- Calm and direct
- Practical steps
- Goal oriented
About Jonathan
Jonathan Smith is a counsellor and a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP). He draws on six years of experience alongside his background in IT and family life to support men navigating stress, anxiety, relationship and parenting concerns. He is approachable and calm, and aims to make the first step into therapy feel manageable and worthwhile.
Clients come to him for help with addictions, trauma and abuse, grief, anger, sleep and eating difficulties, and self-esteem concerns. He also supports people facing career change, intimacy issues, ADHD-related struggles, compassion fatigue and isolation. Jonathan works with LGBT concerns and with those coping with separation, infidelity or communication problems.
His style is straightforward and non-judgemental. He builds a space where people can speak honestly and be heard. Sessions focus on practical steps, clearer thinking and realistic goals rather than jargon or lengthy theory.
Jonathan draws on client-centred ideas to follow the person’s lead, cognitive behavioural therapy to spot unhelpful thinking, and solution-focused tools to move towards change. He uses mindfulness techniques and motivational interviewing when these suit the client’s goals and preferences.
He encourages people to be gentle with themselves while taking action. The emphasis is on small, practical changes that fit into everyday life. Prospective clients should confirm session formats and logistics before booking.
How Jonathan uses therapy online and different approaches
Jonathan combines a few practical approaches to help people make change. Client-Centred Therapy focuses on listening and understanding so the person feels heard and respected; it helps when someone needs space to talk through confusing feelings. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, or CBT, looks at thoughts and habits that keep problems going and teaches ways to change them; it is often used for anxiety, depression and anger.He aims to work with the person to find which approach fits best. That choice is collaborative - goals, preferences and what feels most useful guide the plan. Sessions often blend techniques rather than sticking to a single label, and adjustments are made as progress is reviewed.
If you are considering online work, confirm the session formats available before booking. Many people find that online sessions help fit therapy into a busy week, reduce travel time and make it easier to follow up between appointments. Online options can also allow shorter check-ins or phone-based conversations when that suits a person's routine. Ask about the specific session types offered so you can pick what works best for your day-to-day life.
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Experience
6+ years
Credentials
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Jonathan commonly address?
He supports people with anxiety, depression, addictions, trauma and relationship difficulties. He also helps with parenting, career change, grief, ADHD-related challenges and intimacy issues.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
Jonathan works in a calm, non-judgemental way and focuses on practical steps. He aims to make sessions straightforward and easy to follow.
What is his professional background?
He has six years of counselling experience and a professional background in IT, plus lived family experience that informs his approach.
What credentials and location are listed?
He is a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and practises in the United Kingdom.
Which languages can sessions be held in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with him?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How are fees and payments handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
What is the first step to begin therapy?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.