- Anxiety and stress
- Relationship difficulties
- CBT and client-centred
About Joanne
Joanne Bruce is a BACP-registered counsellor with seven years' experience based in the United Kingdom. She works with adults and young people and supports issues such as anxiety, stress, depression, relationship difficulties, parenting concerns and ADHD. Joanne aims to help people find direction and regain motivation when life feels overwhelming.
Joanne draws on a background in education, sport and counselling to shape practical conversations. She trained in Person Centred Counselling and has a Foundation Degree in Counselling Studies and Early Childhood Studies and Practice, plus a Bachelor of Education Studies. These qualifications inform how she structures sessions and listens to what matters to each person.
Her style mixes straightforward talk with practical tools. Joanne uses elements of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and solution-focused techniques alongside a client-centred approach. Sessions often look at immediate coping strategies, clearer thinking patterns and small changes that fit daily life.
Joanne also brings life experience from living and working in several countries and from competing in sport at a high level. That background informs her work with people who have faced identity changes after injury, career transitions, or upheaval in relationships.
People seeking help can expect calm, direct conversations that aim to clarify goals and make progress in manageable steps. Joanne accepts international clients and conducts work in English. To begin, clients follow the platform process to match and book a first session.
Therapeutic approaches and online sessions
Joanne commonly uses a client-centred approach and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy. Client-centred work focuses on listening and following what matters to the person, helping them find their own solutions. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy looks at thoughts, feelings and behaviours and provides practical exercises to change unhelpful patterns and reduce anxiety or low mood.Finding the best approach is a collaborative process. Joanne will discuss what feels most useful based on a client's goals and preferences and may blend methods as needed. The intention is to try approaches that fit the person's situation and adjust them over time.
The biography does not list specific session formats, so please confirm available options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into daily routines, for example by avoiding travel time or by allowing shorter check-ins around study or work. It can also let people access a therapist who has relevant experience even if they live elsewhere. Registered or accredited professionals can help plan useful tasks to practise between sessions so progress can continue outside the appointment.
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Experience
7+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she support?
She supports stress, anxiety, depression, relationship problems, parenting issues, ADHD and related concerns listed in her profile.
How would she work with someone feeling lost after university?
Joanne uses client-centred conversations plus practical tools from Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and solution-focused work to clarify goals and build small steps forward.
What experience does she bring?
She has seven years' experience and a background in education and sport alongside counselling practice.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She is registered with the BACP and works from the United Kingdom.
Can people who live outside the UK work with her?
Yes, she accepts international clients and conducts work in English.
What session formats are offered?
Session formats are not specified in the biography; please confirm current session options before booking.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I start with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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