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Jackie Chester, BACP

Client-centered therapist for stress and addiction
  • Stress and anxiety support
  • Addiction and trauma care
  • Self esteem and motivation

About Jackie Chester

Jackie Chester is a UK-licensed therapist with 17 years of professional experience who specializes in supporting people through stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, and challenges around motivation, self-esteem, and confidence. She blends a client-centered approach with a compassionate presence to help individuals explore difficult thoughts and feelings and to build practical coping strategies that fit their lives.

Working with Jackie means entering an open, nonjudgmental space where personal experiences can be voiced and examined at a comfortable pace. She places emphasis on collaboration, helping clients set goals and discover strengths while addressing barriers to progress such as low confidence or patterns that maintain distress.

Jackie holds the BACP credential, which stands for the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, and she applies her training to create a thoughtful and responsive therapeutic partnership. She acknowledges that taking the first step into therapy requires courage and offers steady support for people beginning that process.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, AnxietyAddictionsTrauma and abuseSelf esteemDepression

Also Specializes In

Relationship issuesGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersAnger managementBipolar disorderCoping with life changes

Additional Focus Areas

Body imageCo-morbidityCodependencyDependent personalityDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionGuilt and shameHoardingImpulsivityVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMood disordersObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPhobiasPost-traumatic stressProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Self-harmSocial anxiety and phobia

Therapeutic Approach

Client-Centered Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Jackie Chester have?

Jackie Chester has 17 years of professional experience.

Is Jackie Chester a licensed therapist?

Yes. Jackie Chester holds the BACP credential, which is the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy.

In which languages does Jackie Chester provide therapy?

Jackie Chester provides therapy in English.

Where is Jackie Chester located?

Jackie Chester is located in the United Kingdom.

How can I work with Jackie Chester as my therapist?

You can work with Jackie Chester through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Jackie Chester work with international clients?

Yes, Jackie Chester works with international clients.

How much does therapy with Jackie Chester cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Could Remote Therapy Be a Good Fit?

Many people ask whether remote therapy can make a meaningful difference. For many common concerns - including stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, and navigating life changes - online therapy is often as effective as traditional in-person sessions.

One major benefit is flexibility. People can choose the way of connecting that feels most comfortable, whether through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or in-app messaging. This flexibility can make it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules and to maintain consistency during periods of change.

Therapists who offer remote sessions are licensed professionals, and clients have the option to request a different therapist if they feel a different fit would be better. Remote therapy can be a practical, accessible way to get professional support while preserving the structure and collaborative nature of traditional therapy.

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