Jillian Whitham, BACP

Jillian Whitham is a counsellor who uses a person-centred style to help people manage worry and relationship strain. She lists stress, anxiety, low self-esteem and depression among her core concerns. Jillian offers a calm, non-judgemental presence and encourages people to take the first steps toward change. She draws on Client-Centred Therapy to place the person’s experience at the heart of sessions. That means listening closely and reflecting what matters to each individual, so they feel heard and clearer about next steps. Jillian also uses ideas from Existential Therapy to help people consider values, choice and meaning when life feels uncertain. Her practical focus includes coping with life changes, grief and sleep difficulties as well as career worries and ADHD-related challenges. She also supports people dealing with relationship issues such as communication problems, infidelity and separation, and with concerns about abandonment or attachment. With four years of professional experience and registration with the BACP, Jillian aims to make conversations straightforward and useful. She keeps language simple and avoids jargon so people can apply insights between sessions. People can expect a warm, respectful space to talk through painful feelings or confusing decisions. Jillian encourages small, manageable steps and works collaboratively to build realistic ways forward. If someone wants to explore how life feels and what could change, she helps them plan that work together.

How Jillian’s approaches translate to online work

Client-Centred Therapy focuses on listening without judgement and helping the person find their own answers. It is useful for anxiety, low self-esteem and relationship conversations because it centres the person's view and priorities.

Existential Therapy looks at questions of meaning, choice and responsibility. It can help when people are facing big life changes, feelings of emptiness, or uncertainty about direction.

Finding the right approach is part of the work together. The counsellor will discuss what feels most helpful based on a person's goals, history and preferences. This is a collaborative process and decisions about methods are reviewed as progress is made.

If you are considering online therapy, check the available session options before you book. The practical benefits often include fitting sessions into a busy day, avoiding travel time and keeping appointments in familiar surroundings. Online work can also make it easier to maintain continuity during job changes, relocation or other life transitions. Confirm the specific session formats offered for this counsellor when you arrange your first appointment.