- Person-centred approach
- Solution-focused work
- Life purpose focus
About Jacob
Jacob Mason is a BACP-registered counsellor and person-centred psychotherapist practising in the United Kingdom with three years of experience. He helps people who are feeling stuck with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, relationship and intimacy-related concerns, and questions about life purpose. He also supports people dealing with LGBT issues, gender dysphoria, bipolar disorder, compassion fatigue and other co-occurring difficulties.
Jacob works in a person-centred way that keeps the client's perspective at the centre. He aims to be non-directive and tries to listen without judgement. Sessions are a place to talk through feelings, sort priorities and consider small steps forward rather than being told what to do.
He also uses solution-focused methods alongside person-centred practice. That means conversations can move from understanding problems to identifying practical, short-term changes people want to try. These techniques are often used for issues like motivation, commitment problems, money worries and process-related behaviours.
Clients can expect straightforward conversation about what matters now and what may come next. Jacob pays attention to how different problems interact, such as relationship strain with work stress or grief combined with isolation. He encourages people to notice what already works in their lives and to build from there.
Because his work emphasises collaboration, Jacob helps clients set realistic goals and reviews progress as therapy continues. People who come with career questions, low self-esteem or difficulty coping with life changes can explore options at a pace that feels manageable.
How his approaches are used in online sessions
Jacob combines person-centred methods with solution-focused work in sessions. Person-centred therapy means the conversation centres on the client’s perspective, with the counsellor listening and reflecting to help clarify feelings and priorities. This approach can suit people dealing with grief, identity questions, low self-esteem or ongoing emotional distress.Solution-focused therapy concentrates on practical change across a few sessions. It helps to identify specific, manageable goals and experiments to try between meetings. People often use it for motivation, career decisions, communication problems and process-related behaviours where small steps give useful feedback.
Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the work. Jacob will talk with each person about their needs and preferences and agree a way forward together. That collaborative decision helps shape whether sessions focus more on listening and understanding or on short-term tasks and plans.
The practical benefits of online work can include easier fitting of sessions into a week and fewer travel demands, which helps when balancing work or family commitments. If you need clarification about which session formats are offered, confirm the current options before booking. Registered or accredited professionals can adapt these approaches to suit quieter surroundings, shorter check-ins or sessions that focus on planning and problem-solving.
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Experience
3+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does he help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, grief and life purpose questions, plus relationship and intimacy-related issues.
How does he approach someone who feels stuck?
He uses a person-centred style to listen without directing, and adds solution-focused techniques to identify practical next steps.
What experience does he have?
He has three years of professional experience working as a counsellor and person-centred psychotherapist in the United Kingdom.
What credentials and location are listed?
He is registered with the BACP and practices in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does he work with international clients?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are sessions paid for?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the crisis numbers.