Jack Reardon Therapy
IFS-informed psychotherapy
"I am not what happened to me, I am what I choose to become."
Therapy can offer the space to talk through and process any past or present issues and concerns with an approach where you may feel comfortable and safe.
A voice for those who feel unheard
I stand with individuals, frequently men, who have been mistreated and subjected to inequality. I hope to offer a voice back to those who feel they have had theirs taken away or not given one fairly. This has been part of my own experience and life's work.
I hope to help others who have experienced crisis, anxiety, depression and aim to offer support in order to overcome this through a number of varying therapeutic mediums. I am an independent and insured practitioner, Coach, lecturer and therapist. I have an extensive psychotherapy and counselling training of over eight and a half years from multiple universities, trainings and courses. For more information on my approach and training please see the about page.
I hope to offer support to those who have felt lost and unjustly treated through a multitude of mediums in order to find resolve, stability, direction and meaning in life.
I have a message to individuals, especially young people, with this life experience:
You are not what happened to you; you are what you choose to be.
Some reasons you might consider IFS Therapy
It may be that you are having difficulties in your relationship, or the fact that you don't have a relationship. Difficulties may come from your loss or bereavement, illness, or other setbacks. You may feel misunderstood, confused, depressed, or anxious. It may be that you feel disappointed with life or that it feels impossible to find balance, direction, or meaning.
You might have dreams which are troubling you or which you wish to understand more deeply. You might be suffering from a particular trauma, or it could be that the world seems a frightening and dangerous place.
Other people come to therapy because maybe
- They want support whilst recovering from addictions.
- They are suffering from compulsive behaviour, or obsessive thoughts and fantasies.
- They want to find the meaning of a troubling physical symptom, which they sense has a psychological cause.
- They are trying to deal with the implications of physical or sexual abuse.
- They want help in dealing with an eating disorder.
- They are suffering from identity problems.
What Therapy Can Help With
Much of my way of working can help the client find inner solution and progression at the root of the presenting issues, providing the potential for life-long change. I lend much of my work from Jungian Psychotherapy; see the Therapy page for more on how I work.
I also integrate many approaches, including Internal Family Systems (IFS) Therapy into my practice. This form of therapy has shown positive results with almost all forms of mental illness and difficulty. It provides an inclusive and holistic approach to trauma which can treat symptoms from the source, allowing for permanent positive change.
Typical issues my integrative approach can help with include:
- Addiction & recovery
- Childhood abuse & trauma
- Compulsive behaviour
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Relationship difficulties
- Obsessive thoughts & fantasies
- Low self-esteem & confidence
- Bereavement & loss
- Gender identity concerns
- Self-harming & destructive behaviours
…and others, including substance misuse.
Online Therapy
I work entirely online, so we can meet wherever you are. All you need is a private, quiet space and an internet connection. Many clients find online sessions every bit as deep and effective as meeting in person, with the added ease of fitting therapy around daily life. IFS work in particular lends itself to working online especially well.
To find out more, please send me a message.
In their words
Prior to working with Jack I'd had years of different talking therapies (and some EDMR) and although they helped, they never got below the surface to the root causes, and I continued to feel stuck. I'm pleased to say that my life is now completely different, I've moved from constantly being busy (to avoid/numb difficult feelings), to a slower more content and authentic way of being. I definitely recommend Jack.
I worked with Jack as my psychotherapist for 15 months, and during this time I found him to be so very helpful. Jack's approach makes for a wonderful blend of wisdom and sensitivity. I found Jack to be incredibly insightful. Using trusted models such as 'firefighters' and exiles', we explored together patterns of behaviour that I did not want to carry through life with me. I learnt a great deal from Jack and would highly recommend him as a psychotherapist.
Qualifications
- Internal Family Systems - Level 1 Stepping Stones with Derek Scott
- MA in psychotherapy and Counselling from Regent's University
- MA in Analytical Psychology
- BSc/Undergraduate in Psychology & Counselling
Fee Information
I offer a negotiable concession fee to self-funding students and young people.
Therapy works best with regular attendance.
To set up an initial session please contact me so we can arrange a phone call and for you to ask whatever you wish about how I work, fees and we can talk briefly about your reasons for seeking psychotherapy.
Ready to take the first step?
Get in touch to arrange an initial conversation.