- Client-centred approach
- Existential perspective
- BACP registration
About Jillian
Jillian Whitham is a BACP-registered counsellor who focuses on helping people manage stress and anxiety. She also supports those dealing with relationship strain, low self-esteem, depression, and difficulties with motivation. Her tone is warm and compassionate, and she aims to make the first steps towards change feel more manageable.
Jillian uses a client-centred way of working that puts the person and their priorities at the centre of each session. She listens with patience and without judgement, and she encourages people to talk through what matters most to them. Sessions are practical and geared towards what will help day-to-day.
She also draws on existential therapy to help people examine meaning, choice, and values when life feels confusing or empty. This approach can be helpful for tackling issues such as grief, changes in life direction, or feelings of isolation.
With four years of professional experience in the United Kingdom, Jillian has worked with a range of concerns including sleep problems, career stress, ADHD-related struggles, and family difficulties. She pays attention to how practical pressures affect emotions and behaviour.
People who meet her can expect a respectful, non-judgemental space for talking and making changes. Her aim is to support and empower people as they try out new ways of coping. To begin, clients complete a short matching questionnaire and then schedule sessions according to her availability.
How her approaches shape online counselling
Client-Centred Therapy places the person’s own experience at the heart of sessions. The counsellor listens closely, reflects what she hears, and helps people clarify what they want to change. This approach is useful for anxiety, confidence issues and everyday stress because it focuses on the client’s own goals and pace.Existential Therapy looks at meaning, choice and personal values. It can help when someone feels stuck, empty, or overwhelmed by life changes. This style invites reflection about what matters and supports people to make choices that fit their values.
Working out the best approach is a shared process. Jillian will talk with each person about their needs and preferences and try different ways of working until they find what helps. The aim is to match practical steps and deeper reflection to the person’s goals.
If you are considering online sessions, please confirm the current session options before booking. Many people find online counselling helps to fit therapy into a busy life, for example by reducing travel time, making it easier to schedule a check-in during a work break, or allowing shorter sessions when that suits better. Registered or accredited professionals can adapt methods used in face-to-face work so the sessions remain focused on the same goals.
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Experience
4+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she help with?
Jillian helps people facing stress, anxiety, low self-esteem, depression, relationship issues, grief and life changes, among other concerns.
What is her therapeutic style like?
She works in a client-centred way, listening without judgement and following what matters most to the person in front of her.
What experience does she bring?
She has four years of professional experience working in the United Kingdom with a variety of emotional and practical difficulties.
What credentials and region are listed?
Jillian is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and is based in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the UK work with her?
She is not accepting international clients at this time.
How are costs handled?
Fees vary with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I start therapy with her?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.