Jonathan Wilkes, BACP
Integrative counsellor for change and healing
- Stress and anxiety support
- Trauma and relationship work
- Online and face-to-face
About Jonathan Wilkes
Jonathan Wilkes is an integrative psychosynthesis counsellor based in central Bristol, United Kingdom, who offers both online and face-to-face work. He has four years of experience working with clients in counselling and psychotherapeutic settings and brings many additional years of experience supporting adults and young people with complex mental health needs and learning difficulties.
He works with a wide range of concerns, including depression, anxiety, anger and rage, loss and grief, relationship difficulties, childhood trauma, self-esteem struggles and feelings of worthlessness, repetitive negative thoughts and behaviours, suicidal feelings and self-harm, eating disorders, emotional dysregulation and borderline personality presentations, major life transitions, and forms of distress connected to societal change such as eco-anxiety. He also attends to issues related to abandonment, attachment, body image, codependency, commitment and communication problems, control issues, dissociation, emptiness, forgiveness, guilt and shame, impulsivity, isolation and loneliness, jealousy, and questions of life purpose.
He aims to create a warm, friendly and accepting atmosphere, listening with attention and care. His work rests on the basic therapeutic principles of empathy, congruence and unconditional acceptance, and he regards the therapeutic relationship as something that grows organically over time through regular weekly sessions. This developing trust often enables deeper honesty and authenticity, allowing clients to explore material they may not have felt safe to share before.
Psychosynthesis is central to his approach, offering an open and adaptable framework. He draws on a range of methods to suit each person, including cognitive and behavioural ideas, existential perspectives, gestalt techniques, breathing and meditation practices, body-based awareness methods, and trauma-informed work. He meets clients where they are and moves at their pace, welcoming the expression and release of emotion as part of the therapeutic process.
His formal qualifications include a Post-Graduate Diploma in Psychosynthesis from the Psychosynthesis Trust in London, a Foundation qualification in Ayurvedic Astrology from the American Institute of Vedic Studies, a Certificate in Regression Therapy from Woolger International, a 500-hour yoga teacher training certificate from Yogasara Academy in Bristol, and a BSc (Hons) in Psychology from the University of the West of England, Bristol. He is also accredited with BACP, the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy. If a person is experiencing any of the issues above, he offers an opportunity to work together toward greater understanding and change.
He works with a wide range of concerns, including depression, anxiety, anger and rage, loss and grief, relationship difficulties, childhood trauma, self-esteem struggles and feelings of worthlessness, repetitive negative thoughts and behaviours, suicidal feelings and self-harm, eating disorders, emotional dysregulation and borderline personality presentations, major life transitions, and forms of distress connected to societal change such as eco-anxiety. He also attends to issues related to abandonment, attachment, body image, codependency, commitment and communication problems, control issues, dissociation, emptiness, forgiveness, guilt and shame, impulsivity, isolation and loneliness, jealousy, and questions of life purpose.
He aims to create a warm, friendly and accepting atmosphere, listening with attention and care. His work rests on the basic therapeutic principles of empathy, congruence and unconditional acceptance, and he regards the therapeutic relationship as something that grows organically over time through regular weekly sessions. This developing trust often enables deeper honesty and authenticity, allowing clients to explore material they may not have felt safe to share before.
Psychosynthesis is central to his approach, offering an open and adaptable framework. He draws on a range of methods to suit each person, including cognitive and behavioural ideas, existential perspectives, gestalt techniques, breathing and meditation practices, body-based awareness methods, and trauma-informed work. He meets clients where they are and moves at their pace, welcoming the expression and release of emotion as part of the therapeutic process.
His formal qualifications include a Post-Graduate Diploma in Psychosynthesis from the Psychosynthesis Trust in London, a Foundation qualification in Ayurvedic Astrology from the American Institute of Vedic Studies, a Certificate in Regression Therapy from Woolger International, a 500-hour yoga teacher training certificate from Yogasara Academy in Bristol, and a BSc (Hons) in Psychology from the University of the West of England, Bristol. He is also accredited with BACP, the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy. If a person is experiencing any of the issues above, he offers an opportunity to work together toward greater understanding and change.
Areas of Expertise
Also Specializes In
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAttachment issuesBody imageCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDissociationEmptinessForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMood disordersPanic disorder and panic attacksPost-traumatic stressProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Self-harmSelf-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaSomatization
Therapeutic Approach
Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Mindfulness Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Somatic Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Jonathan Wilkes have?
Jonathan Wilkes has 4 years of experience working with clients in a counselling and psychotherapeutic context.
Is Jonathan Wilkes a licensed therapist?
Yes. He holds the credential BACP, indicating membership with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy.
In which languages does Jonathan Wilkes provide therapy?
Jonathan Wilkes provides therapy in English.
Where is Jonathan Wilkes located?
He is based in the United Kingdom.
How can I work with Jonathan Wilkes as my therapist?
You can work with Jonathan Wilkes through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Jonathan Wilkes work with international clients?
Yes, Jonathan Wilkes works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Jonathan Wilkes 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 virtual therapy suit your needs?
Many people consider whether connecting with a therapist online might help them address everyday and deeper concerns. For common issues such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, or managing major life changes, online therapy is often an accessible way to get support and work toward practical change.A key advantage is flexibility. Individuals can choose the mode of contact that fits their life - video calls, phone sessions, live chat or in-app messaging - making it easier to keep sessions consistent alongside work, family and other commitments.
Licensed professionals and therapists offer these remote options, and individuals can change therapists if they feel a different fit would be more helpful. For many people, online work provides a convenient route to access therapeutic support while retaining the variety of approaches and skills therapists use in more traditional settings.