Jonathan

Mr Jonathan Freilich

Licensed Professional Counselor

verified by TherapyRoute

I am a compassionate, Person-Centred counsellor of more than 25 years' experience and will help you clarify what essentially matters to you; what’s working and what’s not, and how you can develop your self esteem and skills to move towards more joy and satisfaction both for yourself and in your relationships.

About Me

I offer a truly compassionate, Person-Centred space where you can explore life's complexities. I will help you clarify what truly matters, identifying what's working and what isn't in your current situation. Together, we will develop your self-esteem and build practical skills, enabling you to find greater joy and satisfaction. This collaborative approach helps individuals achieve more fulfilling personal lives and relationships.

Approach

I listen closely and reflect what I hear so you can begin to recognise patterns and choose differently. Sessions in Hythe, Kent or online in English are steady and paced to your readiness, with room for silence, practical planning and emotional processing. Between meetings I encourage small, achievable experiments and clear check-ins that help with anger, grief, stress, control and relationship shifts, especially when cultural context changes the rules. This way of working suits people who want calm, practical and respectful support.
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Basic Information

Services


Services Offered:

  • Coaching

    A goal-oriented practice focused on identifying objectives, overcoming obstacles, and taking action, centred on the present and future rather than past difficulties.

  • Conflict Management

    Structured approaches to resolving disputes and improving communication between people in conflict, whether in relationships, families, or workplaces.

  • Counseling

    A form of talk therapy providing a safe, confidential space to explore feelings, thoughts, and behaviours with a trained professional.

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  • Relationship Counseling

    Counselling for couples or partners focused on improving communication, rebuilding trust, and strengthening emotional connection.

  • Wellness Support

    Holistic support focused on overall well-being, including stress management, lifestyle balance, and building sustainable healthy habits.

Works With:

  • Adults
  • Individuals

Area of Expertise


Scope of Practice:

  • Anger

    An intense emotional response to perceived threat, injustice, or frustration that, when persistent or uncontrolled, can damage relationships and well-being.

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  • Behaviour or Conduct Issues

    Persistent patterns of defiant, aggressive, or rule-breaking behaviour in children or adolescents that significantly disrupt home, school, or social life.

  • Grief & Loss

    The emotional, physical, and psychological response to the death of a loved one or another significant loss.

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  • Control Issues

    A persistent need to control situations, people, or outcomes, typically driven by underlying anxiety, fear of uncertainty, or past experiences of helplessness.

  • Cross-Cultural

    The psychological challenges of living between two or more cultures, including identity conflicts, acculturation stress, and difficulties with belonging.

  • Stress / Burnout

    The body and mind's response to prolonged or excessive demands. When sustained, it can lead to emotional exhaustion, detachment, and reduced functioning (burnout).

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  • Personal Development

    The ongoing process of self-awareness, self-improvement, and reaching one's potential, pursued not because something is wrong but to live more fully.

  • Relationship Issues

    Difficulties in romantic relationships, including communication problems, trust breakdowns, conflict patterns, or uncertainty about the relationship's future.

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  • Self-Esteem

    A person's overall sense of their own worth and value. When chronically low, it can drive self-doubt, avoidance, and difficulty in relationships.

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Professional Title:

  • Licensed Professional Counselor

    A counselor licensed to provide professional mental health services including assessment and therapy.

Qualifications


Canterbury College + Revision

Registrations


British Association for Counseling and Psychotherapy (BACP)

Counsellor/Psychotherapy

Service Area


Cannongate Counselling

In-person & Online

Hythe, Kent

United Kingdom