Jennifer Heathcote-Osborne

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MSc/MBACP /MNCPS (Acc.)/GBPSsS

About me

MSc-Qualified Counsellor / Therapist /Clinical Supervisor Leek Staffordshire. 

Need a down-to-earth counselling therapist who can provide face-to-face, online or telephone sessions from a convenient town centre location?

As an MSc-qualified practitioner, I aim to help you reduce social emotional anxiety and explore perspectives and behaviours that may be affecting you...

I am learning diversity-informed understanding and accommodating people with learning disabilities, including neurodiverse conditions, such as Dyslexia, Dyspraxia, ADHD, and ASD (Autism Spectrum Disorder). 

Not sure what to expect or feeling uncertain about counselling? Single one-off sessions are available (that way you can get an idea of what to expect, the comfort of the practice and how relatable the therapist is)! 

An experienced, published, and award-winning therapist, providing counselling services since 2008. 

How do you get started? You can arrange a session today by leaving a message via the contact page, calling me directly, or visiting my website, where you can view the booking page. 

I hope to meet you soon

Jennifer

Training, qualifications & experience

  • 17 years /MSc Counselling Psychology (2008)
  • BSc (Hons) Psychology/Criminology 
  • PG. Cert Primary Care Mental Health (NHS IAPT)
  • PG. Cert Leadership of School Mental Health and Wellbeing.
  • Barnardo's Certificate in Adoption Support Counselling. 
  • Counselling Lecturer
  • Certified  Clinical Supervisor 
  • Certified Online Practitioner
  • Couples Counselling UK
  • Meriden Family Therapy UK
  • Love & Logic Parent Facilitator / Trainer 
  • Working with Relational Trauma

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

Other areas of counselling I deal with

Expat /repatriation, work-life balance /overseas/contract renewal dilemmas support for those living away from home, from International Baccalaureate (IB) school students to university professors and educators. 

Therapies offered

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Fees

£50.00 - £70.00

Concessions offered for

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  • check_circle Keyworkers
  • check_circle Students
  • check_circle Trainee counsellors
  • check_circle Refugees

Additional information

Thinking of Face-to-Face Sessions (UK)? Is it time to break away from the screens and meet your therapist in person? It won't be awkward, just a new experience...Think of it as a safe investment and a positive move towards self-care. 

Investing in yourself is a significant step. It's natural to have concerns about efficacy, value and results.

Engaging in quality and expertise is an act of self-care; it's about prioritising your mental health & wellness and making a conscious choice to nurture and support yourself in an environment that suits your standards. 

On booking, you gain access to an experienced therapist and proven methodologies, which can empower you to make informed decisions, take better control of your life trajectory and achieve your goals with greater confidence.

As you scroll through the list of counsellors, you may feel like you're looking for a needle in a haystack, yet your goal is to find a therapeutic relationship in an environment that you can trust to support your long-term success, and that is here!. 

 A Personalised and Bespoke Approach:

Tailored Treatment: Treatment plans are created specifically for each client's unique needs and goals.

Flexibility and Customisation: Ability to easily adjust schedules to accommodate busy lifestyles and preferences.

Private and Discreet: Counselling takes place in rustic yet spacious surroundings. A self-contained private practice inside a Grade 2 listed building that is neatly located in the centre of historic Leek, Staffordshire.

For your enjoyment, a selection of amenities is included: personal treats such as balm tissues, a vanity mirror and new combs; fidget toys to help you decompress; and a variety of beverages, both chilled and hot.
For added comfort, luxurious warm or weighted blankets are also available, but most importantly, you'll have space to think, to delve deeper and to truly meet yourself. 

I look forward to meeting you soon

Jennifer

When I work

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Working in the Middle East, no problem! In-person and online appointments allow you to access this counselling service via a safe encrypted video platform in 99% of all countries!

Further information

Clinical Supervision is also available for qualified counsellors. See Supervisor profile ...

Humble Brag ...

 I was awarded for my work (West Mids Psychologist of the Year Awards (2008) that focused on the issues of parental alienation and the impact of separation and divorce—now, working with individuals and families worldwide, offering insights and solutions that benefit the whole family.

In addition, my work has been published in Assessment and Treatment Activities for Children, Adolescents, and Families Volume 4: Practitioners Share Their Most Effective Techniques (2022) and in magazines and blogs.  

Best Wishes for now

Jennifer

Leek, Staffordshire, ST13

Type of session

In person
Online
Phone

Types of client

Children (0-12)
Young people (13-17)
Young adults (18-24)
Adults (25-64)
Older Adults (65+)
Couples
Groups

Key details

DBS check info

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Wheelchair user access info
Wheelchair user access

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You can contact the Counsellor to discuss the options available.

Under the Equality Act 2010 service providers have a duty to make reasonable adjustments to ensure that individuals with disabilities can access their service. You can read more about reasonable adjustments to help you to access services on the CAB website.

Ground floor, High Street practice/Ground floor toilets Separate entrance/exit for your privacy. Three-seater (size-neutral sofa, 2 chairs, 2 large floor cushions Spacious room prevents feelings of overwhelm. Hot & Cold drinks

Additional languages

I work with those whom English is a 2nd language

Online platforms

Microsoft Teams
Whatsapp
Zoom
Google Meet

Supervision

In person
Online
Phone

Please get in touch to enquire about supervision requirements for August 2025 Jen

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