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Jacqueline Davis, UKCP Accredited Psychotherapist

Jacqueline Davis

W2
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Jacqueline Davis, UKCP Accredited Psychotherapist

Jacqueline Davis

W2
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My Approach

My approach is relational, integrative and trauma-informed. I see therapy as a collaborative process, shaped by the relationship between therapist and client, and by the pace, needs and readiness of each individual.

I draw on psychodynamic, humanistic, existential and transpersonal psychotherapy. This means we may explore present difficulties, early relationships, unconscious patterns, emotional responses, body awareness, meaning, identity and the deeper questions that can arise during periods of transition or inner change.

I work with the understanding that many patterns which feel difficult in adult life once developed as ways of coping. Self-criticism, perfectionism, people-pleasing, emotional withdrawal, anxiety or difficulty trusting others may have been protective at one time, even if they now feel limiting or painful.

Where appropriate, I may also draw on dreams, symbolism, mindfulness, somatic awareness and creative imagination. These can help bring insight to experiences that are not always easy to access through words alone.

My aim is to offer a calm, respectful and reflective space where you can feel supported to explore your experience, understand yourself more deeply, and begin to relate to yourself and others with greater compassion, freedom and authenticity.

This version positions you clearly as **depth-oriented, relational and trauma-informed**, while still sounding accessible to a client reading a directory profile.

My aim is to offer a calm, respectful and reflective space where you can feel supported to explore your experience, understand yourself more deeply, and begin to relate to yourself and others with greater compassion, freedom and authenticity.

About Me

I am a UKCP-registered transpersonal integrative psychotherapist and developmental coach, working with adults who want to understand themselves more deeply and make meaningful, lasting change.
Many of the people I work with appear to be coping well on the outside, but privately feel anxious, overwhelmed, disconnected, self-critical or unsure of who they have become. Some are carrying the effects of developmental or relational trauma, emotional neglect, chronic criticism, people-pleasing, perfectionism or a persistent feeling of not being enough.
My approach is relational, integrative and trauma-informed. I draw on psychodynamic, humanistic, existential and transpersonal psychotherapy, and where helpful may include dreams, symbolism, mindfulness, somatic awareness and creative imagination.
Before training as a psychotherapist, I spent many years as a Chief Executive, executive coach and organisational development consultant. This means I bring an understanding of professional life, leadership, responsibility and transition, alongside a depth-oriented therapeutic approach.
Therapy with me offers a calm, confidential and reflective space where we can explore what is happening in your life, how earlier experiences may still be shaping you, and what might support greater self-understanding, emotional freedom and authenticity.

I work with

  • Companies
  • Groups
  • Individuals

Special Interests

Like all UKCP registered psychotherapists and psychotherapeutic counsellors I can work with a wide range of issues, but here are some areas in which I have a special interest or additional experience.

I have a particular interest in working with anxiety, especially where it is linked to early life experience, trauma, chronic stress, perfectionism, people-pleasing or a strong inner critic. Anxiety can show itself in many ways: persistent worry, overthinking, panic, difficulty relaxing, bodily tension, sleep disturbance, fear of getting things wrong, or a sense of being constantly on alert. For some people, anxiety is not simply a symptom to be managed, but a signal that something deeper needs attention. My approach is gentle, relational and exploratory. We may look at how anxiety affects your body, emotions, thoughts and relationships, while also considering what it may be trying to protect you from. Often, anxious patterns developed for understandable reasons, particularly where there has been uncertainty, criticism, emotional neglect or a lack of safety earlier in life. Therapy can help you understand the roots of your anxiety, develop greater emotional steadiness, and relate to yourself with more compassion. The aim is not only to reduce symptoms, but to support a deeper sense of safety, choice and trust in yourself.
I have a particular interest in working with post-traumatic stress, developmental trauma and relational trauma. Trauma can affect the whole person: body, mind, emotions, relationships, identity and sense of safety in the world. My approach is trauma-informed, relational and paced carefully. Rather than asking you to revisit painful experiences before you feel ready, I focus first on establishing safety, trust and emotional stability. Together we can explore how past experiences may still be affecting your nervous system, relationships, self-worth and capacity to feel present in your life. I am especially interested in the ways trauma can show itself through anxiety, shame, self-criticism, people-pleasing, emotional overwhelm, numbness, hypervigilance, difficulty trusting others or a persistent feeling of not being enough. Where helpful, I may draw on body awareness, mindfulness, grounding, dreams, symbolism and creative imagination, alongside relational and psychodynamic exploration. The aim is not simply to revisit the past, but to support integration, self-understanding and a greater sense of choice, connection and inner safety.
I have a particular interest in working with relationship difficulties. Relationships can be one of the greatest sources of fulfilment in our lives, but they can also be where we experience our deepest struggles. Many people I work with find themselves caught in recurring patterns of conflict, disappointment, loneliness, people-pleasing, withdrawal, or feeling unseen and misunderstood. Others may struggle with trust, boundaries, intimacy, communication, or a fear of abandonment or rejection. Often, the ways we relate to others have roots in our earliest relationships. The beliefs we hold about ourselves, what we expect from others, and how safe we feel in connection can all be shaped by past experience. As a result, we may find ourselves repeating familiar patterns, even when they no longer serve us. My approach is relational, reflective and trauma-informed. Together, we can explore the emotional patterns, unconscious beliefs and protective strategies that may be affecting your capacity to create and sustain healthy, fulfilling connections. Whether you are experiencing difficulties with a partner, family member, friend or colleague, therapy can offer space to understand yourself more clearly and relate to others in new ways. As insight and self-awareness grow, it may become possible to communicate more authentically, establish healthier boundaries, and build relationships that feel more secure, satisfying and meaningful.
Some of the people I work with have experienced periods in their lives when emotional pain, hopelessness, or despair have felt overwhelming. They may find themselves struggling with thoughts of not wanting to be here, questioning the value of their life, or feeling exhausted by the effort of carrying on. Suicidal thoughts can arise for many reasons. They are often associated with depression, trauma, loss, isolation, overwhelming stress, or a profound sense of disconnection from oneself, others, or life itself. While these experiences can feel frightening and deeply distressing, they are often a reflection of unbearable emotional suffering rather than a genuine wish to die. Therapy offers an opportunity to develop a different relationship with anxiety, uncertainty, and self-criticism. As understanding grows, many clients find themselves becoming less dominated by obsessive thoughts and compulsive behaviours, and more able to live with greater freedom, self-trust, and peace of mind. I have a particular interest in supporting people who are struggling with suicidal thoughts and helping them understand the underlying pain, circumstances, and patterns that may be contributing to their distress. Therapy offers a confidential, compassionate, and non-judgemental space where difficult thoughts and feelings can be spoken about openly and explored safely. Together, we can work to make sense of your experience, strengthen your connection to your own resources and support networks, and develop a greater sense of hope, meaning, and possibility. Many people find that when their suffering is understood and addressed, they are able to reconnect with reasons for living and discover new ways forward.

Types of Therapies Offered

  • Transpersonal Psychotherapist

Types of sessions

  • Face to Face - Long Term
  • Face to Face - Short Term
  • Online Therapy

Office

Beauchamp Lodge
2 Warwick Crescent
W2 6NE
United Kingdom (UK)

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UKCP College

  • Humanistic and Integrative Psychotherapy College (HIPC)
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