Dr Jade Copperwheat

BSc (hons) Psychology (University of West London), MSc Health Psychology (University of West London), DCPsych Professional Doctorate in Counselling Psychology and Psychotherapy (The New School of Psychotherapy and Counselling)

Integrative Counselling: Cognitive–Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Existential Therapy, Family Therapy, Humanistic Therapies, Mindfulness, Interpersonal Therapy, Motivational Interviewing (MI), Psychoanalytical and Psychodynamic Therapies, Compassion–Focused Therapy (CFT), Person Centred Therapy, Phenomenological Therapy

13+, Individuals, Families, Couples

Online and In–person

English

Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC), British Psychological Society (BPS), British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP)

Hi, I’m Jade — a Chartered Counselling Psychologist. I’ve always been fascinated by what shapes us — our emotions, our patterns, and the stories we carry beneath the surface. Walking with people as they explore these aspects of themselves and reconnect with their identity is a real privilege, and I feel very fortunate to be part of this work.

I’m trained in a range of psychological approaches and take a gentle, down–to–earth style that’s tailored to each person I work with. I’m especially interested in how our early experiences influence the way we relate to ourselves and others — often in ways we don’t even realise.

Over the years, I have worked in schools, charities, and therapy services, helping people with various difficulties, including anxiety, trauma, grief, body image concerns, and emotional eating.

My doctoral research focused on how women with overweight or obesity experience their sense of self, which continues to shape my interest in the emotional roots of coping behaviours. This work deepened my understanding of how self–image, identity, and lived experience intertwine, and how these factors can influence our relationship with food, our bodies, and ourselves.

Meeting me for the first time is really about getting to know each other. I aim to create a calm, welcoming space where you can feel safe to be yourself — no pressure, no judgment.

In our first session, we’ll gently explore what has brought you to therapy and what you hope to achieve. There’s no need to have all the answers, we’ll progress at your pace. I may ask a few questions to help me understand your story, but mostly, I’ll listen. It’s an opportunity for you to see how I work and whether it feels like the right fit for you.

As an integrative Counselling Psychologist, I draw from a range of psychological approaches to support your wellbeing in a way that feels tailored, flexible, and human. My aim is always to understand you as a whole person — not just a set of symptoms — and to create a space where you feel safe to explore whatever’s on your mind.

Our work may involve examining how your thoughts, feelings, and behaviours are interconnected, and identifying practical tools to navigate everyday challenges. We may also explore more profound questions around identity, meaning, or the impact of past relationships and early experiences. At times, this could mean gently uncovering patterns that no longer serve you or making space to reconnect with parts of yourself that have felt hidden, silenced, or out of reach.

Outside of psychology, I really value the simple things that help me slow down and reconnect— long walks, good coffee, and time with loved ones. I enjoy reading (not always therapy books!), writing, and discovering new places to explore.

Creativity plays a big role in my life, whether that’s journaling, designing resources, or getting lost in a playlist. Like many of my clients, I’m also on my own journey of balance — making space for rest, joy, and the things that matter most.