Elaine Jiggins

I currently have availability on the following days

Mondays 9am-6pm

Tuesdays 9am-9pm

Wednesdays 9am-6pm

Thursdays 9am-9pm

As an integrative counsellor, I draw on a range of therapeutic approaches so that our work together can meet you as an individual — because no two people are the same. My style is warm, compassionate and non-judgemental, offering a space where you can explore what’s happening for you at your own pace.

Sometimes this might involve talking things through and gently making sense of what you’re experiencing. At other times, you may find that creative or more reflective ways of working help you express and explore your inner world. However we work, we will do so collaboratively, in a way that feels right and supportive for you.

Together, we can look at the challenges you’re facing, explore how they impact you, and work towards greater self-understanding, acceptance and growth.

I work from a private, confidential therapy room in my garden in Witham, Essex. I’ve created the space to feel warm, calm and comfortable — somewhere you can take a breath, settle in, and feel at ease as we talk.

My practice is within easy reach of Wickham Bishops, Maldon, Heybridge, Great Totham, Hatfield Peverel, Nounsley, Terling, Kelvedon and Rivenhall, making it accessible for people from the surrounding areas.

If travelling isn’t ideal for you, I also offer online sessions via Zoom. This can give you more flexibility and the option to work together from the comfort of your own home.

I currently work with adult individuals (18+). Sessions last 50 minutes, cost £50, and usually take place weekly. I offer both short-term and longer-term therapy, depending on what feels most supportive for you.

The first session is a little different. I offer this as a double session (around 1 hour 40 minutes) because there’s often a lot to talk through when you’re first starting counselling, and it’s important to have the time and space to share what brings you here. During this session, we’ll also begin to complete our client contract — a simple agreement that outlines how we’ll work together and what you can expect from me as your counsellor.

This initial session is also a chance for you to get a feel for how I work and to see whether you feel if I'm the right person for you. You’ll only be charged for one standard session (£50), as the first 50 minutes are free.

If you’d like to book a block of sessions, I offer a 10% discount when booking six sessions together. I also have a limited number of concessionary spaces available for those on a low income — please feel free to contact me if you’d like to discuss this.