Jacqueline Leydon, BACP
Person-centred counsellor with lived experience
- Trauma-informed care
- Integrative therapeutic approach
- Empathy and genuine connection
About Jacqueline Leydon
Jacqueline Leydon welcomes visitors with a calm, empathetic presence and a clear commitment to supporting people through difficult life experiences. She draws on lived experience with ADHD, autism, childhood trauma, sexual abuse, rape, domestic violence, addictions, and loss to inform her practice and to better understand the challenges clients face when learning to trust again.
As a Person-Centred Integrative Counsellor, Jacqueline places the client at the heart of the work rather than positioning herself as the expert. Her person-centred roots emphasise empathy, genuine connection, and non-judgmental listening to help clients develop new self-awareness and personal understanding. The integrative element means she blends techniques from different therapies to suit each person as an individual, tailoring the approach to specific needs and life circumstances.
Jacqueline is accredited with the BACP (British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy), and she uses that training to create a supportive environment where people can explore difficult feelings, identify patterns, and work toward practical ways of coping. She looks forward to meeting people who are ready to begin a gentle, collaborative process of healing and change.
As a Person-Centred Integrative Counsellor, Jacqueline places the client at the heart of the work rather than positioning herself as the expert. Her person-centred roots emphasise empathy, genuine connection, and non-judgmental listening to help clients develop new self-awareness and personal understanding. The integrative element means she blends techniques from different therapies to suit each person as an individual, tailoring the approach to specific needs and life circumstances.
Jacqueline is accredited with the BACP (British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy), and she uses that training to create a supportive environment where people can explore difficult feelings, identify patterns, and work toward practical ways of coping. She looks forward to meeting people who are ready to begin a gentle, collaborative process of healing and change.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
AddictionsLGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesSleeping disordersAnger managementCareer difficultiesCoping with life changesADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceEmptinessFamily problemsFatherhood issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMen's issuesMood disordersNarcissismPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthSelf-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Existential Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Jacqueline Leydon have?
Jacqueline Leydon has 8 years of experience.
Is Jacqueline Leydon a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the BACP credential (British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy).
In which languages does Jacqueline Leydon provide therapy?
Jacqueline provides therapy in English.
Where is Jacqueline Leydon located?
Jacqueline is based in the United Kingdom.
How can I work with Jacqueline Leydon as my therapist?
You can work with Jacqueline through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Jacqueline Leydon work with international clients?
Jacqueline Leydon does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Jacqueline Leydon cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic approaches and online support
Jacqueline draws on a person-centred framework that prioritises empathy, acceptance, and a genuine, non-judgmental therapeutic relationship. This approach helps people build self-awareness, strengthen self-esteem, and find their own solutions to complex feelings and life challenges.She also uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), which encourages clients to notice difficult thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them and to take action in line with personal values. ACT can be helpful for stress, anxiety, low mood, and unhelpful behavioral patterns. Attachment-Based Therapy is another key influence, focusing on how early relationship patterns shape present-day connections - this work can support those dealing with intimacy issues, abandonment, or ongoing relationship difficulties.
Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic journey, and Jacqueline works collaboratively to identify methods that match each person's goals, needs, and preferences. Her practice blends techniques as needed so the client remains central to decisions about care.
Online therapy with Jacqueline is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, providing flexibility for people with busy schedules, mobility limits, or caregiving responsibilities. These options make it easier to maintain regular sessions and to access support from home or other convenient locations.