Jake McGee, BACP

Jake McGee is a UK-licensed therapist with five years of professional experience supporting people through challenges such as motivation, self-esteem, and confidence. He has worked in LGBT-focused counselling settings and provided addiction therapy in a residential treatment centre, and he has experience supporting survivors of sexual abuse. He brings a respectful, sensitive, and compassionate attitude to every therapeutic relationship and adapts conversations and treatment plans to meet each person’s specific needs and circumstances.

Jake’s primary way of working is client-centred therapy, which emphasises understanding each person from their own perspective and helping them find their own path to change. He is also training toward a Level 5 diploma in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy - a qualification that expands his toolkit so he can offer CBT techniques where appropriate. Jake holds BACP membership - the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy - which reflects his engagement with recognised professional standards.

He recognises that beginning therapy takes courage and aims to create an environment where clients feel seen and supported as they take those first steps. Jake tailors his approach to suit individual goals, drawing on established methods and ongoing training to provide practical, person-focused support.

Therapeutic approaches for online care and recovery

Jake McGee combines client-centred work with practical, skills-based methods to support change and recovery. Client-Centred Therapy focuses on listening closely to each person’s experience, offering empathy and acceptance so clients can explore their values and make choices that feel right for them. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) provides structured techniques to identify and adjust unhelpful thoughts and behaviours, which can be useful for anxiety, low mood, and patterns that maintain distress - Jake is currently completing a Level 5 diploma in CBT and integrates these tools where helpful. Motivational Interviewing is a collaborative, goal-focused style that helps people resolve ambivalence and build motivation for change, often used in addiction and lifestyle work.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process and Jake works collaboratively with clients to determine what fits best based on their needs, goals, and preferences. He adapts methods over time so therapy remains relevant and practical.

Online therapy offers flexible ways to connect - video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging - making it easier to arrange appointments around work, family, or travel. For many people this accessibility supports continuity of care and allows therapy to fit into everyday life while working with registered professionals and therapists who tailor their approach to individual circumstances.