Hi, I'm Jay. I believe everyone deserves a space where they can feel heard, accepted, and supported through life's challenges. I'm a pre-accredited counsellor with a Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Counselling & Psychotherapy with Youth Studies from the Irish College of Humanities and Applied Sciences (ICHAS).

Before becoming a counsellor, I spent many years working in leadership and management. That experience gave me a deeper appreciation of the pressures people often carry while balancing work, relationships, change, and everyday life. It reinforced for me the importance of having a space where you can slow down, feel truly heard, and be accepted just as you are.

An Inclusive & Affirming Space
As someone who is part of the LGBTQ+ community myself, I understand the importance of having a space where you feel accepted, respected, and free to explore your experiences without fear of judgement. I am committed to providing counselling that is inclusive, affirming, and welcoming to people of all identities, including those who are neurodivergent. Taking the first step towards counselling can feel unfamiliar or daunting. My role is to provide a calm, supportive environment where you can speak openly, feel genuinely heard, and work through whatever is important to you at a pace that feels right. Whether you are experiencing anxiety, low mood, relationship difficulties, identity questions, grief, or simply feeling stuck, we can explore those experiences together.

My Therapeutic Approach
I believe in the power of human connection and in the importance of creating a therapeutic relationship built on trust, compassion, and authenticity. My aim is not to tell you what to do, but to work alongside you as you develop greater understanding, resilience, and confidence in yourself. My approach is humanistic and integrative, meaning I draw on different therapeutic approaches to support your individual needs. I recognise that every person is unique, and counselling should reflect that. Together, we will find an approach that feels right for you and your circumstances.

Professional Standards
As a practitioner, I work in line with the ethical framework of the Association of Professional Counsellors and Psychotherapists (APCP), ensuring that my practice remains safe, professional, and client-centred. I feel privileged to accompany people through difficult periods in their lives. My hope is that everyone who joins me online experiences a space where they feel listened to, valued, and accepted, just as they are.

You are welcome here, just as you are.

My Qualifications and Training

✓ BA (Hons) Counselling & Psychotherapy with Youth Studies (ICHAS)

✓ ASIST Trained 

✓ Pre-Accredited APCP Member (MBR12109)

✓ LGBTQ+ Affirming practice 

✓ Neurodiversity-Affirming Counselling Training — Violet Psychology