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She helps with a range of challenges, including anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, stress, grief, and relationship difficulties. Jackie has a special interest in anger, miscarriage, infant loss, and post-partum depression. Working mainly from a person-centred approach, she also integrates CBT techniques to help you understand and change negative thoughts and behaviours. With a Level 5 Diploma in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and Level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling, Jackie provides a calm and safe space where you can feel heard, gain clarity, and take positive steps forward. Individual Couples Female Chatham, ME5 8YL English Individual £68 · Couples £80 / 60 min [Book Appointment](/book/aba8c2f1-7753-4e58-9dcc-77d01119845c)Share Profile View Jackie's Upcoming Availability 21 slots Next available: Tue 8 Sep · 20:00 ## View Jackie's Upcoming Availability Next available: Tue 8 Sep · 20:00 · next 2 weeks Step 1 — Choose how you would like to meet Required Face-to-Face In-person at Chatham Online Secure video session Times below update based on your choice. You can change this anytime during checkout. Step 2 — Pick a time Tue 8 Sep 20:00 Sat 12 Sep 14:30 Mon 14 Sep 10:0011:3013:0014:3017:3019:0020:30 Tue 15 Sep 10:0011:3013:0014:3017:3019:0020:30 Wed 16 Sep 10:0011:3013:0020:30 Thu 17 Sep 14:30 In-person at Chatham ## About Jackie Hello, my name is Jackie. I understand that reaching out for support can feel like a significant step, and I recognise the courage it takes to do so. Many individuals find themselves struggling with difficult emotions or challenging situations, and I want to reassure you that you are not alone in seeking help to navigate these experiences. My aim is to create a welcoming and secure space where you can begin your journey with confidence. My therapeutic approach primarily integrates my core theory of Person Centred and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), to effectively address issues such as anxiety, depression, worry, anger and a range of other mental health concerns. I work collaboratively with you, offering practical tools and strategies to help you understand and challenge unhelpful thought patterns and behaviours. Together, we will equip you with key techniques to use both inside and outside the counselling room, to help support you reach your goal. During our sessions, you can expect a welcoming, safe, confidential, and entirely non-judgemental environment where you can freely express yourself and talk openly. We will structure sessions to work through your concerns at your pace, focusing on building practical skills that lead to measurable, positive changes in your daily life. My objective is to support you in developing greater resilience and achieving your personal goals. I also specialise in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing) and Cognitive Behavioural Couples Therapy, providing dedicated support for trauma, PTSD, relationship challenges and other mental health concerns, I tailor these specialised interventions to meet your unique needs and cultivate lasting improvements. View Jackie's Upcoming Availability 21 slots Next available: Tue 8 Sep · 20:00 ## View Jackie's Upcoming Availability Next available: Tue 8 Sep · 20:00 · next 2 weeks Step 1 — Choose how you would like to meet Required Face-to-Face In-person at Chatham Online Secure video session Times below update based on your choice. You can change this anytime during checkout. Step 2 — Pick a time Tue 8 Sep 20:00 Sat 12 Sep 14:30 Mon 14 Sep 10:0011:3013:0014:3017:3019:0020:30 Tue 15 Sep 10:0011:3013:0014:3017:3019:0020:30 Wed 16 Sep 10:0011:3013:0020:30 Thu 17 Sep 14:30 In-person at Chatham ## Meet Jackie ## Background & Experience I am a qualified counsellor and a registered, accredited member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP). I hold a CPCAB Level 5 in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling and have undertaken specialist training in (EMDR) Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing. My professional experience covers a wide range of challenges including anxiety, low self-esteem, stress, and relationship difficulties. I also hold a special interest in supporting individuals through miscarriage, infant loss, and post-partum depression, anger, sexual abuse and grief. Whether you are facing day-to-day stress or the long-term impact of past experiences, I use my experience to offer the best therapeutic approach for your unique needs. ## How I Can Help I'll guide you in effectively challenging unhelpful thought patterns and behaviours using proven CBT techniques, empowering you to create lasting positive change. We will work together to develop a personalised, goal-oriented treatment plan, ensuring our sessions directly address what you aim to achieve and your unique needs. I'll equip you with practical, evidence-based tools and strategies to confidently manage a wide range of mental health concerns including anxiety, depression, and stress, enhancing resilience to your day to day life. I will help you gain greater emotional clarity and a renewed sense of control over challenging feelings within a safe, confidential, and supportive environment. View Jackie's Upcoming Availability 21 slots Next available: Tue 8 Sep · 20:00 ## View Jackie's Upcoming Availability Next available: Tue 8 Sep · 20:00 · next 2 weeks Step 1 — Choose how you would like to meet Required Face-to-Face In-person at Chatham Online Secure video session Times below update based on your choice. You can change this anytime during checkout. Step 2 — Pick a time Tue 8 Sep 20:00 Sat 12 Sep 14:30 Mon 14 Sep 10:0011:3013:0014:3017:3019:0020:30 Tue 15 Sep 10:0011:3013:0014:3017:3019:0020:30 Wed 16 Sep 10:0011:3013:0020:30 Thu 17 Sep 14:30 In-person at Chatham ## Specialisations Long Term Health Conditions Personality Difficulties Self-Harm Complex PTSD Trauma Focused Work PTSD ## Therapeutic Approaches Trauma-Focused CBT EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing) Person-Centred Therapy Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) ## What I Can Help With Work Related Stress Low Mood and Depression Health Anxiety Phobias Trauma Related Difficulties Confidence and Assertiveness Bereavement and Grief Low Self Esteem Generalised Anxiety Disorder (GAD) Life Transitions and Change Social Anxiety Panic Attacks Sleep Difficulties and Insomnia OCD Stress and Burnout Anxiety Anger Management Feeling Overwhelmed or Stuck ## Qualifications - Level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling - Level 5 Diploma in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) - EMDR Europe Accredited Practitioner Training ## Professional Memberships - British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) ## Where Jackie practises Chatham Practice ME5 8YL Get Directions ![Jackie Hare, counsellor and psychotherapist](https://rxvhnvwmfwrneowddnji.supabase.co/storage/v1/render/image/public/therapist-photos/aba8c2f1-7753-4e58-9dcc-77d01119845c/34827e18-1e69-4bad-bcc6-fc117f3d9858.jpg?width=600&height=600&resize=cover&quality=75) [© Mapbox](https://www.mapbox.com/about/maps) [© OpenStreetMap](https://www.openstreetmap.org/copyright/) [Improve this map](https://apps.mapbox.com/feedback/?owner=mapbox&id=streets-v12&access_token=pk.eyJ1IjoiZGFubnljaGFtYmVycyIsImEiOiJjbWl0OHRnMDAwYjVoM2NwdjhxZHByYjFpIn0.9ci60Baqu33R0PrZbWXxrA#/0.53849/51.34557/13) [](https://www.mapbox.com/) Learn more about [CBT & counselling in Chatham](/cbt-counselling/chatham) . ## Ready to start your journey with Jackie? 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