Jonathan Smith, BACP
BACP-registered therapist for relationships and addiction
- Addictions and recovery
- Relationship and family work
- CBT and mindfulness
About Jonathan Smith
Jonathan Smith is a BACP-registered therapist practising in the United Kingdom with six years of counselling experience. He is listed with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy - the professional body for counsellors and psychotherapists in the UK - and combines professional training with real-world experience from a background in information technology and family life.
He has supported people facing a wide range of concerns including addictions, relationship and family conflicts, trauma and abuse, parenting challenges, stress and anxiety, grief and intimacy-related issues. His clinical work also covers eating and sleeping problems, anger and self-esteem difficulties, career and life changes, ADHD, compassion fatigue and issues linked to identity and LGBT matters. Additional areas of focus include caregiver stress, codependency, commitment and communication problems, domestic violence, infidelity, isolation and fatherhood issues.
Drawing on client-centered therapy alongside cognitive behavioral techniques, mindfulness practices, motivational interviewing and solution-focused methods, he adapts his approach to each person’s circumstances. He aims to create an open, non-judgemental atmosphere where feelings and thoughts can be explored and where the decision to seek help is respected and valued. He seeks to encourage people as they work toward meaningful change and clearer direction in their personal and professional lives.
He has supported people facing a wide range of concerns including addictions, relationship and family conflicts, trauma and abuse, parenting challenges, stress and anxiety, grief and intimacy-related issues. His clinical work also covers eating and sleeping problems, anger and self-esteem difficulties, career and life changes, ADHD, compassion fatigue and issues linked to identity and LGBT matters. Additional areas of focus include caregiver stress, codependency, commitment and communication problems, domestic violence, infidelity, isolation and fatherhood issues.
Drawing on client-centered therapy alongside cognitive behavioral techniques, mindfulness practices, motivational interviewing and solution-focused methods, he adapts his approach to each person’s circumstances. He aims to create an open, non-judgemental atmosphere where feelings and thoughts can be explored and where the decision to seek help is respected and valued. He seeks to encourage people as they work toward meaningful change and clearer direction in their personal and professional lives.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
Stress, AnxietyLGBTGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesDepressionCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
Caregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDivorce and separationDomestic violenceFamily problemsFatherhood issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPost-traumatic stressProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Solution-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Jonathan Smith have?
Jonathan Smith has six years of counselling experience.
Is Jonathan Smith a registered therapist?
Yes. He holds the BACP credential, which is the UK professional body for counsellors and psychotherapists.
In which languages does Jonathan Smith provide therapy?
English
Where is Jonathan Smith located?
United Kingdom
How can I work with Jonathan Smith as my therapist?
You can work with Jonathan Smith through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Jonathan Smith work with international clients?
Jonathan Smith does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Jonathan Smith 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.
Therapeutic approaches for online support
Jonathan Smith commonly draws on client-centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and mindfulness therapy in online work. Client-centered therapy emphasizes active listening and empathy so that the person feels heard and can explore their values and choices - it can be especially helpful for relationship concerns, identity issues and building self-esteem.CBT focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thinking and behaviour patterns, which is useful for anxiety, depression, stress, eating and sleeping problems, and many everyday coping challenges. Mindfulness therapy teaches present-moment awareness and simple practices to reduce emotional reactivity and support calmer responses to difficult thoughts and feelings.
Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Jonathan works collaboratively with each person to identify what fits best for their needs, goals and preferences, and may integrate elements from different methods as the work evolves. Registered professionals aim to tailor the plan so it feels practical and achievable.
Online therapy offers flexible ways to engage - video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text messaging - which can make it easier to arrange appointments around work, family and daily life. These options increase accessibility and allow therapy to continue when in-person meetings are not possible, while supporting consistent progress over time.