Counsellor profile
Adrian Jackson, BACP
Counsellor - Anxiety and relationships
See online counselling options- ACT informed
- CBT techniques
- Mindfulness practice
About Adrian
Counsellor Adrian Jackson is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and has three years' experience working with common life challenges. He helps people facing stress, anxiety, depression, addictions and relationship concerns, including issues around self‑esteem, intimacy and LGBT questions.
Adrian uses a mix of methods to suit the person in front of him. He listens and helps clients spot patterns in feelings and behaviour. He also uses practical exercises and written tasks to support emotional regulation and problem solving.
Sessions can include talk about past experiences, including childhood, when that helps make sense of current difficulties. Other times the work focuses on here-and-now skills to manage mood, cravings or anxious thinking. Adrian emphasises a collaborative way of working where the client helps shape goals and pace.
He has experience from earlier roles in hospitality and charity work, including mentoring and rehabilitation programmes in prison settings. That background informs his approach to resilience and change, and his interest in supporting people through major life transitions and after trauma.
Adrian draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client‑Centred approaches, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness and Psychodynamic ideas. He works in the United Kingdom and holds the BACP credential stated above.
How Adrian uses therapeutic approaches online
Adrian commonly draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy alongside client‑centred work. ACT focuses on identifying values and taking steps towards them while learning to accept difficult thoughts and feelings. CBT looks at the links between thoughts, feelings and behaviours and uses practical exercises to shift unhelpful patterns. Client‑centred work offers time to talk and be heard, helping people to clarify what matters and make choices.Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the work. Adrian aims to agree on methods together, checking what feels useful and adjusting as needs change. The process is collaborative and paced according to goals and comfort levels.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so please confirm current options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy around work, education or caring responsibilities, reduce travel time and allow for shorter check‑ins when needed. Registered or accredited professionals often offer a mix of session lengths and ways to meet, and Adrian will discuss what fits your routine when you arrange the first appointment.
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Experience
3+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What issues does he commonly help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, relationship and intimacy concerns, plus self‑esteem and trauma related problems.
What is his therapeutic style?
He works collaboratively and uses talking, reflective exercises and written tasks to help people notice patterns and try new ways of coping.
How much experience does he have?
He has three years' experience as a counsellor and has earlier experience in hospitality and charity mentoring roles.
Which professional body is he registered with?
He is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP).
In which languages are sessions offered?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does he work with international clients?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I start a first session?
Use the See online counselling options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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