Jonathan Wilkes , BACP

Jonathan Wilkes is an integrative psychosynthesis counsellor based in central Bristol, United Kingdom, who offers both online and face-to-face sessions and brings four years of direct counselling experience alongside additional years supporting adults and young people with complex mental health needs. He works with a broad range of concerns including depression, anxiety, stress, relationship and family difficulties, grief and loss, trauma and abuse, addictions, eating and body image issues, self-esteem and feelings of worthlessness, emotional dysregulation, anger, and challenges linked to major life changes.

He aims to create a warm, friendly and accepting atmosphere where careful listening and genuine presence are central to the work. Principles of empathy, congruence and unconditional acceptance form the foundation of his practice, and he meets clients where they are, moving at a pace that feels right for each person. Jonathan values the slow-building nature of the therapeutic relationship and supports clients to explore the many layers of their experience, including early life and attachment patterns when relevant.

Jonathan holds a Post-Graduate Diploma in Psychosynthesis - a postgraduate training in psychosynthesis-based counselling - and a BSc (Hons) in Psychology, which is an undergraduate degree in psychology. He also holds a foundation qualification in Ayurvedic Astrology, a Certificate in Regression Therapy, and a 500-hour yoga teacher training certificate. He is associated with the BACP - the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy - and integrates techniques from approaches such as CBT, breath and meditation practices, and body-awareness work where they support a client’s goals.