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JD Counselling

Poole and BOURNEMOUTH, DORSET AND ACROSS THE UK

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Jennifer Doherty Counsellor

I provide counselling by telephone and video call for clients across the UK. Based in Dorset, I offer in person counselling for those located in the Bournemouth and Poole area. Appointments are usually weekly and sessions lasts for 50 minutes.

Counselling for anxiety, attachment disorder, bereavement, bullying, depression, domestic violence, emotional abuse, family issues, life changes, loss and grief, low self-esteem, panic disorder, physical abuse, redundancy, relationship issues, separation and divorce, sexual abuse, stress, work related stress.

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My approach to counselling

Just talking about your feelings could be helpful. I offer a warm, supportive style and use the person-centred counselling approach, exploring how the world is for you and how you feel and supporting you to find the answers that feel right for you. I make no assumptions about you or your life, I accept you for who you are. My practice focuses on helping individuals heal, recover, change and grow.

You can email me via the secure and confidential form.

How can counselling help?

In a safe and confidential space, where you are met with support, respect, and acceptance, you may begin to feel able to explore your thoughts and emotions more deeply, begin to understand yourself in a new or different way and begin to make sense of what you may be carrying, where it comes from and what you might do with it.

This insight and self awareness could help you to manage your emotions differently, cope with difficult situations better, make meaningful changes and move toward being your true, authentic self.

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Bereavement counselling

Grief can be unpredictable and overwhelming. The paperwork, the decisions, the phone calls, the bills, the silence.. whatever it is you're dealing with or going through you can talk to me about how you feel and the changes you are facing. You may be feeling shocked and numbed, stressed and anxious, lost or lonely, angry or distressed, confused or exhausted or maybe you're not sure how you feel. During this time, counselling can help you to start to understand your experience, make sense of your feelings and find coping strategies for everyday life.

Relationships, abuse and trauma

The impact of unhealthy relationships can be complex and long-lasting, including self-doubt, low self-esteem, guilt, shame, anxiety, and depression. You may find yourself feeling repeating patterns, putting others first, struggling to recognise your own needs, or finding it hard to set boundaries. Together, we can explore how past experiences may be shaping your present, including the thoughts you have and the choices you make. Counselling can help you gain new perspective, build self-compassion, learn to trust yourself again, and better understand who you are and what you truly need.

How can we work together?

In person sessions are held at my therapy room in Branksome (between Bournemouth and Poole). I also offer telephone counselling.

You can have counselling sessions online, accessible on your smartphone, tablet or home computer, this is a convenient way to have counselling and proven to be as effective as face-to-face sessions.

Issues I work with..

I offer counselling for the following issues, but this is not a definitive list, contact me with your enquiry to discuss how we might work together

Counselling for anxiety, attachment disorder, bullying, depression, domestic violence, emotional abuse, family issues, feeling sad, life changes, low self confidence, low self-esteem, panic disorder, physical abuse, redundancy, relationship issues, separation and divorce, sexual abuse, stress, work related stress.

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Get in touch.

For an appointment or for more information, please contact me. Let me know what you need, ask questions and get a sense of who I am and what I offer, so that you can decide if it's what you're looking for.


Frequently asked questions

HOW CAN WE WORK TOGETHER?

You can have counselling sessions online, accessible on your smartphone, tablet or home computer.

We can work together on the telephone, a convenient way to have counselling in your own home.

In person sessions are held at my therapy room in Branksome (between Bournemouth and Poole).

WhEN CAN I HAVE COUNSELLING?

Sessions are available Monday to Friday 11am - 7pm

After 7pm or Saturday by arrangement subject to my availability

how much are session FEES?

Sessions cost £55.00 and fees are payable in advance by bank transfer.

I will provide you with all the details before our first session.

IS IT CONFIDENTIAL?

All our sessions are bound by the Confidentiality Policy except when there is an immediate risk of harm that could only be avoided by disclosure or legal compliance. If this happens I will discuss it with you and seek your consent when possible.

HOW MANY SESSIONS WILL I NEED?

There is no fixed amount and no limit to the number of sessions you can have; it depends on you and the depth or complexity of our work together. It is usual to start with six sessions and continue if needed.

About me

Working in outplacement I noticed that with support and understanding, people change and grow through life’s challenges, and after experiencing the positive effects of counselling in my own life I was inspired to pursue a career helping others find their strength and resilience through healing and personal growth.

I am committed to good practice, ethical conduct, learning and development and have regular supervision. I am an accredited registrant with The National Counselling Society (NCPS) and adhere to their Code of Ethical Standards and Conduct.

  • Level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling
  • NLP (Neuro Linguistic Programming) practitioner
  • Volunteer counsellor - Herts Women’s Centre - completed specialised domestic abuse training, counselled clients in and from abusive relationships
  • Volunteer counsellor - St Joseph’s Hospice Bereavement Service, Hackney - completed specialised training in the dying process and counselled clients bereaved by suicide, sudden loss and long-term illness.

Contact me

All enquires are usually answered within 24 hours.

All contact is strictly confidential and uses secure phone and email services.

Fees & availability

Face to face, Telephone and Online counselling:

  • 50-minute session £55

Availability:

  • Monday to Friday 11am - 7pm
  • After 7pm and Saturday by arrangement

My location

The Consulting Centre, located between Bournemouth and Poole, Dorset.


Kind words from clients

“Working with Jennifer is invariably changing my life for the better, by laying healthy foundations within myself and strong foundations to build my future on.”


“I was given a space that was non-judgemental, supportive, and respectful.

She enabled me to find my way through this process and supported me through it.


"..she sat with me through my most difficult moments and I always felt safe and listened to"


“Jen has helped me to feel safe to be truly authentic within my journey.

She listened when I needed someone there to share my feelings"


“A session is like talking to a friend, but learning about yourself at the same time.

One day she told me that I had all the answers, and this is true! She will just help you finding them."



“..she has helped to me to change my life and take control where I needed to.."



"I highly value the work I have been able to do with her, for myself.”


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