Jane SheppardBACP

Jane Sheppard is a counsellor who helps people manage stress, anxiety, relationship strain, trauma and abuse, and low self-esteem. She works with clients who are also facing career pressures and related life changes. Jane holds BACP accreditation and has four years of practice in the United Kingdom.

She offers a calm and non-judgemental space where people can talk through what feels hard right now. Sessions focus on practical steps and clearer thinking, not on medical labels. Jane listens and reflects back what matters to each person so they can make small, steady changes.

Her approach blends Attachment-Based ideas, client-centred listening, cognitive behavioural tools and trauma-focused methods. That mix lets her tailor sessions to what a person needs most. Sometimes the work is about spotting unhelpful thinking, and sometimes it is about understanding patterns from past relationships.

Jane also draws on solution-focused techniques to set short-term goals and check progress between sessions. She aims to build practical coping strategies that fit everyday life, such as stress management and communication skills. The work is collaborative and paced to the individual.

People who have experienced abandonment, attachment difficulties, domestic violence, or substance-related problems can bring those issues into sessions. Jane is experienced supporting people through separation, bereavement and the emotional effects of complex family situations. She uses clear language and keeps the focus on what helps now and next.

How these approaches work online and in sessions

Attachment-Based Therapy looks at how early relationships shape current feelings and expectations. It can help when people find themselves repeating the same patterns in relationships or feeling uneasy about closeness.

Client-Centred Therapy focuses on listening and understanding without judgement. The aim is to help people find their own pace and make choices that feel right for them.

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, or CBT, teaches practical ways to notice and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviours. It is often used for anxiety, stress and low mood with clear strategies to try between meetings.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will discuss options and decide together what fits the person's goals, needs and preferences. That collaborative planning may shift over time as new priorities emerge.

Please confirm the exact session formats before booking, as these are not listed here. Online therapy can help fit support around busy days, reduce travel time and make it easier to attend from elsewhere in the UK. It also allows for shorter check-ins or sessions that suit a work break or caring responsibilities, depending on the available formats.