Jacquelynn Bedingfield

Hello and welcome,

I am a friendly, integrative counsellor for all kinds of people from all walks of life.
I am trustworthy, non-judgemental, accepting , gentle and understanding whatever your  issues or circumstances may be. I am also a Christian and open to discussing spirituality related topics. 

I offer face to face person-centred counselling to the hearing & deaf, men, women, the elderly, teenagers and children. This takes place in a safe, warm, confidential setting, so you can be yourself, be creative,  be heard and feel understood.

Carrying unresolved issues from the past can affect the way we live our lives in the present,  possibly causing discomfort and distress such as depression and anxiety.

The right counsellor  provides a safe space, support, empathy, clarity and hope.  

I can offer you a gentle hand, some words of wisdom, clarity in the fog, whilst encouraging autonomy to help YOU  make those difficult life choices, thus creating a more balanced, enriched and satisfied life.

I have experience of assisting  teenagers in secondary schools. I’ve helped clients manage issues such as;;  low self-esteem, social anxiety, anxiety, depression, victimisation from bullying and low moods. I also offer parental support and reassurance through regular client reviews. 

I enjoy working with the elderly and have been a listening ear for those with dementia. Counselling has proven to be very beneficial to their mental health and overall well-being.  

I also have 6 years experience of bereavement therapy, including pet bereavement.
Walking with my clients during their grief involves; listening to their stories, encouraging them to talk about their loved ones, exploring feelings and any complex thoughts surrounding their death, helpIng them stay connected some how and slowly helping them adjust to their loss and their new world without them.

I am a Deaf Aware counsellor with British Sign language skills and 25 years experience.. I am proud to offer counselling sessions to clients without the aid of an interpreter, thus decreasing  confidentiality issues and increasing  client confidence.

I am also here to support those who have recently become deafened, are struggling to accept their hearing loss, hearing aid management, Deaf identity or their new ways of being. Being a hearing aid user myself I know how that can feel. 

It is always a pleasure to see my clients progress during therapy,  leaving their sessions with more clarity, self awareness, focus  and feelings of positivity about themselves and their future. Helping my client reach their goals is what makes my job so worth while.

Lastly ……. it can be a scary experience approaching a counsellor for the first time, and for some, a feeling of vulnerability!  I believe, for the client to open up, heal and make good progress, the client has to connect with the therapist before he/she can go on their unique journey of self discovery! 
So, drop me a text,  let’s meet for a chat, see how you feel and we can go from there… no pressure 🙂

I am a member of the BACP and adhere to their ethical framework for good practice.

I look forward to meeting you.

Jacqui 🙂

£40 per session. (sessions last 50 minutes)

There is no obligation to have more than one session, however, you are welcome to have as many sessions as you feel necessary.

Cancellation Policy​;
please note; upon cancelling within less than 24 hours there is 100% charge.

In case of cancellation 24 hours prior the session/meeting, there is a 50% charge. No charge is placed upon cancelling 48 hours or more prior the session.

Payment in by cash, or prearranged bank transfer

Signing Counsellor, British Sign Language (BSL).