Jackie Garratt, BACP
Experienced counsellor and life coach
- Trauma and abuse support
- Parenting and family guidance
- CBT and ACT informed
About Jackie Garratt
Jackie Garratt is a qualified counsellor and life coach who supports people to rebuild wellbeing and find renewed purpose after difficult experiences. She works with individuals facing anxiety, stress, trauma, relationship and parenting challenges, addiction and mood concerns, offering practical and reflective support to help people move from where they are to where they want to be.
Jackie combines a warm, down-to-earth presence with a calm and compassionate manner, tailoring each session with creative and flexible approaches. Her practice is rooted in a Person-Centred way of working, integrated with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, alongside life coaching techniques to address limiting beliefs and mindset shifts.
Professionally registered with the British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP), Jackie has completed additional post-qualifying training to work with young people and survivors of sexual violence and offers specialist skills for parenting, attachment and childhood trauma. Her background includes roles as a youth and support worker, foster carer and coordinator of services for women affected by domestic abuse and childhood trauma, giving her a broad base of experience across ages and family situations.
Jackie can also include Christian counselling when wished, and works with people of various beliefs or no faith background, always aiming to provide an accepting, non-judgmental therapeutic space to explore change and recovery.
Jackie combines a warm, down-to-earth presence with a calm and compassionate manner, tailoring each session with creative and flexible approaches. Her practice is rooted in a Person-Centred way of working, integrated with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, alongside life coaching techniques to address limiting beliefs and mindset shifts.
Professionally registered with the British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP), Jackie has completed additional post-qualifying training to work with young people and survivors of sexual violence and offers specialist skills for parenting, attachment and childhood trauma. Her background includes roles as a youth and support worker, foster carer and coordinator of services for women affected by domestic abuse and childhood trauma, giving her a broad base of experience across ages and family situations.
Jackie can also include Christian counselling when wished, and works with people of various beliefs or no faith background, always aiming to provide an accepting, non-judgmental therapeutic space to explore change and recovery.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
AddictionsRelationship issuesFamily conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderDepressionCoping with life changesCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily problemsFertility issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMulticultural concernsPanic disorder and panic attacksPhobiasPost-traumatic stressSelf-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Motivational Interviewing Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Jackie Garratt have?
Jackie Garratt has 8 years of experience.
Is Jackie Garratt a registered therapist?
Yes. Jackie Garratt is registered with the British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP).
In which languages does Jackie Garratt provide therapy?
English
Where is Jackie Garratt located?
United Kingdom
How can I work with Jackie Garratt as my therapist?
You can work with Jackie Garratt through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Jackie Garratt work with international clients?
Jackie Garratt does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Jackie Garratt 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, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. 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.
Therapeutic approaches online with Jackie Garratt
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice difficult thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them, and to act in ways that reflect their values. It can be useful for anxiety, depression and situations where avoidance or rumination gets in the way of living fully.
Client-Centred Therapy focuses on creating a supportive, non-judgmental relationship in which the person is accepted and heard. This approach helps people explore their sense of self, build self-esteem and find their own solutions to life challenges.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at how thoughts, feelings and behaviors interact, offering practical strategies to challenge unhelpful thinking patterns and develop healthier habits. It is often applied to stress, anxiety, mood difficulties and problematic coping behaviors.
Jackie approaches finding the right method as a collaborative process. She will discuss options with each person, tailoring techniques to match goals, preferences and what feels most helpful in the moment.
Online therapy with Jackie is offered by video call, phone, live chat or text-based messaging, giving flexibility to fit sessions around work, parenting and life commitments. These options make it easier to access regular support, try different ways of working and maintain continuity of care even when schedules or circumstances change.