- Stress and anxiety
- Relationships and intimacy
- ACT and CBT methods
About Joel
Joel Burns is a psychotherapist registered with NCPS and has six years of professional experience. He works in the United Kingdom and focuses on common early-adult pressures such as stress, anxiety, relationships, identity, grief and life changes that can follow study, new jobs or moving away from home.
Joel uses straightforward conversation and practical exercises. He aims to help people name what’s causing them trouble and practise ways to cope differently. Sessions mix talking, reflection and actionable steps to try between meetings.
He draws on several approaches, including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), client-centred work and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT). That lets him use mindfulness, values-based decision making and thought-behaviour exercises depending on the issue.
Joel’s background includes counselling, sport, education and social work, and he has worked in different countries. He says past experiences and family patterns often shape how we respond now, so part of the work is spotting those patterns and testing new habits.
Practical aims in sessions include building coping skills, improving awareness, decision-making and problem solving. He also supports people dealing with addiction, parenting strain, sexual orientation questions, and intimate relationship problems.
To begin, readers should use the site matching process to find online therapy options and book an initial session. The therapist accepts international clients and conducts sessions in English.
How therapy approaches translate to online sessions
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, or ACT, focuses on helping people clarify what matters to them and take small, value-driven steps. It often involves practising mindfulness skills and choosing actions that align with personal values, which can help with anxiety, avoidance and life decisions.Client-Centred Therapy centres the person’s experience and relies on open listening and reflection. The therapist offers acceptance and attentive listening so the client can explore feelings and make sense of their situation in their own words.
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, CBT, looks at how thoughts, feelings and behaviours interact and teaches practical techniques to change unhelpful patterns. It is commonly used for anxiety, low mood and sleep or eating difficulties by introducing experiments and thought records to try between sessions.
Deciding which approach to use is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with the client to match methods to their goals, circumstances and preferences rather than imposing one fixed model. That helps shape short-term objectives and longer-term work together.
The biography does not specify session formats here, so check the listing to confirm current online options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions around studies, shifts or travel, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and avoid commuting time. Registered or accredited professionals can adapt exercises and homework to an online setting so progress continues between meetings.
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Experience
6+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does Joel help with?
He helps with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, addictions, relationship and intimacy issues, parenting concerns and life changes common in early adulthood.
What is his approach in sessions?
He uses a mix of client-centred listening, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy to combine reflection with practical exercises.
How much experience does he have?
He has six years of professional counselling and psychotherapy experience working in multiple countries and settings.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He is registered with NCPS and is based in the United Kingdom.
Can someone who lives outside the UK work with him?
Yes, he accepts international clients and offers sessions in English.
What session formats are available?
The original biography does not list specific session formats; 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 get started?
Use the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session.
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