Client Reflections
Choosing a counsellor is personal, and it can be difficult to know whether someone will feel like the right fit before you meet them.
The reflections below have been shared by people who have worked with me individually or as a couple. While every person’s experience of counselling is different, their words offer a sense of how I work and what it can feel like to be supported at Kindred.
“My partner and I were struggling with communication and felt like we were often missing each other’s needs, despite our best efforts. Working with Jess has been a transformative experience for us both. She created a safe, non-judgmental space where we could openly discuss our issues and really listen to each other.
Jess didn’t just help us talk; she gave us practical tools and techniques that we now use in our daily lives to communicate better and understand each other on a deeper level. Her approach is gentle but direct, and she challenges both partners to grow without placing blame. We left each session feeling more connected and with a greater sense of respect for one another.
If you’re looking to improve your relationship, deepen your connection, or just learn how to better support your partner, I can’t recommend Jess enough. She helped us build a stronger foundation and truly grow as a couple.”
— G + L
“Jess there is so much we have to say about you and the work that you do. You challenged both of us to become better partners. You validated both of our feelings without allowing us to hide behind them, and you expected the same honesty from both of us.
You didn’t try to save our relationship for us, you gave us the tools, the raw feedback and honesty, and the courage to save it ourselves. You empowered both of us to take ownership, to stay accountable, and to keep choosing each other.
That kind of counselling leaves a lasting impression and it’s a chapter in time that we’ll carry for the rest of our lives. We cannot thank you enough.”
— E & J
Jess has been an amazing counsellor. I struggle to find counsellors that I connect with but with Jess I feel more confident with opening up. She understands my struggles but also challenges them which is great. I feel lighter mentally after a session with her. I highly recommend Jess for anyone looking into Kindred Counselling. It’s 100% worth it!”
— GEN
“From our first session I felt at ease with Jess. Her kind and gentle approach made me feel incredibly comfortable. Jess helped me unpack a lot of things that I didn’t realise were simmering under the surface. Jess is a wonderful counsellor and I wish I had gone to see her sooner.”
— BONNIE
Jess has helped me so much over the years, she creates such a safe space and is extremely helpful in guiding you to work through any issues. She manages to maintain the perfect level of warmth, compassion and strength in each session. I’d recommend her in a heartbeat! Thanks Jess 💘
— ALEX
I don’t know where to start when it comes to Jess and her ability to do her job.
I sought out Jess when I had one year left in my honours degree. I knew I needed help balancing myself, especially with such a huge work load- uni load- mum life load and all the in between. Jess was like no other. She was kind, compassionate, caring and supportive.
Her breadth of knowledge radiates through in each session, where she guides me through different personal discoveries or revelations in unique and soothing ways. Jess takes the time to dig a little deeper and help in ways I didn’t know I needed.
It has been a few years seeing Jess now and I say with all honestly she has helped me every day to be a better, more secure and confident person and I am thoroughly grateful.