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Jo Read, BACP

Jo Read supports people facing stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, relationship or intimacy concerns, addiction and issues with self-esteem.

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About Jo

Jo Read supports people facing stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, relationship or intimacy concerns, addiction and issues with self-esteem. She also helps with grief, eating and body-image problems, ADHD, compassion fatigue and life changes. Jo is based in the United Kingdom and offers therapy in English, including to international clients.

Jo trained as a counsellor and qualified in 2016 with a Level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling awarded by the Counselling and Psychotherapy Awarding Body.

Background and approach

She is a British Association of Counsellors and Psychotherapists (BACP) member and brings eight years of counselling experience to her work alongside a background in youth and community services and social work roles. Her style is warm and person-centred. Jo listens with empathy and aims to create clear boundaries so people feel respected and understood.

She uses open questions, reflection and summarising to help clients find their own words and make sense of difficult feelings. Sessions begin with an initial meeting to agree whether to work together and to complete a counselling contract and assessment. This helps set goals and shapes how sessions will proceed, with the agreement reviewed as therapy continues.

Jo values a collaborative approach. She encourages people to bring their own agenda and works alongside them to explore feelings, repair how they relate to themselves and others, and identify practical steps for moving forward.

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Registration

Body	Registration number	Expires
BACP	260677	October 2026

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Sessions and payment

Sessions are held online through our partner platform, by video, phone or messaging depending on the counsellor.

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Focus areas and approaches

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Ways of working Jo names

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How Jo's approaches translate to online therapy

Client-Centred Therapy focuses on empathy, genuine presence and supporting people to set their own goals. Online sessions let Jo listen, reflect and help clients find their own answers in a flexible way.

Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) looks at how emotions shape relationships and internal experience, helping people explore attachment needs and emotional patterns. In online work this can help with intimacy issues, grief and relationship distress by creating space to notice and name feelings.

Finding the right approach is part of the process. Jo will discuss different ways of working and decide together which methods suit a person's needs and aims. This is a collaborative process and the plan can change as therapy progresses.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility. Video calls let you use visual cues, phone sessions work well if video is difficult, and live chat or text messaging suit shorter check-ins or when typing feels easier. These options make it simpler to fit therapy around work, caregiving or travel and to choose the format that feels most comfortable.

Frequently asked

What concerns does Jo support?

She supports a wide range of concerns including stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, relationship and intimacy issues, addictions, grief and self-esteem problems.

How does she approach therapy?

Her work is primarily person-centred, using empathy, open questions and reflection to help people speak their truth and find their own answers.

What is her professional background?

Jo qualified in 2016 with a Level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling and has eight years of counselling experience alongside many years in youth, education and social care roles.

Where is Jo based and what credential does she hold?

She is located in the United Kingdom and is a registered member of the British Association of Counsellors and Psychotherapists (BACP).

Can I work with her if I live outside the UK?

Yes. Sessions are offered in English and she accepts international clients.

What session formats are available?

Jo offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging to suit different needs and schedules.

How much does therapy cost?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.

How do I start working with Jo?

Begin by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.