About Being in Psychotherapy – Counselling in Taunton
Who We Are
We’re Jacqui and David, united by a deep love for therapy and the profound journey of being human. To us, therapy isn’t just a job—it’s a way of being. Bearing witness to people’s inner worlds is an honour we never take for granted. We founded Being In Psychotherapy to offer a space where therapy is more than just a service—it’s a genuine, caring relationship with therapists who are deeply invested in their work and the people they help. We believe the courage it takes to seek therapy should be met with the highest quality of care
Our Mission
At Being In Psychotherapy, we believe therapy is more than diagnoses, structured programs, or passive listening—it’s a deep, engaged, and relational process. Real change happens in the space between people, which is why we step into the experience with you, investing in the therapeutic bond and seeing the world through your eyes. We don’t follow rigid models; we see you as more than a diagnosis. Committed to making therapy more accessible, we offer individual, couples, and group therapy—where connection and shared experience become powerful catalysts for growth.
Meet The Therapists
Jacqui
I believe in getting to the heart of what really matters through relationship.
My journey into therapy came from a deep desire to understand life’s complexities and support others in navigating its challenges. To me, therapy is a shared voyage through life’s stormy seas toward a more peaceful and fulfilling future. I approach every session with care, compassion, and a commitment to creating meaningful change. If you’re struggling, know that things can get better, and I would be honoured to support you on that journey.
David
Therapy matters to me, it is a joy to offer the gift of therapy to my clients.
I believe each person carries an inner fire—a resilient spark that endures even in the darkest times. My work is about helping you rediscover that spark, uncover hidden strengths, and find meaning where it may seem absent. Therapy, to me, is both an art and a science; while psychological methods are important, the real transformation happens in the shared human space of our conversations. Drawing on philosophy, art, myth, and dreams, I explore the hidden corners of life with you, revealing new layers of meaning and guiding you toward a more authentic, fulfilling path.
Our Approach
At Being In Psychotherapy, we don’t rely on labels, techniques, or charts. We believe that therapy is, first and foremost, a meeting between human beings. Healing happens not through rigid frameworks but through the strength of the therapeutic relationship—built on trust, openness, and a willingness to explore what it truly means to be alive. We meet you as you are, without assumptions, without a checklist, but with the full presence and care of another person committed to your journey.
As integrative counsellors, our approach is rooted in ideas from various therapeutic traditions, but we are not confined by any one model. We draw on these ideas (some are listed below) to support the work rather than dictate it. What matters most to us is the quality of connection—creating a space where you can be fully seen and heard, without pressure to be anything other than yourself. Therapy is not about applying a technique; it’s about making contact, finding meaning, and uncovering what has been lost or buried.
In longer-term work, this goes deeper. We don’t just address the immediate struggles on the surface; we walk with you as you rediscover who you are. We will be active participants in your process, not distant observers. Together, we will make sense of your experiences, explore the stories you tell yourself, and open the possibility of something new. At its core, therapy is about meeting—two or more people, in vulnerability, honesty, and courage. That’s where healing begins, and that’s what we strive to facilitate.
Existential
Existential therapy is about finding your own path, embracing responsibility, and creating meaning in your life
Gestalt
Rather than just talking about change, we focus on experiencing it—right here, right now
Relational
Through a safe, supportive relationship, we help you understand yourself and others more deeply
Jungian
Wholeness comes from embracing all parts of yourself—dreams illuminate what is hidden, making integration possible
Our Qualifications and Registrations
We are both fully insured, accredited and qualified counsellors.
We are registered members of NCPS.
We both trained with the University of Worcester, gaining an FdA in Integrative Counselling.
A full list is below:
– Certificate in Counselling
– Certificate of working with Children and Young People
– FdA Integrative Counselling (BACP Accredited course)
Professional Counselling You Can Trust
We are both fully qualified, insured and registered professional counsellors in Somerset. We are both registered with the National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society and are listed on verified directories, giving you peace of mind in working with us. Follow the links below for more information.
