Jeanette Ellis, BACP
Midlife changes and practical support
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- Calm practical help
- Focus on goals
- Respectful listening
About Jeanette
Jeanette Ellis is a counsellor who focuses on helping people facing midlife changes, stress and anxiety, low self-esteem, and depression. She works with people who are struggling after traumatic events or big life shifts and offers a calm, respectful space to talk. Jeanette uses straightforward language and aims to make the first steps less overwhelming for anyone thinking about change.
Her approach is practical and person-centred. Jeanette uses client-centred techniques to follow each person's pace and priorities. She also draws on cognitive behavioural ideas to help people notice unhelpful thoughts and try different ways of responding.
Jeanette has worked in the field for 11 years and holds BACP accreditation, which is noted as a professional credential. Her background includes supporting people with addiction, grief, relationship strain, parenting pressures and work-related stress. She also helps people dealing with ADHD, bipolar challenges, chronic health issues and caregiver strain.
In sessions she will tailor conversations and plans to the individual. That can mean setting short practical goals, trying specific coping strategies for sleep or mood, or looking at patterns in relationships and attachment. She aims to support people to feel more confident and able to manage day-to-day demands.
People can expect a compassionate, non-judgemental approach that keeps things simple and actionable. Jeanette encourages small steps and reviews progress with the person at each stage.
Her approach is practical and person-centred. Jeanette uses client-centred techniques to follow each person's pace and priorities. She also draws on cognitive behavioural ideas to help people notice unhelpful thoughts and try different ways of responding.
Jeanette has worked in the field for 11 years and holds BACP accreditation, which is noted as a professional credential. Her background includes supporting people with addiction, grief, relationship strain, parenting pressures and work-related stress. She also helps people dealing with ADHD, bipolar challenges, chronic health issues and caregiver strain.
In sessions she will tailor conversations and plans to the individual. That can mean setting short practical goals, trying specific coping strategies for sleep or mood, or looking at patterns in relationships and attachment. She aims to support people to feel more confident and able to manage day-to-day demands.
People can expect a compassionate, non-judgemental approach that keeps things simple and actionable. Jeanette encourages small steps and reviews progress with the person at each stage.
Areas of expertise
Also works with
AddictionsLGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseGriefEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional focus areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDivorce and separationDomestic violenceFamily problemsFirst responder issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSHoardingImmigration issuesInfidelityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMulticultural concernsObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationTraumatic brain injuryVisually impairedWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic approaches
Attachment-Based TherapyClient-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Solution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy
Experience
11+ years
Credentials
United Kingdom
Languages
English
How Jeanette’s approaches translate to online work
Jeanette draws on client-centred work to follow each person’s priorities and on cognitive behavioural approaches to help change thoughts and habits. Client-centred therapy means the session is led by the person’s concerns and pace, which can be useful when someone is unsure where to begin. Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thinking and testing new ways of responding, which often suits issues like anxiety, sleep problems and mood shifts.Choosing the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will talk with the person about their goals and preferences and try methods that fit those needs. That collaborative process helps decide whether to focus on attachment patterns, short-term problem solving, or practical CBT strategies at any point.
Session options are not detailed in the biography, so please confirm current session formats before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life - for example sessions can be scheduled around work breaks, avoid travel time, or be shorter check-ins when needed. The emphasis is on finding ways to make therapy manageable and relevant to everyday demands rather than promising a specific format.
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she help with?
She works with a wide range of concerns including stress, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, grief, relationship and family problems, addictions, and coping with life changes.
What is her therapeutic style like?
Her style is person-centred and practical, with an emphasis on listening, setting achievable goals, and using cognitive behavioural techniques where helpful.
How much experience does she have?
She has 11 years of professional experience working with people facing a variety of emotional and life challenges.
What credentials and region does she have?
She holds BACP accreditation and works from the United Kingdom.
Which languages can sessions be held in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can I work with her from another country?
She is not currently accepting international clients; sessions are provided to people within the United Kingdom.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I start working with her?
To begin, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.