Jonathan Sibbring, BACP
Jonathan Sibbring is a counsellor with BACP accreditation and 15 years' experience in the United Kingdom.
About Jonathan
Jonathan Sibbring is a counsellor with BACP accreditation and 15 years' experience in the United Kingdom. He works with people dealing with depression, grief, relationship strain and LGBT-related concerns. His style is straightforward and supportive, aimed at helping people take practical steps toward feeling better.
He has worked in both personal settings and the NHS, and has also taught as a guest lecturer at a UK university. That mix of clinical and teaching roles has shaped a practical, down-to-earth approach.
Background and approach
Jonathan focuses on listening closely and helping people find what already helps them cope. Sessions usually begin by clarifying immediate concerns and practical goals. He uses Client-Centred Therapy to follow what matters most to the person in front of him.
Emotionally-Focused Therapy is used when relationship patterns and strong emotions are central to the difficulty. Jonathan supports people through life changes, stress, anxiety, compassion fatigue and issues around sexuality. He also works with those facing adoption or fostering concerns, cancer, HIV and the emotional aftermath of sexual assault and abuse.
He aims to reduce isolation and build clearer ways to communicate feelings. People can expect a calm, focused space to talk and try new ways of coping. He helps break larger problems into manageable steps and keeps the work practical.
The aim is to help people regain a sense of control and move towards goals they care about.
Registration
| Body | Registration number | Expires |
|---|---|---|
| BACP | 53636 | 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 Jonathan works with
Everything Jonathan lists, in their own terms.
- LGBT
- Relationship issues
- Grief
- Depression
- Coping with life changes
- Stress, Anxiety
- Family conflicts
- Compassion fatigue
- Adoption and foster care
- Cancer
- Communication problems
- Guilt and shame
- HIV / AIDS
- Life purpose
- Men's issues
- Sexual assault and abuse
- Sexuality
Approaches Jonathan lists
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Online support
He also draws on Emotionally-Focused Therapy when relationship patterns or strong emotions are the main issue. EFT helps people notice how emotions drive interaction and then try new ways of connecting or expressing feelings. This can help with relationship strain, communication problems and persistent emotional cycles.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. Jonathan will talk through how each method might help and decide together with the client which fits their goals and preferences. That collaborative planning can change over time as needs shift.
Online therapy offers practical flexibility. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation across distances, phone sessions can be a simpler way to check in when bandwidth is limited, and live chat or text-based messaging suit shorter updates or times when typing feels easier. These options make it simpler to fit sessions around work, caring responsibilities or travel, while still keeping therapy consistent and goal-focused.
Frequently asked
What concerns does Jonathan commonly help with?
He works with depression, grief, relationship issues, anxiety and stress, plus LGBT-related concerns and compassion fatigue.
What is Jonathan's therapeutic style?
He uses a client-centred approach to follow what matters to each person and emotionally-focused therapy when strong emotions or relationship patterns are central.
How long has he been practising?
He has 15 years of professional experience working across independent practice and the NHS, and has also worked as a guest lecturer at a UK university.
Where is Jonathan based and what are his credentials?
He works in the United Kingdom and holds BACP accreditation.
Can I have sessions in other languages or from other countries?
Sessions are offered in English and Jonathan accepts international clients.
What session formats are available?
He offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging to suit different needs and schedules.
How are sessions paid for and what does it cost?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and scheduling a session according to the therapist's availability.
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