Meet Jen Shaw

Hello my name is Jen and I am a fully qualified counsellor and registered member of The British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) I am friendly, down to earth, non-judgmental and have experience in working with all age groups from all different backgrounds. I use a client-centred approach, which places a strong emphasis on building a trusting and supportive therapeutic relationship with my clients.

I offer my clients a confidential, safe space to help them to explore their inner thoughts and reprocess any negative feelings they may be holding. Depending on the client’s needs I adapt my approach to suit their requirements so they can get the most out of their sessions. For younger children I can offer play therapy, which can help with behavioural issues.

My experience includes a working with a wide range of issues such Intrusive Thoughts, Low Self-esteem, Depression, Anxiety, Sexual Abuse, Self harm, Behavioural Issues, School refuser, Bullying, Family Relationships, Childhood Trauma, Coercive Relationships, Undiagnosed Neurodiversity, Low Level OCD, Covid Anxiety, Bereavement, Neglect, Social Media Related Abuse, LGBTQ

I also have a wealth of experience working with various types of anxiety related issues such as, generalised anxiety disorder (GAD), social anxiety, selective mutism, panic attacks, (and low level) obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD). I really enjoy helping my clients who are experiencing the uncomfortable symptoms of having anxiety to take control of their anxious thoughts and change their way of thinking. I also have my own unique way of teaching my clients coping strategies that help support them through their counselling journey. 

Primary School Counsellor – Worked with children aged 7yrs to 11yrs on issues such as anger, depression, cultural differences, family fall outs, parent separation, bereavement, concerns around religion, anxiety, transition, bullying, ASC and ADHD. I used play and art therapy to help the children to communicate their worries.

High School Counsellor – Working with young people aged 11yrs to 18yrs dealing with issues such as self-harm, suicide, anxiety, LGBTQ, PTSD, anger, physical and sexual abuse, neglect, attachment issues, rape, bullying, trauma, un-diagnosed ADHD/ASC, refugees, body image, drug abuse and addiction.

Young Persons CBT Mentor – Helped 15yr to 25yr olds with depression, successfully complete an 8-week online CBT course.

Adult Counsellor – Volunteer at Wirral Mind working with adults of all ages. Experienced in working with IEMT, PTSD, trauma, rape, bereavement, relationship breakdowns, employment worries, childhood bullying, depression, anxiety, childhood issues, eating disorders, personality disorders, OCD, suicide, un-diagnosed ADHD/ASC

Mental Health Trainer and Practitioner – Delivered 6-week CBT courses on anxiety and depression to parents and children in schools across the Wirral.