- CBT informed
- Mindfulness tools
- Goal focused
About Jason
Jason Elster is a counsellor who focuses on helping people with anxiety, low self-esteem and persistent worries. He uses practical, goal-oriented methods alongside human-centred conversations to help clients feel more confident. Jason works in the United Kingdom and communicates in English. He is registered with the NCPS.
Jason combines elements of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and Client-Centred Therapy to spot repeating thoughts and behaviours that get in the way. He often uses solution-focused techniques to set small, achievable goals. Mindfulness strategies are included to help with stress and to steady attention during difficult moments.
His work addresses a wide range of concerns, including depression, relationship strain, grief, addictions, ADHD and issues tied to identity and intimacy. He also supports people dealing with family conflict, career stress, chronic illness or complicated feelings such as guilt, shame and abandonment.
Sessions aim to identify patterns and test new ways of thinking and acting. Conversations are adapted to each person, and plans are shaped around realistic steps you can take between meetings. He emphasises respect, sensitivity and a non-judgemental attitude throughout the process.
Jason has four years of experience in counselling practice. He encourages anyone considering support to ask questions and to take the first step when they feel ready.
Approaches that guide online counselling
Jason often draws on Cognitive Behavioural Therapy to help people spot and change unhelpful thought patterns, which can reduce anxiety and improve mood. He also uses Client-Centred Therapy, offering a respectful, non-judgemental space where conversations are shaped around the person's own priorities and pace.Finding the right approach is part of the work. Jason will discuss different methods and collaborate with each person to choose techniques that match their goals and comfort level. He adapts plans as progress is made so the approach stays relevant.
If you are considering online therapy, check which session options the therapist currently offers before booking. Many people find remote counselling helps fit sessions into busy lives, for example allowing easier scheduling around work or family, or avoiding travel time. Online sessions can also make shorter check-ins simpler and let people choose whether to use video or other ways of connecting depending on what feels most practical.
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Experience
4+ years
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Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does Jason help with?
He works with worries about anxiety, low self-esteem and depression, and also with relationship strain, grief, addictions and concerns linked to identity and intimacy.
What is his therapeutic style like?
He blends client-centred conversation with Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and solution-focused steps, aiming for practical changes people can notice in daily life.
How much experience does he have?
He has four years of experience working as a counsellor with the issues listed in his profile.
What credential does he hold and where is he based?
He is registered with the NCPS and practises in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the UK work with him?
He accepts international clients, so people outside the United Kingdom can be matched with him.
How are sessions paid for and what do they cost?
Cost varies with location and the therapist's arrangements; sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
What should I do to begin working with him?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.
Profile details come from information the therapist supplied to BetterHelp. Credential and registration rules differ between the United States, the United Kingdom and Australia.