Counsellor profile
Jacqueline McDowell, BACP
Counsellor - stress and relationships
See online counselling options- ACT approaches
- CBT practice
- Creative methods
About Jacqueline
Counsellor and BACP member Jacqueline McDowell has four years of practice in the United Kingdom. She works with people who are dealing with stress, anxiety, relationship difficulties, trauma and abuse, grief and loss. Jacqueline also offers help for a wide range of other concerns, including sleep and eating issues, addiction, parenting strains, anger, self-esteem and career worries.
Jacqueline uses several common counselling approaches and adapts them to the person in front of her. She draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy to look at thoughts and actions. She uses Attachment-Based and Client-Centred ideas to focus on relationships and the way people make sense of their lives. Mindfulness techniques are offered to help with grounding and coping in the moment.
She describes herself as an artist and sometimes brings creative ways of working into sessions when that suits a client. That can mean using drawing or other expressive tools to help clarify feelings and memories. Creative work is offered alongside talking, not as a replacement for it.
Sessions are conversational and practical. People can expect focused time to talk through what is causing strain and to consider small steps they might try. Jacqueline aims to work collaboratively, helping people choose manageable ways to respond to difficult feelings and situations.
Her practice is in the United Kingdom and she works in English. Jacqueline accepts international clients and uses a subscription model for sessions that can be cancelled at any time. To start, clients complete a short matching questionnaire and book a first session.
Approaches Jacqueline uses for online counselling
Jacqueline commonly uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy when working with anxious thoughts and unhelpful behaviour patterns. ACT focuses on clarifying values and choosing actions that fit those values, which can help when big feelings get in the way of everyday life. CBT looks at the links between thoughts, feelings and behaviours and offers practical steps to test and change patterns that cause distress.She also draws on Attachment-Based ideas to look at relationship patterns and how early experiences shape current reactions. That approach can help when someone wants to understand why certain relationships trigger strong emotions or avoidant responses. The therapist works collaboratively to find which mix of approaches fits best for each person, discussing goals and preferences before trying techniques.
The biography does not list specific session formats, so please confirm the exact online options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit counselling into a busy week, reduce travel time and allow shorter check-ins when needed. Some people find not being in an office helps them try different ways of working, while others prefer longer sessions to go deeper. Jacqueline will discuss practical arrangements and tailor how she works to fit your schedule.
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Experience
4+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she help with?
She helps people with stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief and loss, and a range of related concerns such as sleep, eating and addiction issues.
What is her therapeutic style?
She combines Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Attachment-Based and Client-Centred approaches with mindfulness and occasional creative work.
How long has she been practising?
She has four years of professional experience working as a counsellor in the United Kingdom.
Which professional body is she a member of?
She is a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, shown as BACP.
Can sessions be conducted in other languages?
Sessions are offered in English.
What session formats does she offer?
The original biography does not list specific session formats. Please confirm current session options before booking.
How are sessions paid for?
Sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time and costs vary with location.
How do I begin working with her?
Begin by selecting the See online counselling options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule a first session.
Details come from information the counsellor supplied to BetterHelp. A membership or registration can be checked on the professional body's own register.
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