Therapy for the mind, body & soul.

I'm Jess (she/her), the founder of JK Counselling and qualified integrative therapist.

I hold a Level 5 Certificate in Working Therapeutically with Trauma, Level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling, Accredited Ofqual Level 2 in Mental Health First Aid and First Class Psychology degree, as well as continuously expanding my skills through continued professional development.

I have experience working in the NHS IAPT service, sexual assault helplines, supporting victims of crime, those struggling with addictions/substance misuse and working in private agencies with employees seeking support through Employer Direct Referrals.

My areas of interest are trauma, chronic illness and low self-esteem and I utilise somatic techniques and nervous system regulation tools in my work, believing that the strong mind-body connection should not be overlooked.

Outside of work, you can find me in nature with my dog Willow, reading a good book at silent book club or watching a documentary or horror film. Since being diagnosed with ME, I've been intentional about living slowly, prioritising my needs, healing my body and helping others to do the same.

I've dealt with my own mental health issues in the past so I know first hand how transformative therapy can be but also how tough it can be opening up to a virtual stranger. I do my best to make sessions as comfortable as possible; no pressure, no expectations, no rush - just a conversation in a relaxed, accepting environment.

"Jess was really patient with me and let me take my time opening up about the hardest time of my life."