Jacqueline Selby , BACP

Jacqueline Selby is a UK-licensed therapist currently based in Sydney with more than 15 years of professional experience in mental health. Over the course of her career she has supported hundreds of people across more than 50 countries, bringing a warm, respectful and compassionate presence to her work. She is registered with the BACP - the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy - and practices from a person-centered perspective, believing that with the right core conditions people can access their own strengths and make meaningful changes.

Her therapeutic style is non-judgmental and supportive, and she tailors sessions and treatment plans to each individual’s unique needs. Jacqueline has worked with adults of all ages on issues such as stress and anxiety, depression, self-esteem and confidence, relationship difficulties, grief and loss, parenting and family challenges, addictions, coping with life changes, career concerns and compassion fatigue. She also has experience with LGBT issues, adoption and foster care matters, attachment-related concerns, chronic illness and caregiver stress, communication and control problems, and a range of other life challenges.

Jacqueline aims to build a trusted working relationship in which priorities are identified and progress is tracked, often recommending weekly sessions for the first month before reviewing frequency. Her practice schedule is generally Monday to Thursday with an earlier finish on Friday; weekend appointments are uncommon but may be arranged when needed. She checks messages once in the morning and once in the afternoon and offers 45-minute phone, video or live chat sessions by appointment. For anyone in immediate crisis she advises contacting local emergency services for help.

How Jacqueline’s Approaches Translate to Online Therapy

Jacqueline draws on client-centered therapy, which focuses on creating an accepting and empathetic environment where clients are encouraged to explore their thoughts and feelings at their own pace. This approach helps with self-esteem, relationship concerns, and feeling stuck during life transitions. Attachment-based therapy is used to examine patterns in close relationships and early bonds, supporting work on abandonment, attachment issues, blended family dynamics and relationship difficulties. Mindfulness therapy offers practical strategies to increase present-moment awareness and reduce reactivity, making it useful for stress, anxiety and managing strong emotions.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Jacqueline will work with each person to identify their goals, preferences and life circumstances, then adapt methods and pace so the therapy fits the individual rather than the other way around. Sessions are shaped by client needs and reviewed as progress is made.

Online formats - video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging - make it easier to fit therapy into busy lives and to connect across time zones. These options increase flexibility for scheduling, reduce travel time and allow clients to receive consistent support from licensed professionals and therapists regardless of location.