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- Addictions
- Person centred
- CBT techniques
About Jake
Jake McGee is a BACP counsellor in the United Kingdom with five years of professional experience. He focuses on addictions, LGBT concerns, self-esteem, motivation and confidence, and works with people affected by trauma and sexual abuse.
He uses a person-centred approach as his main way of working. That means conversations focus on the person in front of him, their goals and what matters to them. He is also undertaking a Level 5 diploma in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, so some CBT techniques may be offered alongside his person-centred work.
Jake has worked in residential addiction services and provided LGBT-focussed counselling. He has experience supporting people through grief, relationship and intimacy-related difficulties, and issues such as depression, bipolar and stress. He also helps with process addictions, smoking and vaping cessation, and career or parenting stresses.
Sessions aim to help people explore motivation, manage impulsivity and work on communication problems or guilt and shame. Jake’s practice includes elements of motivational interviewing and solution-focused approaches when these suit a person’s goals. He also draws on trauma-focused methods for people who have experienced abuse.
Getting started involves a short matching questionnaire and scheduling a first session. Costs vary by location and sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
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Therapeutic approaches and what online sessions involve
Jake works primarily from a person centred stance. This approach focuses on the person's perspective, listening to what matters and shaping sessions around their priorities. It supports work on self-esteem, motivation and relationship concerns.He also uses elements of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT). CBT offers practical ways to spot patterns of thinking and behaviour and try small changes that reduce anxiety or low mood. Motivational Interviewing is used to support change where motivation is mixed, for example in addictions or smoking cessation; it helps people weigh options and build commitment.
Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Jake will work with clients to decide which combination of person centred listening, CBT techniques or motivational methods fits their goals and situation. He views planning for therapy as an ongoing conversation rather than a fixed prescription.
The biography does not list specific session formats. Please confirm which formats are offered before you book. Online work can help fit sessions into a busy life by removing travel, allowing shorter check-ins and making it easier to schedule around work or family commitments. Registered or accredited professionals often use online sessions to maintain continuity of care when in-person attendance is difficult.
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Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Also works with
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
5+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
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Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he work with?
He works with addictions, LGBT issues, self-esteem, anxiety, stress, relationship and intimacy-related problems, trauma and abuse, grief, parenting and career concerns, among others.
What therapeutic style does he use?
His main approach is person centred therapy, with techniques from cognitive behavioural therapy, motivational interviewing, solution-focused work and trauma-focused methods used as needed.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has five years of professional experience, including work in residential addiction services and LGBT-focussed counselling.
What are his credentials and location?
He is listed with the BACP and practises in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English and he accepts international clients.
What session formats are available?
The original biography does not specify session formats. Confirm current session options before booking to check which formats are offered.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model 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 urgent help numbers.