Jacqui Pearse

I'm a chartered counselling psychologist based in central Bath, offering integrative psychotherapy and a range of psychological therapies (including CBT, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Compassion Focused Therapy) to adults and young people aged 16+. I also provide couple therapy, and supervision for integrative therapists.

During the coronavirus pandemic, I'm working online (using Zoom) instead of the usual 'in person' sessions until further notice.  

I work with a wide range of difficulties, including anxiety (generalised anxiety disorder, health anxiety and social anxiety), panic disorder, OCD, trauma, eating disorders and depression.  I have particular interests in working with relationship difficulties; issues with identity or sense of self (including relating to neurodiversity/autism spectrum); and the long-term effects of emotional abuse, neglect or trauma in childhood.

Very often, though, people come to therapy with a general sense that life isn't quite right, rather than a specific issue: perhaps you might be feeling a bit empty or lost, or generally overwhelmed by the demands of your life. I provide a warm and supportive environment in which we can explore whatever is concerning you, and help you identify new perspectives and possibilities.

In addition to my private practice, I have experience of working in a variety of therapy and psychology services, including:  a NHS secondary mental health service and specialist eating disorder unit; a hospital pain clinic; an occupational health service and a university counselling service.