- Practical talking therapy
- Supports LGBTQ+ concerns
- Works with trauma
About Jay
Jay Cook is a counsellor with five years' experience working in the United Kingdom and with clients internationally. He offers an open, non-judgemental space for people who feel overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure of their next steps. Jay focuses on helping people find clearer direction and calmer ways of coping with everyday pressures.
He uses practical talking therapies to address stress, anxiety, depression and relationship difficulties. He also supports people managing addiction, motivation problems, self-esteem worries and issues related to LGBTQ+ identity. Living with health challenges such as cancer and working through the emotional effects of trauma are included among his focus areas.
Jay draws on approaches like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Attachment-Based Therapy to guide sessions. He adapts these methods to each person's goals and pace rather than following a one-size-fits-all plan. Sessions aim to be collaborative, with simple tools and small steps you can try between meetings.
His NCPS credential appears on his profile and marks his professional standing as provided. Jay has worked with clients from many cultural backgrounds, which informs how he listens and responds in session. He welcomes conversations about how therapy could fit with your life and priorities.
To begin, people are invited to use the site matching process to find a good fit and book time according to the therapist's schedule. Jay encourages questions before the first meeting so people can feel ready to take that first step.
He uses practical talking therapies to address stress, anxiety, depression and relationship difficulties. He also supports people managing addiction, motivation problems, self-esteem worries and issues related to LGBTQ+ identity. Living with health challenges such as cancer and working through the emotional effects of trauma are included among his focus areas.
Jay draws on approaches like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Attachment-Based Therapy to guide sessions. He adapts these methods to each person's goals and pace rather than following a one-size-fits-all plan. Sessions aim to be collaborative, with simple tools and small steps you can try between meetings.
His NCPS credential appears on his profile and marks his professional standing as provided. Jay has worked with clients from many cultural backgrounds, which informs how he listens and responds in session. He welcomes conversations about how therapy could fit with your life and priorities.
To begin, people are invited to use the site matching process to find a good fit and book time according to the therapist's schedule. Jay encourages questions before the first meeting so people can feel ready to take that first step.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Also works with
AddictionsFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesCoping with life changesADHD
Additional focus areas
AbandonmentAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHearing impairedHoardingImmigration issuesImpulsivityInfidelityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDParanoiaPersonality disordersPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunctionSexualitySmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaVisually impairedWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic approaches
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Attachment-Based TherapyClient-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)Existential TherapyMindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingSolution-Focused Therapy
Experience
5+ years
Credentials
NCPS · United Kingdom
Languages
English
Approaches that shape online sessions
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify what matters most to them and take small steps towards those values while learning to notice difficult thoughts without getting stuck. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thinking patterns and trying practical changes in thinking and behaviour to reduce anxiety and low mood. Attachment-Based Therapy looks at how early relationships shape emotional patterns now and supports building safer, more regulated ways of relating.Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will talk through options with the client and agree on what to try first. This is a joint process that can change over time as needs and goals evolve.
Please confirm the session formats available before booking, as the profile does not specify them here. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life, for example by removing travel time or allowing a shorter check-in during a break. It can also help people access a therapist who has experience with specific issues, such as managing long-term health challenges, when local choices are limited.
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does this counsellor address?
Jay supports people dealing with stress, anxiety, depression and relationship issues, plus addiction, self-esteem and many other practical life challenges.
How would you describe Jay's therapeutic style?
Sessions are collaborative and non-judgemental, using talking therapies that focus on practical skills and personal values to help clients move forward.
What background does Jay bring to his practice?
He has five years of professional experience working with clients from diverse cultural backgrounds in the UK and internationally.
What credential does Jay hold and where is he based?
Jay lists NCPS as his credential and practises from the United Kingdom as stated in his profile.
Which languages are available for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people from other countries work with Jay?
Yes, he works with international clients as indicated in his profile.
How does payment and cost work for sessions?
Cost varies with location and the therapist's schedule; sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
What are the first steps to start therapy?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.