About me
My name is John Ellis, and I am a Professional Accredited Member of the National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society (PNCPS Acc.). This accreditation reflects my commitment to maintaining high standards of professional practice and providing safe, ethical, and effective therapy.
I have a particular interest in men's mental health and work with both men and women experiencing difficulties such as anxiety, stress, low mood, depression, relationship problems, low self-esteem, anger, or feeling overwhelmed by life. I understand that reaching out for support can be difficult, particularly when you are used to managing things on your own or keeping difficult emotions to yourself. Therapy offers a confidential space where you can talk openly without judgement and begin to make sense of what you are experiencing.
My role is to provide a calm, supportive, and non-judgemental environment where you can feel heard and understood. Whether you are facing a specific challenge or simply feel that something in your life needs to change, we can explore what is happening and consider what might help.
I do not believe therapy should be a "one-size-fits-all" process. Everyone is different, with their own experiences, circumstances, personality, and goals. I therefore customise our work to you as an individual, drawing on Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Pluralistic counselling. These approaches allow us to explore the connections between your thoughts, emotions, behaviours, relationships, and life experiences, while developing practical strategies to support meaningful and lasting change.
Alongside my private practice, I have spent the past ten years volunteering as a counsellor with the national mental health charity Mind. During this time, I have worked across both long-term and crisis counselling teams, supporting people experiencing a wide range of emotional and psychological difficulties, both in person and online.
My experience in crisis counselling has developed my ability to remain calm and responsive during periods of intense distress and uncertainty. It has also strengthened my skills in listening carefully, assessing risk, and providing personalised support when people are at their most vulnerable.
My aim is to help you develop greater self-awareness, healthier ways of coping, and the confidence to make changes that feel right for you. By exploring the patterns and experiences that affect your wellbeing, we can identify practical ways to help you feel more in control and better equipped to navigate life's challenges.
Starting therapy can be an important step towards feeling more like yourself again, and you do not have to face things alone.
If you would like to ask any questions or find out more about how I work, please feel free to get in touch. I aim to respond to all enquiries within 24 hours. If you do not receive a reply, please check your spam or junk folder, as messages can occasionally be filtered incorrectly.
I look forward to hearing from you and supporting you as you take your next steps.
Training, qualifications & experience
Chrysalis
- Diploma in advanced counselling practice; 'Pluralistic Counselling and Psychotherapy' (Completed June 2025)
Zero Suicide Institute®
- Assessing and Managing Suicide Risk. A four-week examined training course. (Completed April 2023)
Psychwire
- ACT (Acceptance & Commitment Therapy) with Russ Harris ‘ACT for Grief and Loss’. A six-month specialist examined training course. (Completed October 2022)
- ACT (Acceptance & Commitment Therapy) with Russ Harris ‘ACT for Anxiety and Depression’. A six-month advanced level examined training course. (Completed May 2022)
- ACT (Acceptance & Commitment Therapy) with Russ Harris, Kirk Strosahl & Patricia Robinson ‘ACT as a Brief Intervention’. A six-month advanced level examined training course based on FACT ‘Focused Acceptance & Commitment Therapy’. (Completed October 2021).
- ACT (Acceptance & Commitment Therapy) with Russ Harris ‘ACT for Beginners’. An intensive six-month examined training course teaching the core skills of ACT
(Completed June 2021)
Association for Psychological Therapies.
- Diploma in Psychological Therapies.
The diploma is awarded on successful completion and examination of a two-year program in the following therapeutic modalities; - MI (Motivational Interviewing)
- ACT (Acceptance and Commitment Therapy)
- SFBT (Solution Focused 'Brief' Therapy)
- DBT (Dialectical Behaviour Therapy) Essentials
- CBT (Cognitive Behavioural Therapy)
(Completed August 2021).
College of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy
- Advanced Diploma in Integrative CBT (REBT) – pass with merit – accredited by the National Counselling Society (NCPS), the National Hypnotherapy Society (NHS) and approved by the AREBT (Association for Rational Emotive Behavioural Therapy). A seven-month classroom based examined course. (Completed September 2019)
- Advanced Diploma in CBT (REBT) – pass with distinction - accredited by the NCPS and approved by the AREBT. A seven-month classroom based examined course. (Completed May 2019)
- Diploma in CBT (REBT) - accredited by the NCPS and approved by the AREBT. A six-month classroom based examined course. (Completed April 2017)
- Certificate in Blended Learning, Counselling Skills and Ethics
(Completed July 2016)
Achievements
I have co-facilitated the Men’s Group at Mind, creating a supportive and non-judgemental environment where men could openly discuss personal and professional challenges. Through guided discussions and peer support, participants were encouraged to develop healthier coping strategies, build emotional resilience, strengthen relationships, and work towards more balanced and fulfilling lives. (Completed June 2023).
Help for Heroes
- 'Suicide Awareness Training' (Completed September 2022)
Association for Psychological Therapies
- Assessment, Risk Assessment, and Intervention in Crisis Situations
(Completed August 2021).
Cruise Bereavement Care
- Loss and Bereavement Awareness – Grief in Lockdown (Completed July 2020).
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.
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
Therapies offered
Fees
£60.00 per session
Concessions offered for
Additional information
I offer a free 15-minute telephone call or Zoom so we can introduce ourselves and to see if the way I work fits with what you are looking for. I look forward to hearing from you.
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