- Stress and anxiety
- Life changes
- CBT and mindfulness
About Jonathan
Jonathan Wilkes is a BACP-registered counsellor based in the United Kingdom with four years' counselling and psychotherapeutic experience. He works with adults who are coping with stress, anxiety, depression and major life changes, and he lists life purpose among his areas of focus.
His approach is grounded in Client-Centred practice alongside techniques drawn from cognitive behavioural therapy, dialectical behaviour therapy, mindfulness and solution-focused work. Sessions aim to be straightforward and conversational. He listens closely and helps people talk through recurring negative thoughts, low self-esteem and painful memories.
Jonathan has prior experience supporting adults and young people with complex mental health needs and learning difficulties. He regularly works with issues such as grief, relationship problems, trauma and addiction, and he also addresses more specific concerns like body image, codependency, impulsivity and compassion fatigue.
He describes his therapeutic ground as empathy, congruence and unconditional acceptance, and he emphasises that the relationship grows over time. This means regular meetings, steady pacing and attention to what feels manageable for each person.
His sessions may include practical skills from CBT and DBT, breath and mindfulness practices, and body-awareness work where helpful. He also draws on psychosynthesis ideas to explore how early experiences shape current patterns, aiming to help people notice and change unhelpful responses while working toward clearer priorities and purpose.
Therapeutic approaches and how online sessions work
Jonathan uses Client-Centred Therapy to prioritise listening and presence, helping people feel heard and gradually able to speak about difficult material. This approach supports work on self-esteem, grief and life purpose by building a steady working relationship.He also uses Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) to identify unhelpful thought patterns and try practical shifts. CBT offers tools for managing anxiety, low mood and repetitive negative thinking through small experiments and skills practice. Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) techniques are used when emotional regulation and impulsivity are key concerns, teaching concrete strategies for distress tolerance and emotion management.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. He will discuss options and decide collaboratively which methods suit a person's needs, goals and preferences. That may mean blending listening-focused sessions with skills practice or body-awareness exercises.
The biography indicates he has worked online before, but does not list specific session types here. Confirm current session formats before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy around everyday life, reduce travel time and allow sessions during a lunch break or from another quiet setting. Some sessions can focus on shorter skills practice while others use longer conversation and exploration to address deeper issues.
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Experience
4+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he work with?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, addictions, trauma and related issues such as self-esteem, body image and life purpose.
How would he approach feeling stuck or directionless?
He combines client-centred listening with practical methods from CBT, DBT and mindfulness to help clarify patterns and try small, testable changes.
What experience does he bring to this work?
He has four years of counselling and psychotherapeutic experience plus earlier roles supporting adults and young people with complex mental health needs.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He holds BACP registration and is based in the United Kingdom.
Can I work with him if I'm not in the UK or speak another language?
Sessions are offered in English and he accepts international clients.
What session formats are available?
The original biography lists online and face-to-face work historically; please confirm current session options before booking.
How are fees handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
What do I need to do to begin?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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