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Jessica Russell, BACP

Credentials: BACP
Experience: 6 years
Practising in: United Kingdom
Languages: English
Sessions: Online only
Client ages: Adults, 18 and over

Works with Stress, Anxiety LGBTRelationship issuesSelf esteem Coping with life changes

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Jessica Russell works from evidence-based therapeutic techniques to help people feeling overwhelmed by stress and anxiety. She is a British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) registered counsellor with six years of professional experience. Jessica aims to create a straightforward, compassionate space for people to talk through what is causing them distress.

She focuses on LGBT concerns, relationship difficulties, and building self-esteem and confidence. Jessica also supports people managing life changes, workplace pressures, and panic attacks.

Background and approach

She listens for practical patterns that can be changed and helps people find small steps that feel doable. Jessica believes each person knows their own story best. She works collaboratively, helping clients spot strengths and choose strategies that fit their life.

Sessions are led by what the client needs and what they feel ready to try. Her approach also addresses communication problems, guilt and shame, isolation and loneliness, and questions about sexuality and women’s issues. She aims to make the work feel relevant to everyday life, not full of jargon.

People meet Jessica for a mix of short-term practical support and longer-term exploration. Her goal is to help people gain clearer direction, better coping tools, and more confidence to move forward.

Evidence-based approaches and online therapy options

Jessica uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on practical change. One common approach helps people understand unhelpful thoughts and develop clearer ways of thinking and coping; this can reduce anxiety and improve daily mood. Another approach emphasises building on personal strengths and small achievable goals to boost confidence and motivation. Both approaches are aimed at managing stress, panic attacks, relationship strain and questions about identity.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will listen to your concerns, discuss different ways of working, and choose methods together based on your goals and preferences. This collaborative process means techniques are adapted to what feels useful and manageable for you.

Online therapy is offered by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life. Video calls are good for longer conversations and visual connection. Phone sessions can be easier when you need lower bandwidth or a simpler check-in. Live chat and text messaging suit brief updates, reflection between sessions, or people who prefer not to be on camera. Together these options give flexibility and practical access to support from home or work times.

What concerns does Jessica help with?

She helps people with stress, anxiety, LGBT matters, relationship issues, self-esteem and coping with life changes. Additional areas include communication problems, guilt and shame, loneliness, and workplace issues.

What is her therapy style like?

Jessica uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques and works collaboratively with clients. She focuses on practical steps and identifying personal strengths to address everyday problems.

How much experience does she have?

Jessica has six years of professional experience working in the UK. That background informs her practical, straightforward approach.

What credential does she hold and where is she based?

She is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and practises in the United Kingdom.

Which languages are available for sessions?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can international clients work with her?

She is not currently accepting international clients; sessions are offered to people within the United Kingdom.

What session formats are offered?

Jessica provides video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging as ways to connect. These options allow for shorter check-ins or full conversations depending on need.

How do sessions cost and how do I start?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability and uses a subscription that you can cancel at any time. To begin, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.

Areas of focus

What this therapist works with

Most often

Stress, Anxiety
LGBT
Relationship issues

Also listed

Experience: 6 years
Registered with: BACP
Languages: English

Contacting Jessica

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Jessica Russell, BACP

Background and approach

Evidence-based approaches and online therapy options

Areas of focus

What this therapist works with

Others working with stress, anxiety