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- Client-Centred Therapy
- Emotionally-Focused Therapy
- LGBT and sexuality
About Jonathan
BACP counsellor in the United Kingdom with 15 years of experience, Jonathan Sibbring focuses on relationship concerns, LGBT issues, grief and depression and related life stresses. He uses Client-Centred Therapy and Emotionally-Focused Therapy to help people talk through difficult feelings and work on clearer communication.
Jonathan starts from the view that people know their own story. He listens for strengths and practical resources a person already has. Sessions are straightforward conversations that aim to make emotions easier to understand and manage. He draws on emotionally-focused approaches when relationships or attachment patterns are central to the difficulty.
He has worked both in private practice and within NHS settings, and has experience leading counselling services. He also gives guest lectures at a UK university. That background informs his clinical choices and his way of explaining psychological ideas in simple terms.
Common concerns he addresses include anxiety, stress, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue and family-related issues, alongside adoption and foster care matters, cancer-related impact, HIV/AIDS, sexual assault and abuse, and men's issues. He also supports people dealing with guilt, shame and questions about life purpose and sexuality.
Sessions aim to be practical and conversational. Jonathan helps people notice patterns in feelings and behaviour, practise different ways of communicating, and make small steps toward change. Prospective clients are asked to confirm current session options before booking.
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How his approaches are used in online sessions
Client-Centred Therapy focuses on listening and following a person's lead. It involves open conversation, reflecting back what someone says and helping people find their own solutions. This approach is useful for emotional struggles like depression, stress and questions about identity.Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) looks at patterns in relationships and how emotions guide behaviour. It helps people notice interaction cycles and try different ways of connecting or communicating. EFT is often used when relationship difficulties or attachment issues are a main concern.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will discuss goals and preferences and will recommend using one or both approaches based on what a person needs. This is a collaborative process that can change as therapy progresses.
Confirm the exact session formats before booking, as they are not specified here. Online sessions can make it easier to fit appointments into a busy week and reduce travel time. They can also allow shorter check-ins or sessions without video if that better suits someone’s day or bandwidth. Registered and accredited professionals can offer comparable therapeutic work over distance when the method and practical arrangements suit the client.
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Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Also works with
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
15+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
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Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he work with?
He works with relationship issues, grief, depression, anxiety and stress. Additional focuses include LGBT matters, compassion fatigue and family-related concerns.
What therapeutic style does he use?
He uses Client-Centred Therapy and Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT). Sessions are conversational and focus on understanding feelings and interactions.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has 15 years of experience working in the UK. That includes roles in private practice and within NHS services.
What are his professional credentials and where is he based?
He is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and practises in the United Kingdom.
Can I work with him if I live outside the UK?
International clients are accepted. Sessions are offered in English.
Which session formats are offered?
Please confirm current session options before booking as formats are not specified here.
How does charging work?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
What are the first steps to begin working together?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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