Jessica Sullivan, BACP
Pragmatic psychodynamic and solution-focused therapist
- 20 years experience
- BACP registered
- Video phone live chat messaging
About Jessica Sullivan
Jessica Sullivan is a thoughtful, pragmatic therapist and supervisor who draws on two decades of experience to help people make meaningful changes in their lives. She was originally trained as a psychodynamic psychotherapist and combines that depth-oriented work with solution-focused techniques when a shorter, forward-looking approach is preferred. Jessica aims to mobilise clients' resilience and courage, offering compassionate support as they learn about themselves and try new ways of approaching difficulties.
Her background includes substantial experience as a workplace counsellor, so she understands how personal problems and work life interact and can support individuals affected by traumatic incidents at work. She also has a particular interest in the emotional aspects of diabetes and in supporting people through cancer treatment and recovery. Jessica is able to work with a wide range of concerns, including relationship and family issues, trauma and abuse, grief, anxiety and stress, eating and body image problems, bipolar and depressive conditions, and problems with intimacy and self-esteem.
As part of an initial assessment she may use measures such as the GAD-7, PHQ-9, HADS and IES-R to help evaluate needs and plan care. Her clinical experience spans self-harm and suicidal ideation, workplace grievance and bullying, bereavement, sexual abuse, attachment and early development issues, and ongoing mental health challenges including substance misuse and medication management. Jessica holds the BACP credential - the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy - and works in the United Kingdom offering services in English. She looks forward to meeting and working collaboratively with new clients.
Her background includes substantial experience as a workplace counsellor, so she understands how personal problems and work life interact and can support individuals affected by traumatic incidents at work. She also has a particular interest in the emotional aspects of diabetes and in supporting people through cancer treatment and recovery. Jessica is able to work with a wide range of concerns, including relationship and family issues, trauma and abuse, grief, anxiety and stress, eating and body image problems, bipolar and depressive conditions, and problems with intimacy and self-esteem.
As part of an initial assessment she may use measures such as the GAD-7, PHQ-9, HADS and IES-R to help evaluate needs and plan care. Her clinical experience spans self-harm and suicidal ideation, workplace grievance and bullying, bereavement, sexual abuse, attachment and early development issues, and ongoing mental health challenges including substance misuse and medication management. Jessica holds the BACP credential - the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy - and works in the United Kingdom offering services in English. She looks forward to meeting and working collaboratively with new clients.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
Stress, AnxietyLGBTIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSelf esteemBipolar disorderDepressionCoachingCompassion fatigue
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDivorce and separationDomestic violenceEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameHearing impairedHospice and end-of-life counselingIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsPost-traumatic stressSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSexualitySomatizationWomen's issuesWorkplace issues
Therapeutic Approach
Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Jessica Sullivan have?
Jessica Sullivan has 20 years of experience as a therapist.
Is Jessica Sullivan a registered therapist?
Yes. She holds the BACP credential.
In which languages does Jessica Sullivan provide therapy?
Jessica provides therapy in English.
Where is Jessica Sullivan located?
Jessica is located in the United Kingdom.
How can I work with Jessica Sullivan as my therapist?
You can work with Jessica through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Jessica Sullivan work with international clients?
Jessica Sullivan does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Jessica Sullivan 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.
Psychodynamic and Solution-Focused Support Online
Psychodynamic Therapy explores how past experiences, especially those from childhood and early relationships, shape current feelings and patterns. Through reflective conversation the therapist helps identify underlying themes and long-standing dynamics that contribute to distress, which can be useful for relationship difficulties, attachment issues and recurring emotional patterns. Solution-Focused Therapy is more time-limited and goal-directed, concentrating on practical steps and strengths to help clients move forward from specific concerns. It can be particularly helpful for resolving immediate problems and building momentum for change.
Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process and Jessica works collaboratively with clients to determine what fits best based on their needs, goals and preferences. She can combine depth-oriented exploration with pragmatic, solution-focused strategies so the work matches the client’s circumstances and pace.
Online therapy with Jessica is offered by video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging, giving flexibility to fit therapy into busy lives. These options make it easier to access support from home or work, maintain continuity when travel or scheduling is difficult, and choose the communication style that feels most comfortable for each person. Registered professionals and therapists can adapt methods to be effective across these formats, focusing on practical benefits and accessibility.