Jonathan Wilkes, BACP
Integrative counsellor helping with life transitions
- Online and face-to-face
- BACP registered therapist
- Works with complex issues
About Jonathan Wilkes
Jonathan Wilkes is an integrative psychosynthesis counsellor based in central Bristol who offers therapy both online and face-to-face. He has worked with adults and young people since 2018 and brings four years of direct counselling and psychotherapeutic experience together with additional background supporting people with complex mental health needs. Jonathan works with a wide range of concerns including stress, anxiety, depression, grief, relationship difficulties, trauma and abuse, addictions, eating issues, anger, ADHD, self-esteem challenges and the practical strains of life changes and career pressures. He also addresses more specific concerns such as attachment and abandonment issues, codependency, body image, dissociation, isolation and feelings of emptiness.
Jonathan creates a warm, accepting atmosphere and listens with close attention so that clients feel heard and understood. His practice is grounded in the core therapeutic principles of empathy, genuineness and unconditional acceptance, and he aims to build trust gradually through regular weekly sessions. He welcomes the expression and release of strong emotions as part of the healing process and adapts the pace of work to each person’s needs. Jonathan integrates ideas and techniques from a range of approaches - including cognitive-behavioural and mindfulness practices - and works collaboratively to explore how early life experience and habitual coping patterns shape current difficulties. He is a BACP registered therapist, which indicates membership of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy and adherence to professional standards, and he is currently accepting new clients both in the UK and internationally.
Jonathan creates a warm, accepting atmosphere and listens with close attention so that clients feel heard and understood. His practice is grounded in the core therapeutic principles of empathy, genuineness and unconditional acceptance, and he aims to build trust gradually through regular weekly sessions. He welcomes the expression and release of strong emotions as part of the healing process and adapts the pace of work to each person’s needs. Jonathan integrates ideas and techniques from a range of approaches - including cognitive-behavioural and mindfulness practices - and works collaboratively to explore how early life experience and habitual coping patterns shape current difficulties. He is a BACP registered therapist, which indicates membership of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy and adherence to professional standards, and he is currently accepting new clients both in the UK and internationally.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
AddictionsRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseEating disordersAnger managementCareer difficultiesCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAttachment issuesBody imageCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDissociationEmptinessForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMood disordersPanic disorder and panic attacksPost-traumatic stressProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Self-harmSelf-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaSomatization
Therapeutic Approach
Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Mindfulness Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Somatic Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Jonathan Wilkes have?
Jonathan Wilkes has 4 years of experience working in counselling and psychotherapy settings.
Is Jonathan Wilkes a registered therapist?
Yes. He holds BACP registration, indicating membership of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy.
In which languages does Jonathan Wilkes provide therapy?
Jonathan provides therapy in English.
Where is Jonathan Wilkes located?
Jonathan is based in the United Kingdom.
How can I work with Jonathan Wilkes as my therapist?
Clients can work with Jonathan through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Jonathan Wilkes work with international clients?
Yes, he works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Jonathan Wilkes cost?
Costs can vary depending on location and availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be cancelled at any time, for any reason. For current pricing and details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire to help match with Jonathan. Depending on availability, clients can then schedule a first session by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic approaches for online and remote work
Jonathan commonly draws on Client-Centered Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) when working with clients. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on offering a supportive, non-judgemental relationship in which the therapist listens deeply and helps clients explore their feelings and values - it is helpful for self-esteem, grief, relationship concerns and the emotional impact of life changes. CBT is a practical, problem-focused approach that helps identify and shift unhelpful thinking and behaviour patterns; it is often used for anxiety, depression, stress and repetitive negative thoughts.
He also incorporates elements of Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) when emotional regulation or impulsivity is a central concern. DBT teaches skills for managing intense emotions, improving interpersonal effectiveness and tolerating distress, which can be useful for people experiencing emotional dysregulation or self-harming urges.
Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Jonathan works collaboratively with clients to identify which methods fit their needs, goals and preferences, adjusting the mix of approaches as work develops. Online therapy via video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text messaging offers practical flexibility - it makes regular sessions easier to fit around work, family and location, supports continuity of care, and allows clients to access registered professionals from wherever they are. Jonathan uses these formats to maintain regular, structured support while adapting to each client’s circumstances.