About Me

Hello, I’m Jonathon.

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I’m a qualified psychodynamic counsellor and a Registered Member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (MBACP).

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I understand that deciding to speak to a counsellor can feel like a significant step. You may know exactly what you want help with, or you may simply have a sense that something does not feel right. Either way, we can begin wherever you are.

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My approach is calm, thoughtful and relational. I offer a confidential space where you can talk openly, at your own pace, and begin to make sense of what feels difficult. This might include anxiety, low mood, grief, relationship difficulties, self-doubt, or familiar patterns that seem to keep repeating.

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Psychodynamic counselling considers how earlier experiences and relationships may continue to affect the way you feel, relate to others and understand yourself today. This does not mean that we will only talk about the past. We will think together about whatever feels important to you now.

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I offer face-to-face counselling for adults in Witham and Chelmsford, as well as online counselling throughout the UK. I work within the BACP Ethical Framework and attend regular clinical supervision.

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How I work

I do not see counselling or therapy as advice-giving or quick fixing. Instead, I offer a regular space where we can think together about what is happening for you, including thoughts and feelings that may be hard to put into words. My work is open-ended rather than limited to a fixed number of sessions. This gives us time to think together at a pace that feels right for you. We can continue for as long as the sessions feel useful, with space to review how counselling is feeling and what you are getting from it.

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Some people come to counselling with something very specific they want to explore. Others arrive with a more general sense of feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure why things feel difficult. There is no expectation that you need to arrive knowing exactly what you want to say or where to begin

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My work is informed by psychodynamic thinking, which pays attention to patterns, relationships, emotions, and the meaning behind what may be repeated in your life. Over time, this can help you develop a deeper understanding of yourself and the way you relate to others.

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Neurodivergence

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I have a particular interest in neurodivergence. I live in a neurodivergent household and have undertaken training in this area, which has given me a personal and professional awareness of some of the challenges neurodivergent people and their families may face. These may include masking, feeling misunderstood, sensory or communication differences, and the pressure of trying to manage in environments that do not always feel accommodating.

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I do not offer diagnostic assessments, but I aim to offer a respectful, thoughtful and non-judgemental space where these experiences can be explored.

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​What I can help with​

You may be looking for counselling because of:

• Anxiety or stress

• Low mood

• Grief, loss or change

• Relationship difficulties

• Low self-esteem or self-doubt

• Family difficulties

• Work-related stress

• Feeling stuck or overwhelmed

• Repeated patterns in relationships or life choices

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

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If you would like to continue, we can then arrange a free 50-minute initial consultation, which can take place face to face, online or by telephone.

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​Jonathon Berg (MBACP)

Registered Member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (MBACP), registration number 420934

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