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Jacqueline Lawrence, BACP, NCPS

Credentials: BACP, NCPS
Experience: 23 years
Practising in: United Kingdom
Languages: English
Sessions: Online only
Client ages: Adults, 18 and over

Works with Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesGrief Self esteem Depression

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Jacqueline Lawrence helps people facing stress, anxiety, low self-esteem, depression, grief and relationship concerns. She also supports those dealing with trauma and abuse, parenting strain, career changes, compassion fatigue and family difficulties. Jacqueline uses straightforward, practical work aimed at making life more manageable.

Jacqueline brings 23 years of experience to her counselling practice. She draws on several approaches so sessions can be shaped to what each person needs. Conversations are collaborative and paced to the individual rather than following a rigid plan.

Background and approach

In sessions she listens to how people feel and think about their problems. Jacqueline helps clients get a clearer view of patterns that keep causing pain. From that understanding, she works on small, realistic steps to reduce distress and improve day-to-day coping.

Her work covers issues such as abandonment, attachment difficulties, adoption and foster care questions, blended family strain, codependency and communication problems. She also addresses dissociation, domestic violence, separation and other family of origin themes. Jacqueline uses methods drawn from attachment-based, client-centred, cognitive behavioural, psychodynamic and solution-focused work.

Sessions can include talking through experiences, reflecting on relational patterns and practising new ways of handling situations. The aim is clearer thinking, stronger coping and more balanced emotional responses.

Therapeutic approaches for online counselling

Attachment-based work focuses on patterns in relationships and how early bonds shape current reactions. It helps when people struggle with trust, closeness or repeated relationship difficulties. Client-centred therapy puts the person’s experience at the centre and uses warm, non-judgemental listening to help people feel understood and find their own solutions.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. Jacqueline will talk with each person about their goals and preferences and jointly choose which methods to try. That collaborative process means approaches can change as needs shift over time.

Online sessions are offered by video call, phone, live chat or text messaging to give practical options. Video works well for in-depth conversation and visual cues. Phone sessions are useful when bandwidth is limited or a shorter check-in is needed. Live chat and text messaging can suit people who prefer typing or want flexible, brief contacts during busy days. These options make it easier to fit therapy into work and family routines and to keep continuity when life is unpredictable.

What issues does Jacqueline support?

She helps people with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, low self-esteem, relationship and family concerns as well as trauma and abuse related issues.

How would she describe her therapeutic style?

Her style is collaborative and flexible. She listens first, then agrees a plan that fits the person’s needs and pace.

What is her professional background?

Jacqueline has 23 years of experience working with adults and young people on emotional and relational difficulties.

What credentials and location are listed?

She is listed with BACP and NCPS and practises in the United Kingdom.

Which languages and international options are available?

Sessions are offered in English and she accepts international clients.

What session formats are offered?

Jacqueline offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging to suit different needs.

How are sessions priced?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability and sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.

How do I begin working with her?

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

Areas of focus

What this therapist works with

Most often

Stress, Anxiety
Relationship issues
Grief

Also listed

Therapeutic approaches

Experience: 23 years
Registered with: BACP, NCPS
Languages: English

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Jacqueline Lawrence, BACP, NCPS

Background and approach

Therapeutic approaches for online counselling

Areas of focus

What this therapist works with

Others working with stress, anxiety