Jamie Whaley

My private practice will be flexible over some evenings and Saturdays therefore appointments would be suitable for those that are working during the day.

There will also be some daytime availability.

Sessions can be offered face to face, on the telephone or via Microsoft Teams.

I offer a free 15 minute consultation on the telephone before organising the first session.  Within this consultation I will complete an assessment and if we are both happy that we can work together we will continue to schedule session 1.

Appointments are offered weekly and are normally at the same time each week and each session will be 50 minutes to an hour long.

My private practice is being run from the comfort of my own home in Basildon making it feel more homely and safe for my clients.

I work with various mental health issues and am proficient with working with young and adult clients. I am a person-centred focussed counsellor meaning I will provide you with a safe space for you to discuss your concerns.

With younger children I also offer play therapy helping them feel more relaxed during their session.

In the first session I will ask you to complete a contact details form and sign the therapeutic contract.  I will also use this session for us to discuss the contract in detail to ensure this is mutually agreeable. We will also establish the goal for therapy.

With Youths under 16 years, an adult will need to be present for the contract part of the session.  Once the contract is agreed the adult will then be asked to leave until the end of the session.