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Jackie Chester, BACP

Compassionate client-centered therapy for complex challenges
  • Stress and anxiety support
  • Addiction and trauma care
  • International online sessions

About Jackie Chester

Jackie Chester is a BACP-registered therapist based in the United Kingdom with 17 years of professional experience supporting people through challenging life moments. She holds registration with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP), which reflects her commitment to professional standards in therapeutic practice.

Jackie works with a broad range of concerns, including stress and anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, low self-esteem and motivation, depression, relationship and intimacy issues, grief, eating and anger difficulties, bipolar and mood disorders, and coping with major life changes. Her practice also addresses related areas such as body image, co-morbidity, codependency, domestic violence, drug and alcohol addiction, guilt and shame, hoarding, impulsivity, obsessive-compulsive symptoms, panic attacks, personality and phobia concerns, and veteran and armed forces issues.

Grounded in a client-centered approach, Jackie creates an open, non-judgmental space where clients are invited to explore thoughts and feelings at their own pace. She aims to listen with empathy and to work collaboratively so each person can build insight, resilience, and practical strategies that fit their life. Taking the first step toward therapy can require courage, and Jackie acknowledges and honours that effort.

Jackie accepts international clients and offers sessions through a range of online and remote formats. She is not currently accepting new clients.

Areas of Expertise

Also Specializes In

Relationship issuesGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersAnger managementBipolar disorderCoping with life changes

Additional Focus Areas

Body imageCo-morbidityCodependencyDependent personalityDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionGuilt and shameHoardingImpulsivityVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMood disordersObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPhobiasPost-traumatic stressProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Self-harmSocial anxiety and phobia

Therapeutic Approach

Client-Centered Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Jackie Chester have?

Jackie Chester has 17 years of professional experience supporting clients with a wide range of issues.

Is Jackie Chester a registered therapist?

Yes. She holds BACP registration, which stands for the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy.

In which languages does Jackie Chester provide therapy?

Jackie provides therapy in English.

Where is Jackie Chester located?

Jackie is based in the United Kingdom.

How can I work with Jackie Chester as my therapist?

You can work with Jackie through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Jackie Chester work with international clients?

Yes, Jackie works with international clients.

How much does therapy with Jackie Chester cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be cancelled at any time, for any reason. For current details, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Client-Centered Care and Remote Therapy Options

Client-Centered Therapy is at the heart of Jackie Chester's approach. This method focuses on the individual's personal experience, using empathic listening and acceptance to help people explore their feelings and understand what matters most to them. It is often helpful for concerns such as low self-esteem, anxiety, relationship difficulties, grief, and coping with life changes because it supports self-directed growth rather than imposing solutions.

In practice, Jackie emphasizes a collaborative relationship where the client and therapist work together to identify goals and choose strategies that fit the client's values and pace. Determining the right therapeutic focus is part of the process - Jackie will help assess whether the client-centered approach alone is best or whether different emphases are needed based on symptoms, goals, and personal preferences.

Online therapy with Jackie can take place via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, offering flexibility for people with busy schedules, those who live far from in-person services, or international clients. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care, adapt session formats to current needs, and access registered professionals from different locations.

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