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Jacqueline John, BACP

Credentials: BACP
Experience: 36 years
Practising in: United Kingdom
Languages: English
Sessions: Online only
Client ages: Adults, 18 and over

Works with Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsGrief Self esteem

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Jacqueline John offers calm, steady support for people facing stress, anxiety and life changes. She keeps sessions simple and practical so callers can focus on what matters. Jacqui welcomes honest conversation and helps people find clearer ways forward.

She has 36 years of experience and is a counselling member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP). That means she follows the BACP ethical framework. Jacqueline practices from the United Kingdom and provides services remotely and internationally under UK law guidelines.

Background and approach

Her style is integrative and adaptable. Sessions look at what is happening now and how past experiences shape feelings and choices. She uses well-known approaches such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Attachment work and elements of Dialectical Behaviour Therapy within a person-centred way.

Jacqueline can cover many concerns including relationships, family issues, grief, self esteem, addiction, trauma, parenting strain, anger and work-related stress. She also focuses on adoption and foster care themes, attachment difficulties, blended family problems, hoarding and forgiveness work. Conversations are direct but kind, aimed at small steps and clearer decisions.

She offers both short-term and longer-term options, to be discussed at the first meeting. Sessions are arranged around her weekday hours and she is not available on Saturdays, Sundays or bank holidays. Messages are generally replied to within 24 hours.

Practical therapy approaches for remote sessions

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice difficult thoughts and feelings without getting stuck. It focuses on values and practical steps to live a fuller life, useful for anxiety, stress and life changes.

Attachment-Based Therapy looks at how early relationships shape current patterns. It helps people understand connection, trust and closeness issues and is often helpful for relationship and family concerns.

Finding the right approach is part of the work together. Jacqueline will discuss goals and try methods that fit a person's situation and preferences. This collaborative process means techniques may be adjusted over time as needs change.

Online sessions can be arranged by video call, phone, live chat or text-based messaging to suit different routines. Video is good for a face-to-face feel, phone works when a quieter background is needed, and messaging can be useful for brief check-ins or lower-bandwidth days. These options make scheduling easier around work and family life and support ongoing contact when in-person meetings are not possible.

What kinds of concerns does Jacqueline focus on?

She works with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and family difficulties, grief, addiction, trauma and related issues such as intimacy, parenting and career strain.

How would you describe her therapeutic style?

Her approach is integrative and person-centred. She combines CBT, ACT, attachment-based work and DBT elements to match each person's needs.

How long has she been practising?

Jacqueline has 36 years of experience providing counselling and psychotherapy services.

What professional accreditation does she hold and where is she based?

She is a counselling member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and practices from the United Kingdom.

Are sessions available in other languages or countries?

Sessions are offered in English and she accepts international clients under UK law guidelines.

Which session formats are offered?

Jacqueline provides video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging to suit different preferences and schedules.

How are sessions charged and paid for?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions are provided through a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.

What do I need to do to begin?

Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.

Areas of focus

What this therapist works with

Most often

Stress, Anxiety
Relationship issues
Family conflicts

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Therapeutic approaches

Experience: 36 years
Registered with: BACP
Languages: English

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Jacqueline John, BACP

Background and approach

Practical therapy approaches for remote sessions

Areas of focus

What this therapist works with

Others working with stress, anxiety