About me
Hello, I'm James from Inner Insight Counselling. Are you seeking a deeper understanding of yourself and a clearer path forward? Life's challenges can feel overwhelming, whether they manifest as anxiety, depression, or low self-esteem. I'd like to reassure you that there is a space where you can explore these feelings and work towards lasting change. I am passionate about creating that supportive environment for you. Recognising your unique experiences, I practice as an integrative counsellor, which means our sessions will be as individual as you are. Together, we will draw upon a range of therapeutic techniques to build the right approach for you.
I start with the core belief that you already possess the strength for self-discovery, growth, and healing. The foundation of our work is a partnership - a deep therapeutic relationship built to help you feel safe, truly heard, and empowered. This connection is fundamental to making sense of your experiences and building confidence in your own choices. I will hold a space for you to connect with your inner wisdom whilst listening deeply to your story and identity, and to offer both my professional expertise and my genuine humanity.
For those impacted by trauma, I offer Rewind Therapy. This powerful imagery-based technique effectively reduces the distress of traumatic memories, PTSD, and flashbacks, typically in just one or two online or phone sessions, with lasting results and a high success rate (>85%).
One of the big questions - why choose me as your counsellor? For over a decade, I worked on the front lines at the NSPCC and Childline, helping children and young people through their most difficult moments - I also supported adults on the child protection helpline run by the organisation. My work wasn't just about providing direct support; I was also responsible for training and managing other counsellors to ensure a safe and effective helpline service. This hands-on experience in high-pressure situations, combined with my academic background, gives me a unique perspective. I have a deep, practical understanding of the challenges people face and a passion for providing psychological care and promoting wellbeing.
The next step is yours to take, whenever you feel ready. If you're ready to talk, I'm ready to listen. Let's embark on your journey of self-discovery, and I'll be by your side to support you.
Discover more about my counselling philosophy further down this page. (Quick note: My email replies sometimes land in junk folders, so please check there if you're waiting to hear back – I usually respond within 24 hours).
Training, qualifications & experience
I have over a decade of experience working in a therapeutic environment offering emotional support to vulnerable individuals, as well as being responsible for making complex risk assessments and referrals.
My current training includes:
- CPCAB Level 2 - Counselling Skills Certificate
- CPCAB Level 3 - Counselling Studies Certificate
- NHS (KMPT) Inter-Psyche Training Institute Level 6 - Diploma in Integrative Counselling
- International Association for Rewind Trauma Therapy - Qualified to practice the Rewind Technique
- BSc Social Psychology
- MSc Psychology
- ASIST (Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training)
- BACP and the Open University - How to do counselling online: a coronavirus primer
- BACP and the Open University - Video and phone counselling 2.0: advancing your knowledge
I have provided counselling face-to-face, online, and over the phone in a GP practice in Kent, working with common and complex mental health issues (e.g anxiety and depression). I also have experience of supporting young people on a national helpline (Childline and the NSPCC Helpline) for over a decade.
Member organisations
school Registered / Accredited
Being registered/accredited with a professional body means an individual must have achieved a substantial level of training and experience approved by their member organisation.
The National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society This Not For Profit association of counsellors and psychotherapists aim to support the counselling profession, members and training organisations. In 2013 the NCS register was accredited by the Professional Standards Authority under the Accredited Voluntary Register Scheme. Accredited by the Professional Standards Authority.
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.
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
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Fees
£45.00 - £70.00
Concessions offered for
Additional information
- Trainee counsellors receive a £5 discount for sessions (excluding Rewind Therapy sessions)
- £50 per session for telephone and online counselling
- £55 per session for face-to-face Counselling. These sessions take place at Kent Wellbeing Hub, Farthing Corner, Medway Services, ME8 8PQ
- £65 per session for Rewind Therapy for trauma (online or telephone sessions, delivered normally over no more than two sessions to bring about closure for single traumas)
- £70 per session for Rewind Therapy for trauma (face-to-face sessions, delivered normally over no more than two sessions to bring about closure for single traumas)
When I work
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Please contact me for full availability
Further information
Finding Support When You Need It
Maybe you're finding things tough with your mental health, perhaps life feels overwhelming right now, or maybe you just need a safe and non-judgmental ear. Whatever brings you here, however complicated or upsetting things feel, support is available at Inner Insight Counselling.
Experience You Can Trust
With over a decade dedicated to supporting people, I bring experience and professional commitment to my practice. I'm a registered BACP member and Accredited Registrant of the NCPS, fully insured, DBS-checked, and ICO registered, ensuring ethical and confidential support.
How We Work Together: Your Journey
Think of our counselling work as a shared journey. You know your path best – I'm here to walk alongside you, listening carefully as you share what your journey looks like and feels like. When you encounter forks in the road, we'll pause together and explore what lies ahead, and focus on empowering you to choose the direction that feels right for you. Sometimes this means learning to reframe your perspective; other times it involves looking back to understand how past twists and turns have led you here, even if the journey hasn't always made sense. We can also explore how relationships have helped or hindered you along the way. Ultimately, I hope our work together provides lasting strength for your continued journey.
Specialised Trauma Support: Rewind Therapy
For those affected by trauma, Rewind Therapy can be incredibly helpful. It aims to significantly reduce distressing symptoms like flashbacks, help you feel more in control, and support emotional healing and closure. My website offers more detailed information on this approach.
Session Details & Getting Started:
Sessions are 50 minutes long. Counselling can be brief or ongoing, and while weekly sessions are common we'll find a frequency that works for you.
To help you decide if I'm the right fit, I offer a free, no-obligation 10-minute phone call. It's a chance to discuss your hopes for counselling and ask me anything.
Ready to connect? Please call (leave a voicemail if I can't answer), email, text, or WhatsApp. I'll get back to you as soon as possible.
