression, abuse, neurodivergence (autism/ADHD/AuDHD), GSRD (Gender, Sex and Relationship Diversity) - non-traditional relationship structures like CNM, ENM, poly etc, LGBTQI+ individuals - sexuality and gender identity, stress, trauma, relationship and social issues, and have a solid understanding of neurodivergent specific issues like burnout, the impact of late diagnosis, masking, social and generalised anxiety, sensory needs, alexithymia, executive function difficulties and building emotional regulation skills.
Contact me or visit my website at: www.jackiemaddisoncounselling.co.uk for more about counselling in Plymouth for autism/ADHD, LGBTQI+ or GSRD (Gender, Sex and Relationship Diverse) individuals.
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 supported people facing a variety of issues and welcome you no matter where you are currently in your life and what issues you are dealing with.
Fees
£55.00 - £60.00
Concessions offered for
Additional information
Daytime appointments are £55 and evening and weekend appointments are £60. Please contact me to enquire about concessionary spaces or any specific days or timeslots.
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