Jennifer Berry

I currently have availability on Mondays, during the day, and Tuesday evenings

Do you ever lie awake at night, stuck in a loop of overthinking, getting nowhere except convincing yourself that you are failing at life? Do you find yourself procrastinating everything, avoiding all the things that make you feel scared and overwhelmed, but still end up feeling rubbish anyway? Do you worry that anxiety and low self-esteem are holding you back, keeping you small, stopping you from being the person you really want to be?

I work helping people who feel this way- judging themselves, feeling like nothing they ever do is good enough, comparing themselves to others- and bullying themselves into doing better, and feeling better.

But guess what- bullying yourself never works!I have nearly a decade's worth of experience working with adults and young people who feel scared, overwhelmed and anxious, and have helped them discover that self-compassion and understanding are so more much effective than shame and self-hatred.

I completed my MSc in Counselling and Psychotherapy in 2019. My core training is in something called person centred therapy- a non-directive type of therapy that puts your needs first; you're the 'expert' in you, so you're in charge! I have completed additional training in child and adolescent mental health and compassion-focused therapy, as well as lots of continued professional development on a range of mental health topics, including ADHD and autism. 

Alongside my private practice work, I have worked in a variety of settings and I currently run the counselling service at a large sixth form college. So believe me when I say I've seen it all- I'm totally un-shockable! And most importantly, completely non-judgemental.

On a personal note, I have experienced periods of anxiety and depression since I was a teenager; I know how difficult it can be, because I've been there. I know how intimidating reaching out for support can feel, and making you feel comfortable is my top priority.

As a busy working mum, I also know that life can be messy! I can't promise you a perfect, stress free life (sorry). But I can help you navigate the ups and downs, so you feel equipped and empowered to deal with whatever life may throw at you.