- Client-centred listening
- Cognitive behavioural tools
- Goal focused work
About Joanna
Joanna Cottrell is a UK counsellor registered with the BACP and has eight years' experience working with adults. She helps people who are struggling with stress, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, motivation, relationship worries and career uncertainty. Joanna also lists work with ADHD, addictions, grief, trauma and intimacy-related concerns.
Joanna uses straightforward conversation to help people sort out what matters most right now. Sessions tend to focus on practical steps and clearer thinking, alongside making space to talk about difficult feelings. She draws on a mix of approaches including client-centred listening and cognitive behavioural techniques.
Her background includes several years using counselling skills in professional settings. That experience informs a practical style that aims to make each session useful rather than abstract. Joanna will often work with small goals and check how those are working between meetings.
When relationship or family issues come up, Joanna helps individuals look at patterns and next steps they can take for themselves. She also offers support around work pressures, starting or changing careers, and the strain of caring for others.
Sessions are conducted in English and she works with adults based in the United Kingdom. If you are thinking about starting, the recommended first step is to use the service booking tools to answer a short questionnaire and arrange an initial meeting.
Therapeutic approaches and how they work online
Joanna draws on client-centred work and cognitive behavioural therapy as core parts of her practice. Client-centred therapy focuses on attentive listening and helping a person clarify their own thoughts and values; it is useful for feeling heard and making decisions. Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) looks at links between thoughts, feelings and actions and uses practical exercises to change unhelpful patterns; it can help with anxiety, low mood and confidence issues.Choosing an approach is a collaborative process. Joanna will discuss different methods with each person and decide together what to try first, based on the concerns, goals and preferences brought to sessions. She may combine elements from different approaches as the work develops.
Practical benefits of remote working include fitting sessions around study, work or busy days and keeping regular short check-ins when that suits a schedule. The biography does not state which session formats are used, so confirm the available options before booking. Registered or accredited professionals can use different formats to make therapy easier to fit into everyday life without needing long travel time.
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Experience
8+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she focus on?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, self-esteem and career concerns, among other issues like ADHD, grief and trauma.
What is her therapeutic style like?
Her approach is practical and conversational, combining client-centred listening with cognitive behavioural techniques and solution-focused work.
How much experience does she have?
She has eight years' experience working with adults using counselling skills in professional settings.
What are her credentials and location?
She is registered with the BACP and practices in the United Kingdom.
Can I see her if I live outside the UK?
She does not accept international clients; sessions are offered for people in the United Kingdom and are in English.
Which session formats does she offer?
Please confirm current session options before booking, as the biography does not list specific formats.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Use the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule your first session.
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