- Workplace wellbeing
- Trauma-informed care
- CBT and DBT tools
About Jennifer
Jennifer Chigwende is a counsellor who supports people dealing with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, parenting concerns, low self-esteem and depression. She works with issues such as workplace problems, panic attacks and social anxiety. Jennifer welcomes people from diverse backgrounds and can work with matters relating to adoption, chronic illness, and family of origin difficulties.
She practises in the United Kingdom and holds BACP accreditation, with five years of professional experience. Jennifer approaches conversations with the belief that each person knows their own story best and already carries strengths that can help them move forward. She aims to make the first steps into therapy feel manageable and respectful.
In sessions she uses practical, evidence-informed methods to help people understand patterns that cause distress. She draws on approaches including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy, narrative ideas and Trauma-Focused Therapy to offer a range of options. The emphasis is on clear, small steps rather than on technical jargon.
Jennifer aims to create a space where clients can try new ways of thinking and coping. She helps people set realistic goals and develops simple strategies for everyday life. Work and wellbeing is a recurring focus, so workplace stress and how work affects mood often come into the conversation.
She encourages people to pace themselves and to bring what matters most into session. If you are ready to start, the process begins with a short matching questionnaire and scheduling a time that fits your needs.
How therapeutic approaches work online and in practice
CBT, or Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, focuses on identifying unhelpful thinking and behaviour patterns and testing small changes to see what helps. It can be useful for anxiety, mood issues and workplace stress by breaking problems into manageable steps.Dialectical Behaviour Therapy, DBT, teaches practical skills for regulating emotions and handling distress. It includes techniques for managing intense feelings and improving how someone copes in difficult moments, which can help with panic and self-esteem struggles.
Choosing the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will talk with the client about goals and preferences and then recommend strategies that suit those aims. This is a collaborative process and plans can change as needs evolve.
Please confirm the session formats before booking, as the biography does not list specific options. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life, for example by saving travel time, allowing shorter check-ins during a workday, or avoiding the need to be on camera for every meeting. Registered or accredited professionals can deliver many of the same therapeutic techniques over distance, and the practical focus on skills and steps transfers well to remote sessions.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
5+ years
Credentials
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Jennifer commonly help with?
She supports people with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, parenting issues, low self-esteem and depression, plus related topics such as panic attacks and workplace problems.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
Her style is practical and collaborative, focusing on small, realistic steps and using clear techniques rather than clinical language.
What is her professional background?
She has five years of professional experience working in the United Kingdom and draws on a range of evidence-informed approaches.
What credentials does she hold and where is she based?
She holds BACP accreditation and practises in the United Kingdom.
In what languages are sessions offered?
Sessions are offered in English and she accepts international clients.
What session formats are available?
Please confirm current session options before booking as the biography does not specify formats.
How are costs handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.