- Person-centred approach
- Practical coping skills
- Men's wellbeing focus
About Jake
Jake McGee is a counsellor who uses a person-centred approach to help people find clearer thinking and greater resilience. He works in ways that aim to boost motivation, self-esteem and confidence. He writes plainly and focuses on practical steps that people can use between sessions.
He has five years of professional experience, including work in addiction therapy at a residential treatment centre. His background also includes LGBT-focused counselling and supporting survivors of sexual abuse. He is currently completing a Level 5 diploma in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, so some CBT techniques may be offered alongside his person-centred style.
Sessions are built around respectful, sensitive conversations. Jake tailors the pace and topics to each person’s needs and priorities. That can mean setting short goals, practising new ways of coping, or looking at patterns that keep causing the same problems.
He helps with a wide range of concerns such as anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, addictions and process addictions like gambling or problematic pornography use. Jake also works with issues around intimacy, sexuality, grief, anger, ADHD and job-related stress or career questions.
People can expect a straightforward, collaborative way of working. Jake uses motivational interviewing and solution-focused ideas when they fit the goal. He encourages small, practical changes that add up over time.
How Jake’s approaches translate to online therapy
Client-centred therapy focuses on genuine listening and building a trusting conversation. Online sessions can use that same style by giving space to what matters most and responding to the individual's pace and priorities. This approach suits people who want a supportive, non-judgemental space to talk about difficult issues.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, taught at Level 5 diploma stage, offers practical tools to change unhelpful thoughts and behaviour. Online work can include simple exercises, thought records or behavioural experiments that a person practices between sessions to reduce anxiety or low mood.
Motivational interviewing helps people find their own reasons to change. It is useful for addictions and for boosting motivation around smoking or vaping cessation, exercise habits or other process behaviours. Online conversations can focus on small, achievable steps and on strengthening commitment to those changes.
Choosing the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will discuss options and agree a plan based on the person’s goals and preferences, so the method can shift if something else seems a better fit. This is a collaborative process where the client helps shape the focus and pace.
The biography did not list specific session formats, so please confirm available online or in-person options before booking. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, reduce travel time, or allow shorter check-ins when time is limited.
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Experience
5+ years
Credentials
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does Jake address?
He supports people with addictions, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, and process addictions such as gambling or problematic pornography use. He also works with issues like self-esteem, intimacy, sexuality and men's wellbeing.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
He primarily uses a person-centred approach, offering a respectful and collaborative conversation. He also draws on motivational interviewing and solution-focused techniques to set practical goals.
What experience does he bring to sessions?
He has five years of professional experience, including work in a residential addiction treatment centre and counselling for LGBT people and survivors of sexual abuse.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He holds BACP accreditation and practices in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English and he accepts clients from outside the UK.
What session formats are available?
The original biography does not list specific session formats, so please confirm current session options with the service before booking.
How are fees handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions are provided through a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin if I want to work with him?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.