Jan McLeod

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H​ello, I’m Jan McLeod, a qualified counsellor and registered member of the BACP. Having lived in Cornwall for most of my life, I feel fortunate to have my grown-up children and their families nearby.

When I’m not working, I enjoy gardening, particularly growing vegetables which I love to cook and share with family and friends. I practise Pilates and value spending quality time with the people closest to me. I like to think of myself as down-to-earth, approachable, and above all, a good listener.

I work with a wide range of life’s challenges, from feelings of general dissatisfaction and relationship difficulties to addiction and mental health concerns. People often come to me when experiencing anxiety, depression, confusion, resentment, loneliness, anger, frustration, or fear.

My approach is person-centred, which means I believe that, with the right support, everyone has the capacity to find their own way towards a more fulfilling life. My role is to provide a safe, confidential space where you can speak openly, knowing that you will be listened to without judgement and supported as you work through life’s challenges.

Through a supportive and trusting therapeutic relationship, personal growth and positive change can take place naturally.

A Safe and Supportive Space
I provide a warm, confidential, and non-judgemental environment where you can explore your thoughts, feelings, and experiences at your own pace.

Together, we can work towards:

  •  Greater self-understanding
  • Emotional clarity
  • Improved self-awareness
  • Increased resilience
  • A sense of being truly heard and understood

Professional Membership

  • Registered Member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP)

Training, qualifications & experience

  • Level 4 Diploma in Person-Centred Counselling and Therapy
  • I have a BA Honours in Social Work with The Open University.

“Through a supportive and trusting therapeutic relationship, personal growth and positive change can take place naturally”

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Therapies

Person-Centred Counselling

At the heart of the person-centred approach is the belief that you are the expert on your own life.

Counselling is not about being told what to do; it is about having the space to explore your thoughts and feelings, gain a deeper understanding of yourself, and find a path forward that feels right for you.

Through a collaborative and compassionate approach, I support clients in developing insight, building resilience, and finding ways to navigate life’s challenges with greater confidence and self-awareness.

I work with a wide range of issues, including abuse (emotional, physical, sexual, domestic, and narcissistic abuse), addiction (including alcohol, drugs, gambling, pornography, sex, and smoking), affairs and betrayals, anger management, anxiety and anxiety-related conditions such as Generalised Anxiety Disorder (GAD), health anxiety, social anxiety, panic attacks, phobias, OCD, and insomnia. I also support clients experiencing depression, bipolar disorder, burnout, stress, trauma, Complex PTSD, PTSD, psychosis, schizophrenia, hearing voices, paranoia, self-harm, suicidal thoughts, seasonal affective disorder (SAD), and other mental health difficulties. My practice covers eating disorders, including anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, binge-eating disorder, and body dysmorphic disorder (BDD), as well as personality disorders such as borderline, narcissistic, antisocial, avoidant, dependent, paranoid, schizoid, schizotypal, and obsessive-compulsive personality disorders. I work with relationship and family concerns, including separation and divorce, blended families, non-monogamy, jealousy, family issues, and older people’s counselling. I also support individuals facing bereavement, baby loss, pregnancy and birth-related issues, postnatal depression, menopause, loneliness, low self-esteem, low self-confidence, perfectionism, behavioural difficulties, bullying, redundancy, work-related stress, financial worries, chronic illness, chronic fatigue syndrome/ME, cancer, disabilities, dementia, dyslexia, dyspraxia, carer support needs, spirituality, hoarding, trichotillomania, and feelings of sadness.

Concessionary rates may be available for trainee counsellors and those aged 50 and over. Please feel free to get in touch to discuss your circumstances.
Payment is required before the session by BACS transfer, or by cash or cheque on the day of your appointment.
Sessions can be arranged weekly, fortnightly, or monthly, depending on what works best for you.
All sessions start and finish promptly, ensuring you receive the full time you have booked.

I understand that reaching out for counselling can feel like a big step. Whether you’re ready to arrange a session or simply have a question, you’re very welcome to get in touch.

Price
60 mins // £50