Jamie TURNER
Braintree
Summary
Counsellor with extensive experience supporting diverse populations, including adolescents and adults, through person-centred and integrative methods. Expertise in creating safe environments for clients dealing with challenges such as suicidal ideation and low self-esteem. Proven track record in building strong therapeutic relationships that build resilience and self-belief. Currently enhancing reflective practice through clinical supervision in psychodynamic counselling, dedicated to empowering individuals aged 11-24 to navigate challenges and achieve personal growth.
Overview
1
1
Certification
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
School Counsellor
NEECA
Colchester, Essex
04.2026 - Current
- Conducted individual counselling sessions to support students with academic, personal, and social concerns.
- Counselled individuals struggling with mental health conditions.
- Encouraged students to discuss feelings and personal choices by establishing respectful relationships based on trust and respect.
- Collaborated with teaching staff to identify students in need of additional support and intervention.
- Adhered to clinical procedures and maintained strictly confidential client data.
Volunteer Counsellor
Youth Enquiry Services
Colchester, Essex
08.2025 - Current
- Delivered emotional support and guidance to individuals facing mental health challenges, fostering a safe environment for healing.
- Provided crisis intervention to individuals in immediate distress, stabilising situations with calmness and empathy.
- Developed strong client relationships through a supportive, proactive, and empathetic approach.
- Applied person-centred and integrative therapy approaches, valuing clients' perspectives, and working collaboratively towards solutions.
Support Worker
Bocking Care
Braintree, Essex
10.2024 - Current
- Tailored support to residents' unique needs and preferences, enhancing overall well-being and satisfaction.
- Acted as a voice for residents, ensuring their wishes and rights are respected.
- Facilitated choice-making for residents, promoting autonomy in daily activities.
- Developed trusting relationships with residents, fostering a safe and respectful environment.
- Collaborated with colleagues and families to ensure cohesive care plans that meet residents' holistic needs.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Counselling and Psychotherapy
University Centre Colchester
Colchester09-2025
Skills
- Crisis intervention and de-escalation
- Risk assessment and safeguarding
- Mental health awareness
- Confidentiality and ethics
- Humanistic and Integrative therapy
- Peer mentoring
- Promoting independence
- Teamwork and reliability
- Empathy and active listening
- Non-judgmental approach
- Patience under pressure
- Safeguarding procedures
Certification
Level 6 counselling and psychotherapy, BACP accredited
Custom
References available on request.
Timeline
School Counsellor
NEECA
04.2026 - Current
Volunteer Counsellor
Youth Enquiry Services
08.2025 - Current
Support Worker
Bocking Care
10.2024 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Counselling and Psychotherapy
University Centre Colchester