- Client-centred approach
- Anxiety and panic
- 17 years experience
About Jackie
Jackie Chester is a counsellor who uses a client-centred way of working. She aims to make the first steps into therapy feel manageable. Jackie speaks plainly about worries and listens without judgement.
She has 17 years of experience working in the United Kingdom and supports people coping with stress, anxiety and panic attacks. She also helps with addictions, trauma and abuse, low self-esteem, depression and relationship concerns. Her work includes additional areas such as body image, obsessions and compulsions, mood difficulties, phobias and substance-related problems.
In sessions Jackie focuses on building a trusting connection. She gives people space to talk through thoughts and feelings in their own words. Practical coping strategies are introduced when they fit the person’s goals and pace.
Jackie understands how hard it can be to ask for help. She offers steady, patient support and encourages small steps forward. Her approach is flexible and adjusts as new concerns or life changes emerge.
People say the way she listens helps them feel clearer about next steps. Over time the work aims to reduce overwhelm and build more confidence to face daily challenges. To begin, she invites people to reflect on what they most want to change and to bring that into the first session.
Client-centred work adapted for online access
Client-Centred Therapy focuses on the person rather than a step-by-step method. The counsellor listens closely, reflects back what is said and helps people find their own solutions. This approach is useful for anxiety, panic, low self-esteem and relationship worries because it prioritises the person’s experience and pace.Jackie’s client-centred style means she will work with each person to decide what helps most. Together they review what to focus on and adjust the way they work as needs and goals change. That collaborative planning is part of the therapy itself rather than something fixed before you begin.
If you are considering online sessions, please confirm the session formats available before booking. Many people find online work easier to fit around daily life, such as shorter check-ins during a busy day or avoiding travel time. Online sessions can also make it simpler to keep continuity when circumstances or location change. Ask about scheduling and practical arrangements when you complete the matching questionnaire to find a good fit.
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Therapeutic approaches
Experience
17+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she help with?
Jackie supports people with stress, anxiety and panic attacks as well as addictions, trauma, low self-esteem and relationship concerns. She also works with issues such as eating problems, mood difficulties, OCD-type thoughts and phobias.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
She uses a client-centred approach that focuses on listening and building a trusting relationship. Sessions give space to talk and the counsellor helps people decide on practical steps that suit their goals.
What is her professional background and experience?
She has 17 years of professional experience supporting people with anxiety, addiction and trauma-related concerns. That experience includes helping people find ways to cope and regain confidence.
Where does she practise and what credentials does she hold?
She practises in the United Kingdom and holds BACP accreditation as supplied in her profile. This is the credential information provided.
In which languages can sessions be held?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the UK work with her?
She accepts international clients according to the profile. Confirm any cross-border arrangements when you book to ensure suitability.
How are sessions paid for and what does it cost?
Costs vary with location and therapist availability and sessions are provided through a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time. Exact fees depend on the subscription tier chosen.
How do I begin a course of therapy?
To start, use the Start Therapy button and complete a short matching questionnaire. After that you can schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.