Jill Chism, BACP
Jill Chism is a counsellor based in the United Kingdom who uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques to help people manage stress, anxiety and depression.
- Stress & Anxiety
- Relationship issues
- Intimacy Issues
- +5 more
About Jill
Jill Chism is a counsellor based in the United Kingdom who uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques to help people manage stress, anxiety and depression. She offers a calm, non-judgemental presence and aims to make it easier to talk about difficult feelings. Jill has three years of professional practice and four years of study in counselling-related fields.
She focuses on relationship and intimacy-related concerns, as well as self-esteem and motivation. Jill also helps people cope with life changes and everyday challenges like sleep, diet and self-image.
Background and approach
Conversations in sessions are gentle and practical, with attention to what matters most to the client. In her work she creates an open setting where feelings can be shared and understood. Sessions are shaped around the individual rather than a rigid protocol.
Jill uses approaches that are grounded in evidence and tailored to each person’s needs. She has additional experience supporting people dealing with attachment issues, autism and Asperger syndrome, and a range of personality and mood-related concerns. Other areas she addresses include chronic illness and pain, caregiver stress, bereavement around separation or divorce, and eating or body image problems.
Jill works in English and provides online options such as video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging. If someone decides to try therapy, she aims to help them find manageable steps and clear goals along the way.
Registration
| Body | Registration number | Expires |
|---|---|---|
| BACP | 412423 | January 2027 |
Registration details are as listed on the counsellor's public profile. You can check any number with the registering body.
Sessions and payment
Sessions are held online through our partner platform, by video, phone or messaging depending on the counsellor.
Costs are shown on the partner platform before you commit. If cost is a concern, ask about reduced-fee options.
Focus areas and approaches
What Jill works with
Everything Jill lists, in their own terms.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Relationship issues
- Intimacy-related issues
- Self esteem
- Coping with life changes
- Family conflicts
- Depression
- Attachment issues
- Autism and Asperger Syndrome
- Avoidant personality
- Body image
- Cancer
- Caregiver issues and stress
- Chronic pain, illness, and disability
- Codependency
- Commitment issues
- Communication problems
- Control issues
- Dependent personality
- Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)
- Divorce and separation
- Eating and food-related issues
- Emptiness
- Family of origin issues
- Family problems
- Fertility issues
- Forgiveness
- Guilt and shame
- Hoarding
- Impulsivity
- Infidelity
- Jealousy
- Life purpose
- Money and financial issues
- Mood disorders
- Narcissism
- Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
- Panic disorder and panic attacks
- Paranoia
- Personality disorders
- Phobias
- Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships
- Postpartum depression
- Post-traumatic stress
- Pregnancy and childbirth
- Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)
- Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
- Self-love
- Sexual dysfunction
- Sexuality
- Smoking / vaping cessation
- Social anxiety and phobia
- Women's issues
- Workplace issues
- Young adult issues
Online support
Finding the right approach is part of the process. The therapist will talk with the client about goals, preferences and what has or hasn't helped before. Together they will try methods that fit the person, adjusting the plan as progress is made so the work feels relevant and achievable.
Online therapy offers practical benefits for busy lives. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation when meeting in person is difficult. Phone sessions work well for those with limited bandwidth or who prefer not to be on camera. Live chat and text-based messaging suit shorter check-ins, ongoing support between sessions or people who express themselves better in writing. These options make it easier to fit therapy around work, caring duties and travel.
Frequently asked
What concerns does Jill commonly help with?
She supports people dealing with stress, anxiety and depression, along with relationship and intimacy-related issues and low self-esteem.
What is her therapeutic style like?
Jill uses evidence-based techniques in a down-to-earth way, focusing on practical steps and gentle conversation rather than jargon.
How much experience does she have?
She has three years of professional experience and four years of study in counselling-related subjects.
What credentials and location are listed?
Jill is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and is based in the United Kingdom.
In which language are sessions offered?
Sessions are offered in English and she does not accept international clients at this time.
Which session formats are available?
She offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging to suit different preferences and schedules.
How are costs handled?
Costs vary with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
What is the first step to begin therapy?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.
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