Jessica Reynolds

I currently have availability for new clients. I offer in-person and online counselling sessions on:

• Tuesday: 9:30am – 5:30pm

• Thursday: 9:30am – 5:30pm

• Friday: 9:30am – 12:30pm

I also offer a limited number of evening appointments on Tuesdays and Thursdays between 6:30pm and 8:30pm, subject to availability. 

All evening appointments are online only, delivered via Microsoft Teams or telephone.

I know what it's like to be the person looking for support, rather than the person offering it. Sometimes you don't need someone to tell you what you should do. You need someone who genuinely wants to understand what it's like to be you. That's a big part of why I work the way I do.

I'm not interested in sitting behind a professional mask, nodding in the right places or reaching for a technique simply because a textbook says it should come next. I'm a human being sitting with another human being. I bring my training and experience, but also my curiosity, honesty and genuine interest in understanding the person in front of me.

I know life can be complicated, that our bodies and emotions don't always behave as we would like them to, and that sometimes we become incredibly good at carrying things that are actually very heavy. I don't expect you to arrive with a neat explanation of what's wrong.

Research consistently shows that the relationship between counsellor and client is an important part of successful therapy. That isn't just something I learned in my training, it's something I genuinely believe in.

I don't see counselling as me sitting quietly while you do all the work. I'll listen, but I'll also be alongside you in the conversation, asking questions, reflecting things back and helping you notice things you may not have considered before. Sometimes another person can help us see what we have become too close to see ourselves.

You don't need to have everything figured out before you come through the door. That's part of the reason I'm here. Together, we can begin to make sense of what you're experiencing.

I work with adults experiencing anxiety, grief and bereavement, chronic pain and long-term illness, alongside a wider range of emotional and life challenges. I offer a free 15-minute discovery call so we can talk about what you're looking for and whether working together feels right.

I work under my private practice, Reynolds Counselling and Wellness, which was created to offer a calm, thoughtful and compassionate space for therapy and wellbeing. 

My counselling work takes place in Chichester town centre in a modern building designed to feel safe, welcoming and comfortable. The space is newly built and thoughtfully designed, with light, quiet rooms that are clean, warm and peaceful. Each room offers a private and confidential environment where you can take time for yourself, away from the busyness of everyday life. Many clients describe the space as grounding, somewhere they can begin to settle and feel at ease.

Sessions are 50 minutes in length and cost £65, whether you choose to attend in person or online. Whether you are new to therapy or returning after time away, my aim is for the space to feel supportive, respectful and held with care. For your first session, you can choose an optional 90-minute initial assessment session for £100 if you would prefer a little more time when we begin working together.

I also offer a concessionary rate of £55 per 50-minute session for students and key workers who may benefit from a reduced fee. This rate is currently available for online counselling only and does not apply to in-person sessions.

You are warmly invited to explore my website to learn more about my approach, values and the wider work offered through Reynolds Counselling and Wellness: https://www.reynoldscounselling.co.uk/

I offer a free 15-minute discovery call to give you the opportunity to decide whether working with me feels right for you. This call is non-obligatory and can be arranged by getting in touch directly or via my website. The discovery call is a required first step before beginning counselling with me.

During the discovery call, we can briefly explore what has brought you to counselling, what you hope to gain from therapy and how I work as a counsellor. You are welcome to ask any questions you may have. 

If you decide to proceed, your first counselling session will provide space to explore your experiences in more depth and to begin building a therapeutic relationship at a pace that feels comfortable for you. During this session, we will also go through the counselling contract and working agreement together, ensuring clarity around boundaries, confidentiality and how we will work together.

An assessment is also completed collaboratively within the first session to support a safe and ethical start to counselling. This allows me to understand your needs, ensure that counselling is appropriate and discuss any recommendations or next steps where necessary.