- Client-centred therapy
- Stress and phobias
- Grief and relationships
About Jackie
Jackie Chester is a counsellor registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) with 17 years of experience. She works with people struggling with stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, low self-esteem and motivation. Jackie also supports those facing relationship strain, grief, eating and intimacy-related issues.
She prefers straightforward, person-focused work. Sessions centre on listening and reflecting to help people understand what matters to them. Conversations aim to make difficult thoughts and feelings easier to name and discuss.
Jackie often helps people facing overlapping problems, such as mood disorders combined with substance use, or anxiety alongside obsessive thoughts. She pays attention to how problems affect daily life and coping, and looks for practical ways to reduce overwhelm.
Her approach draws on client-centred therapy, which means the person’s own goals shape the sessions. Jackie spends time clarifying what the client wants to change and checks in about progress along the way. The pace is set by the person in the room.
People who find social situations, speaking up or meeting new people difficult may find it useful to talk through what specifically feels hard. Jackie helps by breaking down those moments into manageable steps and by practising responses that feel more comfortable. She supports clients who want steadier confidence and clearer choices about next steps.
How client-centred therapy works online
Client-centred therapy focuses on the person in the room. The therapist listens carefully, reflects what she hears and follows the client’s priorities. This approach helps when someone wants to sort out stress, anxiety, relationship worries or problems linked to addiction by using their own goals as the guide.In practice Jackie uses open, attentive conversation to help clients name what is hardest and try small, manageable changes. That can include practising how to speak up, breaking down feared social moments, or exploring patterns that lead to shame and avoidance. Progress is discussed together and the therapist adjusts the pace and focus based on the client’s feedback.
Finding the best way of working is part of the process. Jackie will talk with clients about what feels most useful and choose techniques that fit their needs and preferences. This is a collaborative decision made early in the work and reviewed over time.
The biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm which options are available before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, reduce travel time and allow shorter check-ins when needed. Registered or accredited professionals often use online work to reach people who cannot attend in person, and the therapist will help select practical arrangements that suit daily life.
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Experience
17+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, low self-esteem, depression and relationship and intimacy issues, among other concerns.
What is her therapeutic style?
Jackie uses client-centred therapy, focusing on listening and reflecting. Sessions follow the client’s goals and pace.
How much experience does she have?
She has 17 years of professional experience working with a range of emotional and behavioural difficulties.
What credential does she hold and where is she based?
She is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and is based in the United Kingdom.
Can I work with her if I live outside the UK?
She accepts international clients and conducts sessions in English.
What session formats are offered?
The biography does not list specific session formats. Please confirm the current options before booking.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies by location. Sessions are arranged through a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I start a first session?
Use the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule your first appointment.