JACQUI MILLER - THERAPEUTIC COUNSELLOR

Originally from the Midlands, I currently live in Wiltshire with my partner, our dog and two cats. I have two children, both now in their twenties. 

In 2020 I was diagnosed with a chronic health condition that affects my mobility (fibromyalgia), which is why I now work online rather than from a counselling room. 

Before becoming a counsellor, my career involved supporting children, young people, parents, and families who were trying to negotiate the many and varied challenges in life that try to throw us off course. Much of that work involved listening and providing a safe space for people to explore their thoughts, behaviours and emotions. This is what led to my formal training as a therapeutic counsellor. I then developed my professional development by studying a Masters in Psychology and I now provide online therapeutic counselling and psychology for anyone wanting to talk about and explore their concerns and difficulties. 

As well as being trauma-informed, my work is Internal Family Systems (IFS) informed and I have found this way of working particularly helpful for many clients.

Working as an integrative counsellor means that I can give you opportunities to work in a way that feels right for you. That may include, for example, focusing on situations, thoughts and feelings in the present; looking at experiences and memories from the past; exploring relationships, behaviours and habits; or thinking about identity, roles and your own personal sense of self. It may also involve thinking about what you want for the future. 

I can offer you support, openness, and acceptance, and will collaborate with you in creating an environment that feels safe to explore your experiences at your own pace. 

I welcome individuality and diversity, 

am neurodivergent-affirmative, and an LGBTQ+ ally.

Professional Memberships:

I am a registered member of the British Association of Counsellors and Psychotherapists (BACP) Registration number: 400984 

I am a member of the British Psychological Society and have completed a Master of Science degree with distinction in Psychology and Mental Health Wellbeing. 

The MSc is accredited and leads to Graduate Membership of the British Psychological Society.

 Safety:

I have completed regular training in Safeguarding of children and vulnerable adults.

I adhere to the BACP ethical code of conduct and BPS ethical guidelines - BACP Ethical Framework for the Counselling Professions & BPS ethical guidelines

I have regular clinical and peer supervision.

I engage in continuous professional development to ensure my skills remain current and utilise the latest information and approaches. 

Experience:

Before moving into therapeutic counselling in 2019, I worked for 30 years supporting vulnerable children, young people and adults in educational, charity, and social care settings.

I have facilitated awareness and support groups for positive parenting and domestic abuse courses through Wiltshire Children's Centres. 

I am an integrative counsellor with experience in Psychodynamic, Person-Centred, Psycho-Education, Gestalt, Transpersonal, Cognitive Behavioural and Psychological approaches to counselling therapy. I am also Internal Family Systems-informed and often use parts-work in therapy sessions.

I have experience of several psychological approaches to mental health and wellbeing and have carried out research in cyberpsychology, social psychology, behavioural, educational and developmental psychology, as well as clinical and counselling psychology. 

I have experience working as a Wellbeing Support Advisor through Hampshire PCT and the NHS.

I began working with Wiltshire MIND as a volunteer student counsellor and have continued to work with MIND alongside my private practice since qualifying.   

My work is informed by counselling training, psychological learning and research, lived experience, and a commitment to professional and personal development.

I believe that counselling can transform lives - helping us to manage difficult emotions, negotiate challenging life experiences, and explore unwanted thoughts and behaviours. 

Counselling can open our eyes to new possibilities, boost our confidence, resilience and self-esteem, and improve our mental health and physical wellbeing. 

With the right therapeutic relationship counselling has the capacity to be life-changing.