Jacqueline McDowell, BACP

UK BACP-registered therapist blending creativity and care

Creative therapy options
Anxiety and stress support
International clients welcome

About Jacqueline McDowell

Jacqueline McDowell is a BACP-registered therapist based in the United Kingdom who brings both professional training and clinical experience to her work. Over her four years in practice she supports people facing stress and anxiety, relationship difficulties, trauma and abuse, and the process of grieving and loss. She emphasizes a collaborative stance, believing that clients are the experts on their own lives while she offers guidance and companionship through challenging times.

Drawing on her background as an artist, Jacqueline often integrates creative ways of exploring feelings and experiences when that suits a client's needs, offering an alternative route into reflection and healing. Her approach is grounded in listening carefully and tailoring sessions to each person’s priorities, whether the focus is on practical coping strategies, understanding relationship patterns, or working through painful memories.

Jacqueline is a registered member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP), which is a professional body for counselors and psychotherapists in the UK. She aims to create a supportive therapeutic relationship where people can feel heard and work toward clearer thinking, steadier emotions, and improved daily functioning.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesTrauma and abuse Grief Coping with life changes

Also Specializes In

AddictionsFamily conflictsIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesDepressionCompassion fatigue

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDivorce and separationDomestic violenceEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFertility issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHoardingHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersNarcissismPanic disorder and panic attacksPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationSelf-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaVisually impairedWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Jacqueline McDowell have?

Jacqueline McDowell has 4 years of experience.

Is Jacqueline McDowell a licensed therapist?

Yes. She is a registered member of the BACP, the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, which is a professional body for counsellors and psychotherapists in the UK.

In which languages does Jacqueline McDowell provide therapy?

Jacqueline McDowell provides therapy in English.

Where is Jacqueline McDowell located?

Jacqueline McDowell is located in the United Kingdom.

How can I work with Jacqueline McDowell as my therapist?

You can work with Jacqueline McDowell through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Jacqueline McDowell work with international clients?

Yes, Jacqueline McDowell works with international clients.

How much does therapy with Jacqueline McDowell 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

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice difficult thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them. It emphasizes values-based action, so clients learn simple ways to move toward a more meaningful life even when discomfort remains. Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on patterns that developed in close relationships and how those early experiences shape current connection and trust. It can be helpful for people struggling with intimacy, abandonment concerns, or recurring relationship difficulties. Client-Centered Therapy is built around empathic listening and creating a nonjudgmental space; it supports self-exploration and helps people find their own solutions to issues like grief, anxiety, or life transitions.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Jacqueline works collaboratively with clients and licensed professionals to identify which methods fit a person’s needs, goals, and preferences, and she adjusts the plan as work progresses so the therapy remains relevant and practical.

Online therapy offers flexibility and accessibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. These options make it easier to schedule sessions around work, family, or mobility needs and allow continuity of care for people living in different locations. Many clients find that remote formats let them engage consistently while balancing everyday responsibilities.

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