Counsellor profile
Jean Briscoe, BACP
Counsellor - trauma and long-term conditions
See online counselling options- Client-centred talking
- CBT techniques
- Solution-focused work
About Jean
Counsellor Jean Briscoe is a member of the British Association for Counsellors and Psychotherapists (BACP) with 20 years' experience. She works in the United Kingdom and focuses on stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, anger and depression among other concerns. Sessions address practical problems and emotional responses rather than labels.
Jean has worked across the NHS, private practice and employee assistance programmes. Much of her work has involved trauma related to amputation, long-term conditions such as Multiple Sclerosis, and neurodiversity including ADHD and autism. She also has experience with body image, chronic illness and LGBT issues.
Her main methods are client-centred talking, cognitive behavioural therapy and solution-focused work. She aims to listen without judgement and to help people find ways to change patterns that cause distress. Sessions move at a pace set by the person attending.
Jean often supports people navigating life changes, parenting strain, relationship and intimacy concerns, and career or self-esteem difficulties. She also works with issues around abandonment, adoption and blended family arrangements. Practical coping strategies are part of the work alongside exploring feelings.
Her practice includes work with people affected by chronic pain, cancer, caregiving stress and co-morbidity. She combines conversation, problem-solving and simple mindfulness where useful. People should expect straightforward, professional conversations about what is causing difficulty and what might help.
To begin, people are invited to complete a short matching questionnaire and book an initial session. The process aims to find what fits the person's needs and preferences before planning further sessions.
How Jean uses common approaches in online counselling
Client-centred work focuses on listening and reflecting. The counsellor follows the person’s lead and helps them make sense of their feelings and choices. This approach suits people who want a space to talk things through and be heard. Cognitive behavioural therapy looks at links between thoughts, feelings and actions. It often includes simple exercises to test unhelpful thoughts and try different behaviours. This can help with anxiety, low mood and some patterns that cause distress. Emotionally-Focused Therapy helps people notice and name strong emotions and how they shape relationships. It can be useful for intimacy and relationship worries by helping to change interactions over time. Finding the right approach is part of the work. Jean will discuss your needs, goals and preferences and decide together which methods to try. The plan can change as understanding deepens and new priorities emerge. Session practicalities should be confirmed before booking because formats are not listed in the original biography. Ask which session types are offered and how they fit into your day. Online sessions can make it easier to fit counselling around work, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed.Areas of expertise
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Experience
20+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she help with?
Jean works with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, anger and depression. She also supports people with relationship, intimacy, eating, parenting and career concerns.
What is her way of working in sessions?
She uses client-centred talking alongside cognitive behavioural techniques and solution-focused approaches. The work combines listening, practical strategies and some mindfulness when helpful.
How much experience does she have?
Jean has 20 years' experience working in the NHS, private practice and employee assistance programmes. Much of that time has included trauma and long-term health conditions.
Which professional body is she a member of?
She is a member of the British Association for Counsellors and Psychotherapists, listed as BACP.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English. International clients are accepted.
What session formats are available?
The original biography does not specify session formats. 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.
How do I start working with her?
Select the See online counselling options button, complete a short matching questionnaire and 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.
Online counselling is not emergency care. In an emergency call 999, or see the help numbers.