About Jake
Jake McGee is a counsellor who uses a person-centred approach to make therapy feel approachable and practical. He works to build a respectful, calm space where people can talk about motivation, self-esteem and confidence in straightforward terms. Jake holds BACP accreditation and has five years of professional experience in the United Kingdom.
He has worked in settings that included addiction support in a residential treatment centre and counselling with an LGBT focus.
Background and approach
He has also supported people who have survived sexual abuse. That background shapes how he listens and responds to difficult experiences. Jake blends person-centred listening with practical techniques from cognitive behavioural therapy, or CBT, while he completes a Level 5 diploma in CBT.
That means sessions tend to focus on understanding what matters to each person and trying simple, realistic steps that can make day-to-day life easier. Sessions are tailored to the individual’s goals, whether that means reducing stress and anxiety, managing mood, stopping smoking or addressing process addictions such as gambling or problematic internet use.
He also works with concerns like grief, intimacy issues, anger and compassion fatigue. Jake aims to help people find small, achievable changes that feel relevant to their life. He encourages open conversation about progress and adjusts plans as needed.
If you want to begin, follow the site’s process to match with him and schedule a session.
What Jake works with
Everything Jake lists, in their own terms. LGBT is the reason Jake is listed here; the rest shows what else Jake works with.
- Addictions
- LGBT
- Self esteem
- Stress, Anxiety
- Relationship issues
- Family conflicts
- Trauma and abuse
- Grief
- Intimacy-related issues
- Parenting issues
- Anger management
- Career difficulties
- Bipolar disorder
- Depression
- Coaching
- Compassion fatigue
- ADHD
- Communication problems
- Guilt and shame
- HIV / AIDS
- Impulsivity
- Men's issues
- Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)
- Self-love
- Sexuality
- Smoking / vaping cessation
Approaches Jake lists
- Client-Centred Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
- Motivational Interviewing
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
Listing an approach is not evidence of training in it. This directory copies what each counsellor names and does not check training records.
How Jake blends person-centred work and practical techniques online
Jake primarily uses a person-centred approach, which means sessions focus on listening closely and following what matters most to the person. This approach helps build trust and lets people set the pace for difficult topics such as trauma or relationship concerns.He also uses cognitive behavioural therapy, or CBT, which looks at how thoughts, feelings and actions connect. CBT offers simple, structured steps to reduce anxiety, manage mood and change unhelpful habits. Motivational interviewing is another tool he uses to support change by exploring a person’s own reasons for wanting to change and strengthening their motivation.
Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the work together. The therapist will discuss goals, try techniques, and adjust the plan based on what the client finds helpful. This collaborative process aims to make sessions feel relevant and practical rather than one-size-fits-all.
The biography does not state which online session formats are offered, so please confirm available options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy day, reduce travel time and allow shorter check-ins when needed. They also allow continuity of support for international clients who wish to work with a therapist in the United Kingdom.
Questions people ask about Jake
What kinds of concerns does Jake address?
He helps people with addictions, stress and anxiety, depression, bipolar, self-esteem and motivation. Additional focus areas include relationship issues, grief, parenting concerns and sexuality.
How would you describe his therapy style?
Jake works from a person-centred base and uses warm, respectful listening. He also offers practical CBT techniques and motivational interviewing to support change.
What relevant experience does he bring?
He has five years of professional experience and has worked in a residential addiction treatment centre and in LGBT-focused counselling roles.
What are his credentials and location?
Jake holds BACP accreditation and practises in the United Kingdom.
Which languages and international arrangements are available?
Sessions are offered in English and he accepts international clients.
What session formats does he offer?
The original biography does not list specific session formats; please confirm current session options before booking.
How are fees structured?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to the therapist’s availability.
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