About me
Hello, I’m Jess, a psychotherapeutic counsellor based in Bristol offering inclusive, integrative therapy for adults, teenagers, children (14+) and neurodivergent clients.
I understand that starting therapy can feel confusing and overwhelming: there are many different types of therapy, and it can be hard to know what’s right for you. My aim is to make it clearer and to help you feel supported from the very start.
I am what’s known as an “integrative” counsellor, in plain terms, that means I draw on different therapeutic approaches and tailor them to your needs. I believe sharing education around mental health can be really empowering and means you can take what we do together in our sessions into your own life.
I have a strong focus on working with neurodivergent clients with ADHD and autism. My practice is informed by specialised CPD training and an in-depth understanding of how neurodivergence can impact mental health, relationships, identity, and daily life. I offer a neuro-affirming approach that centres understanding, collaboration, and respect.
I have extensive experience in working with a range of concerns from anxiety, depression, grief, overwhelm, relationship issues, neurodivergence and childhood anxieties. I'm trained to work with adults, young people, teenagers and children (from age 14+). I strive to make my practice inclusive, welcoming people from all backgrounds.
I aim to offer an environment that is welcoming, where we can work together at a pace that feels comfortable for you. I believe therapy doesn’t always have to be heavy, there can be kindness, lightness and even laughter, alongside the work.
If you’re curious about therapy but don’t know if it’s the right fit, you’re very welcome to get in touch. I’m happy to answer questions or have an informal chat first.
I am accepting new clients please get in touch for times.
Training, qualifications & experience
My Training is an important part of my work, and I continue to take regular CPD courses to support my growth as a therapist. I have completed a range of recognised counselling qualifications, including:
- Post-Qualifying Diploma in Counselling Children and Young People
- Level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling
- Level 3 Certificate in Counselling Studies
- Level 2 Certificate in Counselling Skills
- I am a registered member of the British Association for Counselling & Psychotherapy (BACP).
- I have completed 114 hours of CPD training based upon the BACP competences for counselling children and young people under 18 years of age.
- I have additional CPD training to work effectively with neurodivergent clients, particularly those with ADHD and Autism.
- I have experience working as a schools counsellor, supporting children aged 11-16 with a variety of different issues
Further CPD Training Courses:
Safeguarding young people, Harmful sexual behaviours, Equality and diversity, Domestic abuse: Children and young people, Child exploitation, Raising awareness of child-on-child abuse, Child-on-child sexual violence and harassment.
I hold an up-to-date Enhanced DBS certificate, ensuring I can work safely and appropriately with children and adults.
I have experience supporting clients through many different challenges. These include, but aren’t limited to:
Neurodivergence, depression, anxiety, suicidal ideation, self-harm, grief and loss, life transitions, identity, and sexual orientation, anger management, EBSA (emotionally based school avoidance) , Trauma.
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 experience supporting clients through many different challenges. These include, but aren’t limited to:
Neurodivergence, depression, anxiety, suicidal ideation, self-harm, grief and loss, life transitions, identity, and sexual orientation, anger management, EBSA (emotionally based school avoidance) , Trauma.
If you don’t see your experience reflected here, please feel free to contact me to discuss whether I can help
Therapies offered
Fees
£60.00 per session
Concessions offered for
Additional information
- Sessions are 50 minutes long.
- The standard fee is £60 per session.
- I also offer a small number of concession-rate sessions. If cost is a barrier for you, please get in touch and we can explore options together.
- I offer a free 15-minute phone call for you to ask any questions, share what you feel is useful, and decide whether you’d like to take the first step.
- I work both face-to-face (at my practice on Orchard Street, Park Street, Bristol, BS1 5EH) and online, whichever feels most comfortable and convenient for you.
- I offer long term counselling and short term counselling. We can discuss your needs in more detail and decide on a plan.
- My practice location is on the first floor and is unfortunately not wheelchair accessible. The building is well connected with local bus routes and there is nearby local parking.
