About me
A little about who I am
I'm Lesley Jones, a registered member of the BACP. I am an integrative counsellor based in West London, working with individuals navigating anxiety, stress, and the quieter struggles that are harder to name.
My story
I came to counselling after my own experience of how transformative it can be to feel truly heard. Before training as a counsellor, I spent 30 years as a barrister working primarily with legally aided clients many of whom experienced mental health issues and intense life crises. I also qualified as a mediator working with couples to help them resolve conflicts around separation and divorce. This extensive background gives me a grounded, non-judgmental perspective on human suffering and resilience. Transitioning into counselling was a natural progression for me. My professional experience shaped not just my decision to train, but the kind of therapist I wanted to become — one who shows up with warmth, curiosity, and genuine care.
I trained in Integrative therapeutic counselling and hold a Level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling. I'm a registered member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and work in full accordance with their ethical framework
I work with adults experiencing anxiety, stress, burnout, low self-esteem, life transitions, and relationship difficulties. I offer sessions in person in West London and online, so you can access support wherever you feel most comfortable.
Training & credentials
- Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling
- Registered Member, BACP (British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy)
- Enhanced DBS checked
- Ongoing clinical supervision
- Continuous professional development (CPD)
How I work
Person-centred, at your pace
My practice is rooted in person-centred therapy — an approach that places you, your experiences, and your goals at the heart of every session. I don't follow a script or push an agenda. I follow you.
I integrate psychodynamic modalities and draw on elements of CBT and mindfulness-based approaches where they feel helpful, but always in service of what you need — not a fixed model. Some people want practical tools; others need space to simply be heard. Often, it's both.
Sessions are 50 minutes, weekly or fortnightly, and we'll always work at a pace that feels right for you. There's no pressure to share more than you're ready to.
What I believe
What guides my work
You are the expert on you
I don't arrive with answers. I arrive with questions, curiosity, and the belief that you already hold the capacity for change — sometimes you just need space to find it.
No judgement, ever
Whatever you bring into the room — shame, confusion, anger, grief — it's welcome here. There is nothing you could say that would change the warmth and respect I hold for you.
Therapy is a relationship
The connection between us matters as much as any technique. I work hard to create a space where you feel safe, seen, and genuinely understood.
BACP Registered Member
Membership No. 422467 · MBACP
British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy
Ready to take the first step?
Get in touch to find out more about sessions and how we might work together. I'd love to hear from you.