Welcome to Jay Sharpe Counselling
I offer a safe, supportive, and confidential space where you can explore your thoughts, feelings, and emotions freely. My goal is to walk alongside you—helping you gain clarity, develop resilience, and move toward improved mental health and well-being.
No topic is off limits, and no problem is too big or too small. Whatever you’re facing, this is a space where you’ll be heard, accepted, and supported.
About me
I am dedicated to providing a professional, compassionate counselling service to individuals in person, in Central London. As a qualified BACP-registered therapist (British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy), I adhere to their strict code of ethics and professional conduct. My commitment is to empower clients to face challenges, enhance their mental well-being, and create more fulfilling lives.
I grew up in the vibrant and culturally diverse district surrounding Portobello Road, an experience that deeply shaped my perspective. Living and working among people from all walks of life has strengthened my ability to appreciate different viewpoints and foster genuine understanding, empathy, and respect for others’ beliefs and experiences.
Alongside my private practice, I work as a counsellor with London Friend, a long-established charity supporting the LGBTQIA+ community across the capital.
Jay Sharpe, MBACP
Individual Counselling in Central London
I offer one-to-one, in-person counselling sessions in Central London, designed to support your individual needs and personal growth.
Each session provides a safe, confidential, and compassionate space to explore your thoughts, emotions, and experiences at your own pace.
My approach is warm and non-judgmental, helping you to make sense of what you’re feeling and why. Together, we can begin to unravel what’s holding you back, opening up the possibility for new perspectives and a more fulfilling way of being you.
How I work with you
As a person-centred therapist, I work collaboratively with you, at a pace that feels right. While my approach is rooted in person-centred counselling, I also integrate elements of other therapeutic models to best support your unique situation.
We’ll explore the issues that may be causing difficulty — whether that’s low self-esteem, confidence challenges, relationship problems, identity or gender concerns, sexuality, addiction or dependency, or simply feeling stuck or uncertain.
Throughout our work together, I’ll encourage open exploration of your emotions, behaviours, and patterns, always respecting your autonomy and individuality. My goal is to help you connect with your own inner strengths and resources — often ones you may not yet realise you have — to help you move forward toward positive change and emotional well-being.
Clients I work with
I work in-person with adults from all backgrounds experiencing a wide range of issues, including depression, anxiety, low mood, shame, frustration, alienation, and self-esteem or relationship difficulties.
I have particular experience supporting clients facing addiction or dependency, as well as those exploring sexuality, gender identity, relationship challenges, and trauma (both current and historic).
My practice is LGBTQIA+ affirmative, inclusive, and grounded in respect and understanding. Whatever brings you to counselling, this is a safe and confidential space where you can be heard, supported, and empowered to find clarity and lasting change.
First consultation
Our initial session will be an opportunity for us to meet and to discuss the issues you are facing. Also, to give you an idea of what counselling with me involves and a framework for what might be achieved. This will give you the opportunity to ask any questions and, since it is vital to find a therapist that you feel comfortable with, decide if you would like us to continue working together.
I am happy to have a telephone call to discuss any concerns and answer any questions that you may have in advance of our first session.
Sessions & Fees
Each one of us is unique, so are the issues we face. You may have a specific concern that may be resolved after only a few sessions, or you may want to consider counselling over a longer period to work through more difficult or troubling aspects of your mental health. I offer short term, four to twelve sessions and open-ended therapy that is reviewed periodically. Sessions are in person, for fifty minutes and held on the same day and time each week.
My fee is £70 per session.
I have a number of sessions available at a concessionary rate (from £50). Please contact me for details.
Frequently Asked Questions
“To be able to speak to someone who just "gets it" has been so unbelievably helpful. When I look back to my first session to where I am now. I can only see growth, and this is in part thanks to you!”
Chris, London.
Contact me
Get in touch today to discuss your needs, schedule your initial consultation and take what could be, the first step towards a brighter future.
Call 07748 980 795 (Office hours) or email me below, letting me know the best time and way to get back to you.
Location
11 Golden Square London
W1F 9JB
Call 07748 980 795 during office hours.
Availability
Availability from November 2025.
Weekend appointments available
“When the other person is hurting, confused, troubled, anxious, alienated, terrified; or when he or she is doubtful of self-worth, uncertain as to identity, then understanding is called for. The gentle and sensitive companionship of an empathic stance… provides illumination and healing. In such situations deep understanding is, I believe, the most precious gift one can give to another.”
Carl Rogers.
