James Young

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I am an integrative counsellor which in short means that I am trained and experienced in three different modalities. I promote a safe space for my clients. Each person is unique so I may either blend the modalities, or use one of the modalities as a stand-alone, to meet the needs of each individual client and their changing needs.

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Profile

jamesyoung.counselling.online

Phone

07538820106

Email

jaggedgecounselling@gmail.com

Website

jaggedgecounselling.co.uk

About me and my practice

The first modality I use is Person Centred counselling. This underpins the sessions and the therapeutic relationship. I give the client space and time to explore what is going on for them. The core conditions of Person Centred are:

unconditional positive regard (UPR) which means that I provide a safe non judgemental space;
empathy where I endeavour to get into my client's frame of reference. I walk alongside them as a companion to understand their journey;
congruence where I promote transparency and honesty, after all the client is the expert of themselves and their life.
Gestalt therapy looks at the here and now, exploring body and emotional sensations. The use of art, imagery and experiments like the empty chair technique can be invaluable in helping resolve issues such as depression, self esteem and relationship issues.

The use of Transactional Analysis (TA) gives insight into the way clients communicate and interact with others.

Confidentiality is vital for the therapeutic relationship. However, there are exceptions where it maybe necessary to break confidentiality:

if there is a threat of harm to self or others;
drug trafficking (not using);
money laundering;
acts of terrorism.

The identity of the client remains completely anonymous in this instance and the details shared are kept to a minimum. This ensures that I am practicing in an ethical and safe way and is for the benefit of my client.

I am a member of the British Association of Counsellors and Psychotherapists which is the Ethical Body I adhere to and so registered with the ICO and commit to the GDPR The Data Protection Regulations 2018.

I am constantly updating my training and the list above is just a sample of the additional work I have done in support of my practice.

Experience

I have experienced working in the settings of alcohol and drug addiction rehabilitation units, starting as a support worker and then as a therapist. I have provided therapeutic care on a one to one basis and facilitating group therapy also
i find using music and creative activities as a fantastic media to open the therapeutic relationship and to explore that bit more.

I have also have over 3 three years in counselling young people from the ages of 11 to 25 in a local charity.

Qualifications

Level 4 diploma in Therapeutic Counselling.

Advanced certificate in Somatic Trauma

Professional Membership

MBACP

Professional Register

British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP)

Verified by Counsellingo on Monday, 3 November 2025

Fees

I charge £50 for a 50 minute session.

When I Work

I have openings for early mornings and during the week

Therapeutic Approach

Integrative

Video Platforms

Zoom

Area

Northamptonshire

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