- Anxiety and depression
- Addictions and trauma
- Relationship support
About Jonathan
Jonathan Smith is a counsellor and BACP member based in the United Kingdom. He helps people manage anxiety, depression, relationship strain, grief and issues around identity. He also supports people dealing with addictions, trauma, parenting stress and career concerns. Jonathan aims to make the first step into therapy feel manageable and worthwhile for each person.
He draws on six years of practice alongside earlier experience in IT and his own family life. Sessions focus on listening without judgement and helping clients name the problems that matter most to them. He uses straightforward tools to tackle symptoms such as sleep problems, anger or low self-esteem and to address complex issues like domestic violence, codependency and coping with natural or human-caused disaster.
Jonathan works collaboratively to set clear goals. He blends client-centred ways of working with practical techniques from cognitive behavioural therapy and motivational interviewing. Mindfulness and solution-focused ideas are used to find small, achievable changes that build confidence over time.
People often come for help with relationship communication, parenting and commitment worries. He also supports those facing career transitions and compassion fatigue. The focus is on steady progress through honest conversation and practical steps.
When someone is ready to begin, Jonathan encourages them to take a small next step. He aims to make sessions approachable and to respect each person’s pace while working towards the changes they want.
Therapeutic approaches and how they work online
Jonathan uses client-centred work to create an empathetic space where the client’s priorities guide the process. That approach focuses on listening and reflecting back what matters, which helps people feel heard and able to explore difficult topics.He also draws on cognitive behavioural therapy, which looks at how thoughts, feelings and behaviours connect. CBT offers simple strategies to address sleep problems, anxiety, anger or low mood by testing unhelpful thinking and trying new behaviours.
Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the work together. The therapist will discuss goals, preferences and practical needs and then try different ways of working to see what fits best. This stays collaborative and may change as progress is made.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so please confirm the available options before booking. Online sessions in general can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, reduce travel time and allow shorter check-ins when needed. They can also be useful when quieter surroundings or lower bandwidth are preferable rather than attending in person.
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Experience
6+ years
Credentials
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Jonathan help with?
He supports a wide range of issues including anxiety, depression, addictions, relationship and family problems, trauma and abuse, parenting strain, grief and coping with life changes.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
Jonathan works in a collaborative, non-judgemental way and focuses on clear goals. He blends listening with practical techniques to help people make small changes.
What is his professional background?
He has six years of counselling experience and earlier work experience in IT, which he draws on alongside personal family experience.
What credential and location details are relevant?
He is a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and is based in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
What session formats are available?
Session formats are not specified here; please confirm the current session options before booking.
How is pricing handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
What should I do to begin working with him?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire and then schedule sessions according to therapist availability.