Jason Shepherd

Jason Shepherd is a counsellor based in the United Kingdom who helps people manage stress, anxiety and anger. He also supports those dealing with trauma and abuse, low self esteem, relationship and intimacy concerns, addiction, bipolar difficulties and life changes. Jason uses a respectful and compassionate approach to make it easier to talk about painful subjects.

Jason holds BACP registration, and has around 18 years of professional experience working with a wide range of concerns. He aims to create a calm, non-judgemental space where clients can describe what is happening in their lives and the patterns they want to change. Sessions focus on practical steps as well as understanding past events that still affect daily life.

He draws on Cognitive Behavioural Therapy to help people notice unhelpful thoughts and try different ways of reacting. Motivational Interviewing is used when someone needs support finding and keeping motivation for change. Narrative Therapy helps people tell their story in a way that highlights strengths and choice rather than blame.

Jason also uses psychodynamic ideas to look at repeating patterns from earlier relationships, and solution-focused techniques to set small achievable goals. He works in an open, collaborative way and includes clear feedback so people know what is happening in sessions. The aim is to help people gain clearer coping strategies and feel more able to manage anger and related concerns.

Before committing to therapy, clients are encouraged to consider what they want to work on and to ask any questions about approach or session rhythm. Jason speaks English and practices in the United Kingdom. If you decide to begin, there is a short matching questionnaire to complete before scheduling.

Approaches to change and how they work online

Jason commonly uses Cognitive Behavioural Therapy to help people spot unhelpful thoughts and test new behaviours, which can be useful for anxiety, anger and low mood. Motivational Interviewing is another approach he uses to help people clarify their goals and find the internal reasons to change.

Finding the right approach is a process. The therapist works collaboratively with the client to pick methods that match their goals, preferences and situation. This may mean combining techniques, trying one approach for a few sessions, and adjusting if it does not fit.

Session formats are not specified in the biography, so please confirm available options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions around work, childcare or travel by removing commuting time. It can also allow shorter check-ins when weeks are busy, and offer quieter alternatives for people who prefer not to be on camera. Registered or accredited professionals can explain the practical arrangements and help tailor session rhythm to everyday life.