Jack English, BACP, NCPS

Jack English is a straight-talking, person-centred counsellor who brings practical, down-to-earth support to people navigating difficult life challenges. He draws on ten years of service in the British Army, including frontline deployments with the Desert Rats, an experience that shaped his resilience and commitment to helping others rebuild a sense of purpose and direction.

He holds a BA (Hons) and is recognised by professional bodies with BACP and NCPS credentials. Over the course of his career he has worked with a wide range of people, from veterans adjusting to civilian life to young people moving through the care system. His guiding principle is simple - the client leads the work and he walks alongside them without jargon or judgement.

Jack specialises in addressing stress, anxiety, anger, self-esteem and depression, as well as relationship and family difficulties, trauma and abuse, grief, addictions, and challenges around parenting and career. He also focuses on issues such as abandonment, communication problems, control issues, and isolation, offering support for both practical coping and emotional recovery.

He emphasises honest, straightforward dialogue and collaborative problem solving, helping clients uncover strengths and regain confidence so they can move forward on their own terms. Jack respects the courage it takes to seek help and aims to create a supportive space where change can begin.

Therapeutic approaches and online support with Jack English

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on creating a supportive, non-judgmental relationship where the client sets the pace and priorities. This approach helps people who need space to explore feelings, rebuild self-worth, or regain a sense of control after difficult experiences.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) offers practical techniques to identify and shift unhelpful thoughts and behaviours. It is particularly useful for managing anxiety, low mood, anger, and stress by building concrete skills for day-to-day coping.

Solution-Focused Therapy concentrates on identifying strengths and small, achievable steps toward change. It can be effective for clients seeking clear goals and faster progress on issues like motivation, relationship problems, or practical life changes.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Jack will work with each person to understand needs, goals, and preferences and then tailor or combine methods to suit the individual. This collaborative stance helps ensure therapy feels relevant and respectful to the client’s priorities.

Online therapy offers flexible ways to work together through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit sessions into busy lives, access support from different locations, and maintain continuity of care despite scheduling challenges.