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Jason Elster

Jason Elster

NCPS

United Kingdom

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Practical counselling for anxiety and self-esteem

Profile at a glance

Credentials
NCPS
Registration
NCPS, United Kingdom / NCS20-01760
Experience
4 years
Languages
English
Location
United Kingdom

Details come from information the therapist supplied to BetterHelp.

  • Solution-focused work
  • CBT-informed techniques
  • Person-centred listening

About Jason

Jason Elster is a counsellor who focuses on easing persistent anxieties and building self-esteem. He mixes practical, solution-focused work with elements of cognitive behavioural ideas and humanistic listening to help people make changes they want to see.

He usually supports people dealing with stress, anxiety and low mood. He also helps with relationship concerns, feelings of inadequacy at work or home, and problems linked to addiction or loss. He works with a wide range of issues including ADHD, grief, trauma and intimacy-related worries.

Jason aims to offer respectful, sensitive, and compassionate care. He keeps conversations free of judgement and adapts sessions to each person’s needs. Sessions centre on identifying unhelpful thoughts and behaviours and testing small changes that can have a practical impact.

In practice he blends solution-focused conversations with cognitive behavioural techniques and person-centred listening. That means clients can expect both short-term goal work and space to reflect on longer-standing patterns. The emphasis is on realistic steps and building skills people can use outside sessions.

Jason holds NCPS as a credential and has four years of experience. He works from the United Kingdom and conducts sessions in English. He welcomes enquiries from people in other countries and will explain how to get started.

How Jason’s approaches translate to online therapy

Client-Centred Therapy focuses on listening with warmth and respect, giving people space to talk about what matters and exploring their values and feelings. It helps when someone needs understanding and a non-judgemental space to think through problems. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, or CBT, looks at thoughts, feelings and behaviours and uses practical exercises to test different ways of thinking and acting; it is often useful for anxiety, stress and self-esteem work.

Choosing the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will discuss goals, preferences and what has helped in the past, and then tailor an approach or mix of approaches that fits each person. That collaborative process helps make sessions feel relevant and focused on real-life changes.

The profile does not list specific session formats, so confirm current online options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, reduce travel time and allow shorter or longer check-ins depending on need. They also support working with someone who is in a different country, while still keeping the focus on practical tools and reflection.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsSelf esteemDepression

Also works with

AddictionsLGBTTrauma and abuseGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersAnger managementCareer difficultiesCoping with life changesCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDependent personalityDivorce and separationDomestic violenceFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessMood disordersNarcissismPanic disorder and panic attacksPrejudice and discriminationSelf-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Mindfulness TherapyPsychodynamic TherapySolution-Focused Therapy

Experience

4+ years

Listed in

United Kingdom

Languages

English

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does Jason help with?

He supports people with stress, anxiety and depression, plus relationship and self-esteem issues. He also works with addictions, grief, trauma, ADHD and related areas listed on his profile.

What is his therapeutic style like?

His style is practical and respectful, combining solution-focused work with cognitive behavioural ideas and person-centred listening. Sessions aim to spot unhelpful thoughts and try out small, realistic changes.

How much experience does he have?

He has four years of professional experience working with people on anxiety, self-esteem and related concerns.

What credentials and region are listed?

Jason holds NCPS as a credential and practices from the United Kingdom.

Which languages are supported and can international clients access sessions?

Sessions are offered in English and Jason accepts international clients.

What session formats are available?

The original profile does not specify session formats, so please confirm current session options before booking.

How much do sessions cost?

Cost varies with location and therapist arrangements; sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.

How do I begin working with him?

Use the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and then schedule a session according to the therapist's availability.

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