Jax Sands

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MBACP
Petersfield, Hampshire, GU31

About me

Do you feel constantly "on," yet completely paralysed when trying to move forward?

Often, we don’t realise we’ve reached our limit until burnout sets in. You might be trapped in a relentless cycle of anxiety and overworking, or struggling with deep loneliness, low self-confidence, and a quiet, ongoing sense of not being "good enough."

My clients are adults navigating all kinds of life's complexities; whether that is professional burnout, difficult family dynamics, navigating transitions, or the lingering impact of past experiences that leave you stuck on chronic high alert. Life can feel overwhelming when you are carrying it all alone, but you don't have to navigate it by yourself.

I’m a calm, deeply patient therapist with a dry sense of humor and a lot of tolerance for life’s messiness. Clients often tell me they feel genuinely seen and remembered here. I track the patterns, I hold onto the details of your story, and I will help you connect the dots so you aren’t running the same old exhausting loops.

My approach is collaborative and tailored entirely to you. I don't believe in a one-size-fits-all formula or handing out generic exercises every week, but if a specific tool or creative approach helps you move forward, we’ll use it. Whether you need a deep, meaningful conversation or just a quiet, steady anchor while you process complex family dynamics or past pain, I meet you where you are.

Alongside my private practice, my background includes specialist support work with trauma survivors. That experience has shaped a grounded, deeply compassionate approach to care; meaning I am comfortable sitting with heavy, complex histories, and it takes a lot to surprise or offend me.

Outside the Therapy Room:

When I’m not working, you’ll usually find me lifting weights at CrossFit, walking my dog, or watching cars race. To balance out that high energy, I visit local galleries, host cozy retro movie nights, or add to my niche collection of pink Hot Wheels cars.

If you are tired of carrying it all alone, let’s connect! And have a conversation about how we can work together.

How We Work Together & Practical Details:

I offer flexible therapy tailored to you; focusing on meeting you where you are and working in a way that fits how your brain processes the world, so you can build a life that actually feels good to live.

  • How we meet: Online sessions (flexible & convenient) or face-to-face therapy in Petersfield at a beautiful local wellness centre (subject to availability).
  • Who I work with: I work with individuals of all genders, aged 17 and over (my current clients span from age 18 to 72).

Training, qualifications & experience

  • Level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling
  • Youth Mental Health First Aider
  • Safegaurding
  • Into the light - working with survivors of sexual abuse
  • Mental Health: Symptoms, Diagnosis, Medication, Treatment
  • Short Term Counselling
  • Suicide - Myth, Meaning, Management
  • Pre-Trial Therapy

Therapy with me isn’t a checklist; it’s a collaborative partnership to get to the heart of what’s keeping you stuck. My approach is trauma-informed and safety-focused. We don’t just look at what’s "wrong", we look at your whole story. Together, we’ll navigate the high pressure of balancing life with projects and find a practical path forward that actually resonates with who you are.

Experience
I have extensive experience supporting people through complex trauma and high-stakes environments. This work has taught me that no story is "too much" for the room and that resilience is a craft we build together. Whether you are navigating a specific project crisis or deeper patterns of self-sabotage, I provide steady, unflinching support backed by thorough clinical assessment to keep our work grounded and safe.

Member organisations

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

Therapies offered

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Fees

£60.00 per session

Concessions offered for

  • Keyworkers
  • Trainee counsellors

Additional information

Reaching out can feel like the hardest part, but it’s the first step in showing up for yourself. To make things easier, I offer a free 15-minute consultation call via Zoom or phone. There’s no pressure and no obligation, it’s simply a chance for us to chat, for you to ask any questions, and for us to see if we are a good fit to work together.

Fees & Structure
Session Fee: £60 for a 50-minute session (applicable to both flexible online sessions and Face-to-Face appointments in Petersfield).
Concessions: I believe therapy should be accessible. I offer a limited number of reduced-rate spaces for anyone navigating tight financial cycles, which we can discuss during our initial call if needed.
If you’re ready to start, or even if you’re just curious about how this works, please get in touch. I’m happy to answer any questions you have.

Let’s connect!

When I work

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Further information

If you decide to move forward, we’ll set a schedule that actually works for your life. I offer sessions both in-person in Petersfield and online. Whether we meet weekly or at a different frequency, the goal is to build a steady, reliable rhythm. Before our first full session, I’ll provide a clear working agreement so we both know exactly how we’re going to work together.

The Space: My commitment to you is a space where you don’t have to perform or "have it all together." We’ll work at your pace, moving through your story as you’re ready. While we’ll do a lot of talking, I’m also open to using more creative ways of working if you find that words aren't enough to describe what you're feeling. My focus is always on what helps you find clarity and build the resilience to move forward.

Petersfield, Hampshire, GU31

Type of session

In person
Online

Types of client

Young adults (18-24)
Adults (25-64)

Key details

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For face to face sessions - please be aware that my room in reached by two sets of stairs. There is a waiting room facility and cloakroom available.

Online platforms

Zoom

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