Jonathon Berg

You may be feeling anxious, low, overwhelmed or stuck, or perhaps you are unsure why the same patterns seem to keep repeating in your relationships or in the way you feel about yourself. You do not need to have everything worked out before coming to counselling.

I am a qualified psychodynamic counsellor and a Registered Member of the BACP (MBACP). I work with adults and offer a calm, thoughtful and confidential space where you can talk openly and at your own pace.

My approach is psychodynamic. This means we can think together about what is happening in your life now while also being curious about how earlier experiences and relationships may still influence the way you feel, respond to others and see yourself. This does not mean focusing only on the past; it is about noticing links and patterns that may help you understand yourself more deeply.

I do not see counselling as advice-giving or quick fixing. My role is to listen carefully, think with you and help you explore what may be happening beneath the surface.

I work with difficulties including anxiety, low mood, grief and loss, relationship problems, self-esteem, work stress, family difficulties and feeling overwhelmed or stuck. I also have a particular interest in neurodivergence.

I offer individual counselling for adults face to face in Witham and Chelmsford, as well as online across the UK.

Sessions last 50 minutes and usually take place weekly, providing a regular and reliable space that is yours. My work is open-ended rather than limited to a fixed number of sessions, so we do not need to decide at the beginning how long counselling will last. We can review the work together as we go and continue for as long as it feels useful.

You can bring whatever feels important. Some people come with a clear difficulty they want to understand; others have a more general sense that something is not quite right. There is no expectation that you will know exactly what to say.

Psychodynamic counselling pays attention to emotions, relationships and patterns that may repeat, sometimes outside our awareness. Over time, becoming more aware of these patterns can help you understand yourself and your relationships differently.

My approach is warm, non-judgemental and collaborative. I work within the BACP Ethical Framework and attend regular clinical supervision.

I also welcome clients who wish to explore experiences connected with neurodivergence, including masking, overwhelm, feeling misunderstood or different. I do not offer diagnostic assessments.

Before arranging a first assessment, I offer a free 15-minute introductory chat, either online or by telephone. This is informal and gives you an opportunity to tell me a little about what has brought you to counselling, ask questions and get a sense of whether you would feel comfortable talking with me.

If you would like to continue, I offer a free 50-minute initial assessment. This can take place face to face in Witham or Chelmsford, online, or by telephone.

The assessment is a little different from an ongoing counselling session. I will invite you to talk about what is bringing you to counselling now, what you hope might be different, and relevant aspects of your current situation and history. I may also ask about previous counselling or mental health support, medication or health matters where relevant, and any current safety or safeguarding concerns.

You do not need to prepare anything and there is no pressure to talk about more than you feel able to share.

The assessment also gives me a chance to explain how I work, including confidentiality and the practical arrangements for counselling, and gives us both time to consider whether working together feels right. There is no obligation to continue.

If we agree to work together, ongoing sessions are normally weekly, last 50 minutes