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About Joanne
Joanne (Jo) Webster is a counsellor who helps people facing anxiety, stress and family difficulties. She often supports those dealing with grief, trauma and major life changes. Jo aims to create a calm space where people can talk about what is worrying them and start to find ways forward.
Jo is a Professionally Accredited Psychotherapeutic Counsellor, registered with the NCPS. She qualified in 2015 and has around ten years of practice in the United Kingdom. Her background includes seven years in palliative care where she worked with people facing terminal illness and their relatives before and after bereavement.
Her approach draws on several therapy styles so sessions tend to be flexible and focused on the person in front of her. Jo uses Client-Centred work to prioritise what matters to each individual. She may also bring in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy techniques and psychodynamic ideas when they suit the person’s goals.
Jo has supported people through the death of a baby, child or young person and through other forms of loss. She also has experience with addiction, abuse, attachment difficulties and family relationship problems. Panic disorder and panic attacks are among the anxiety concerns she lists.
In sessions Jo aims to listen carefully and respond with empathy. She describes herself as approachable and trustworthy, and adapts her style to the needs of each person. To begin, a short questionnaire helps match people and then sessions are scheduled according to availability.
Therapeutic approaches and online counselling
Jo uses Client-Centred Therapy to put the person’s priorities first, offering a calm, non-judgemental space to talk and be heard. This approach helps when someone needs to make sense of emotions or decide what matters most to them.She also uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, which focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and trying small practical changes. CBT can be useful for anxiety, panic and everyday stress by offering clear exercises and coping techniques.
Finding the right approach is part of the work together. Jo will discuss goals, preferences and what feels most helpful, then shape sessions around those decisions. That way therapy stays collaborative and responsive to changing needs.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so please confirm current options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life, for example by avoiding travel, allowing shorter check-ins during a lunch break, or letting someone join from a quieter place. Registered or accredited professionals can use different approaches online and Jo can discuss which style and practical arrangements will suit each person.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
10+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does Jo help with?
She lists support for stress, anxiety, family difficulties, trauma and abuse, grief and coping with life changes. Additional focuses include attachment issues, addiction, bereavement and communication problems.
What is Jo's style in therapy?
Her work is flexible and person-centred. She adapts methods to the individual and may use practical CBT techniques alongside exploratory psychodynamic discussion.
How long has she been working as a counsellor?
Jo qualified in 2015 and has around ten years of experience, including seven years working in palliative care supporting people before and after bereavement.
What credential does Jo hold and where is she based?
She is Professionally Accredited and registered with the NCPS and works in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the UK work with Jo?
She is not accepting international clients at this time.
How does payment work and what does it cost?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability and sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin if I want to speak with her?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.