- Stress and anxiety
- Trauma and abuse
- Life purpose
About Jessica
Jessica Farley is a BACP counsellor based in the United Kingdom with three years of experience. She works with people facing stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, depression and coping with life changes. Her profile also notes support for issues such as abandonment, attachment, body image, panic attacks and questions about life purpose.
She has experience working across charities and the private sector, and has worked with survivors of rape and sexual assault. In sessions she treats people as individuals rather than a diagnosis and aims to respond to their personal history and current difficulties. Conversations are grounded and practical, focusing on what is causing strain now and what might help in everyday life.
Her background includes work with trauma and bereavement, so she is used to discussing painful events at a careful pace. She pays attention to patterns that affect relationships, communication and control, and to emotional responses such as guilt, shame or impulsivity. That attention can help people make clearer decisions about work, relationships and money.
Approach in the room tends to be evidence informed and direct. Sessions typically involve talking through thoughts and feelings, identifying unhelpful patterns, and trying different ways of responding to difficult moments. The counsellor and client work together to set goals and check progress.
Sessions are conducted in English and are arranged through an online matching and booking process. Fees vary by location and use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time. To begin, people complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session.
Therapeutic techniques and how they work online
Two evidence-based approaches are commonly used in this counsellor's work. One approach focuses on talking therapies that help people spot unhelpful thought patterns and practise different ways of reacting to stress or panic. This is useful for anxiety, depression and panic attacks because it targets thinking and behaviour that keep problems going.A trauma-focused approach is also used to support people who have experienced abuse or sexual assault. That work proceeds at a careful pace and concentrates on reducing the hold painful memories have on day-to-day life and on building practical coping strategies.
Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. The counsellor works collaboratively with the person to identify goals, try methods in session, and adjust plans if something does not feel like the right fit. Decisions about techniques are based on needs, personal preference and progress over time.
Confirm the exact online session options before booking, as formats are not specified here. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into busy lives, reduce travel time and allow shorter check-ins when schedules are tight. Some formats also need less bandwidth or do not require video, which can suit quieter or lower-tech situations. Registered or accredited professionals and therapists often offer these practical advantages when arranging ongoing support.
Areas of expertise
Additional focus areas
Experience
3+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, depression and coping with life changes. Additional focus areas include attachment, body image, panic attacks and money worries.
How would she approach someone feeling stuck?
Her approach is evidence informed and practical. She talks through current patterns, sets achievable goals and reviews what helps.
How much experience does she have?
She has three years of experience working across charities and the private sector. That work includes supporting people after traumatic events and during bereavement.
What credential does she hold and where is she based?
She is registered with the BACP and practises in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How much do sessions cost?
Fees vary with location and sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin a first session?
Use 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.