counselling in Plymouth and online
Welcome to Jackie Maddison Counselling
Neuro-affirming, inclusive counselling in Plymouth and online
I offer a welcoming, supportive and friendly space for counselling in Plymouth and online, where we can explore what's going on for you at your own pace. If you're unsure what you need or where to start, I will support you in navigating that uncertainty.
My practice focuses on working with neurodivergent adults, LGBTQI+ people and those who are gender, sex and relationship diverse (GSRD), including those in consensually non-monogamous relationships. I am also kink-affirming. These communities are an important focus of my work, but you don’t need to identify with any of these groups to work with me. I aim to offer a space where you can explore your experiences, feel understood and be yourself. I also work with people experiencing anxiety, depression, low self-esteem and difficulties navigating relationships or understanding themselves.
As a neurodivergent therapist, I understand how important it can be to feel seen, heard and understood in a world where you may not always have felt that way. A neuro-affirming approach can offer space to explore your experiences, make sense of how your mind works and better understand your needs. Whether you are formally diagnosed, self-identified or simply curious about whether you might be neurodivergent, you are welcome to explore this with me.
I completed my counselling training with the Intercom Trust, where I developed experience supporting LGBTQI+ people with issues relating to gender identity and sexuality. I am committed to offering an inclusive, gender-affirming and neuro-affirming space where you can feel comfortable being your authentic self.
I have knowledge and experience of working with neurodivergent adults exploring issues such as burnout, the impact of late-diagnosis, masking, social and generalised anxiety, sensory needs, alexithymia, executive function difficulties and emotional regulation. We can explore what you find challenging in your day-to-day life and what might help, working together to find approaches that feel right for you.
I offer face-to-face appointments in my counselling room in Plymouth City Centre as well as online sessions for clients across the UK. If you would like to know more about how I work, you can visit my How I work page. My FAQs page offers further information about counselling and you are welcome to contact me if you have any questions or would like to enquire about availability.
I am a registered member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP), and I work in accordance with their ethical framework, which you can read here.
- Counsellor in Plymouth, Devon and online -
An empowering and compassionate space that prioritises your needs and personal growth.
Who I work with
What issues can counselling help with?
People come to me for help with a wide range of issues. Here are a few of the more common difficulties that can be supported through counselling:
Navigating neurodivergence (autism, ADHD, AuDHD etc)
LGBTQI+ issues - sexuality and gender identity
Exploring relationship issues
Gender, sex and relationship diversity (poly, ENM, CNM, open relationships)
Anxiety issues - social and generalised
Women's Issues (PMDD, menopause)
Stress and daily life issues like work and family
Low confidence or self esteem
Panic attacks
Attachment issues and childhood trauma
Trauma and post-traumatic stress
Grief, loss or bereavement
Anger issues
For some people, counselling can be about getting support for more generalised issues or stressors in life but if you wish to explore more in depth, I can support you in working through your past experiences and recognising the impact on your life in the present.
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