BACP

Jean Van Slyke, BACP

Therapist in the UK

Jean is a BACP therapist in the UK.

8+ years of experience
Focus areas include Stress, Anxiety, Addictions
Approaches include Client-Centered Therapy, Existential Therapy

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About Jean

Jean Van Slyke is a United Kingdom based therapist with eight years of professional experience supporting people through stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma, grief, and a wide range of life challenges. She works collaboratively to create an open, nonjudgmental space where thoughts and feelings can be explored at a comfortable pace, helping clients to build clarity and practical coping skills.

Jean’s practice covers relationship and family concerns, intimacy and parenting difficulties, mood and self-esteem struggles, and complex issues such as bipolar disorder and co-morbidity. She also offers focused support for eating and sleeping problems, anger, compassion fatigue, and challenges related to adoption, attachment, aging, chronic illness, and neurodiversity. Her approach is adaptable so that people seeking relief from present symptoms or wanting to work through longer standing patterns can find a good fit.

Jean is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP), the professional body for counsellors and psychotherapists in the UK. She meets people where they are and aims to make the first step into therapy as straightforward and encouraging as possible, recognising the courage it can take to begin.

Areas of expertise

Experience

8+ years

Credentials

BACP

Languages

English

Focus areas

Stress, Anxiety Addictions Trauma and abuse Grief Depression LGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflicts

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Intimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemBipolar disorderCoping with life changes Compassion fatigue

Approaches

Client-Centered Therapy Existential Therapy Motivational Interviewing Solution-Focused Therapy

Also listed for

Abandonment Adoption and foster care Aging and geriatric issues Attachment issues Autism and Asperger Syndrome Avoidant personality

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Blended family issues Body image Cancer Chronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependency Commitment issues Communication problems Control issues Coping with natural or human-caused disaster Dependent personality Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)Dissociation Divorce and separation Domestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issues Fertility issues First responder issues Forgiveness Gender dysphoria Guilt and shame HIV / AIDS Hoarding Hospice and end-of-life counseling Infidelity Isolation / loneliness Jealousy Life purpose Midlife crisis Narcissism Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD Panic disorder and panic attacks Paranoia Personality disorders Phobias Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships Postpartum depression Post-traumatic stress Pregnancy and childbirth Prejudice and discrimination Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Self-harm Self-love Sexual assault and abuse Sexuality Smoking / vaping cessation Social anxiety and phobia Women's issues Young adult issues

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Support

Jean draws on client-centered therapy and motivational interviewing alongside solution-focused techniques to tailor support to each person’s needs. Client-centered therapy emphasizes empathy, active listening, and working at the client’s own pace to explore feelings and values - it is helpful for building self-understanding and emotional resilience. Motivational interviewing concentrates on supporting people who want to change behaviours, helping them explore ambivalence and strengthen their own motivation, which is useful for addictions and lifestyle changes. Solution-focused therapy is practical and goal-oriented, concentrating on small, achievable steps and what is already working well in a person’s life.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process and Jean works collaboratively with clients to identify which methods suit their goals, preferences, and current circumstances. She adapts her style over time so that therapy remains relevant and effective for the individual.

Online therapy options include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, offering flexibility to fit sessions around work, family, and other commitments. These formats make it easier to access registered professionals from different locations and to continue care when in-person meetings are difficult, while still allowing for meaningful therapeutic work and practical problem solving.

Frequently asked questions

How much experience does Jean Van Slyke have?

Jean Van Slyke has eight years of professional experience working with a range of mental health and relationship concerns.

Is Jean Van Slyke a registered therapist?

Yes. She holds the BACP credential, which is the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, a professional organisation for counsellors and psychotherapists in the UK.

In which languages does Jean Van Slyke provide therapy?

Jean provides therapy in English.

Where is Jean Van Slyke located?

Jean is located in the United Kingdom.

How can I work with Jean Van Slyke as my therapist?

You can work with Jean Van Slyke through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Jean Van Slyke work with international clients?

Yes, Jean Van Slyke works with international clients.

How much does therapy with Jean Van Slyke cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be cancelled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.