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Joanna (Jo) Walker, BACP

Joanna (Jo) Walker is a counsellor based in the United Kingdom who works with people facing stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, and a broad range of life challenges.

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About Joanna

Joanna (Jo) Walker is a counsellor based in the United Kingdom who works with people facing stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, and a broad range of life challenges. She offers a warm, non-judgemental space where clients can talk about what matters to them. Jo presents as trauma-informed and LGBTQ+ affirming and aims to help people make steady progress toward their goals.

Jo has four years of experience and is a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP).

Background and approach

Sessions begin with a conversation about what the client hopes to achieve and what feels most helpful. Together they decide on the approaches to use and how progress will be reviewed. Her approach draws on humanistic, psychodynamic and behavioural ways of working, adapted to each person’s needs.

That means time is spent understanding a person’s current situation, looking at patterns from the past, and trying practical steps that can reduce distress. The focus is on small, manageable changes and on building strengths. Jo describes therapy as a collaborative process.

She aims to check in regularly about how things are going and to make adjustments when needed. Clients are encouraged to reflect on what helps them most and to set realistic goals. The overall aim is to build a trusting working relationship that supports meaningful change.

People looking for support with relationships, addictions, grief, eating or sleeping difficulties, self-harm, or questions about sexuality and women’s issues will find these topics within her stated practice areas.

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Registration

Body	Registration number	Expires
BACP	384079	December 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.

Cost Costs are shown on the partner platform before you commit. If cost is a concern, ask about reduced-fee options.

Focus areas and approaches

Everything Joanna lists on their public professional profile, in their own terms.

Stress, Anxiety
LGBT
Trauma and abuse
Self esteem
Coping with life changes
Addictions
Relationship issues
Family conflicts
Grief
Eating disorders
Sleeping disorders
Parenting issues
Anger management
Career difficulties
Bipolar disorder
Depression
Domestic violence
Self-harm
Sexuality
Women's issues
Young adult issues

Approaches that guide online sessions

Jo draws on humanistic, psychodynamic and behavioural approaches and adapts them to what each person needs. Humanistic work focuses on the person's own goals and strengths, helping them feel heard and understood and supporting personal growth. Psychodynamic ideas look at patterns that come from earlier life experiences and how they affect current feelings and relationships. Behavioural techniques help people try practical steps and new routines to reduce symptoms such as anxiety, sleep problems or unhelpful behaviours.

Finding the right mix of approaches is a shared process. The therapist will work with the client to identify goals, try methods, and review what is helpful. Adjustments are made as the relationship develops so the plan reflects the client’s needs and preferences.

Online therapy offers flexibility for people with busy lives or varied locations. Video calls allow a face-to-face conversation when it suits you, phone sessions can be quicker or use less bandwidth, live chat works well for shorter check-ins, and text-based messaging lets clients reflect between sessions. These options make it easier to fit therapy into work, study or caring responsibilities and to keep therapy consistent when life changes.

Frequently asked

What concerns does Jo commonly support?

Jo works with a wide range of issues including stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, depression, bipolar, addictions, relationship and family concerns, grief, self-esteem, eating and sleeping problems, anger, and career difficulties.

What is Jo's general way of working in sessions?

Her style is collaborative and practical. Clients set goals, explore their situation, and try approaches that feel relevant to their needs and preferences.

How much experience does she have?

Jo has four years of experience working as a counsellor and psychotherapist in the United Kingdom.

What professional credentials does Jo hold and where is she based?

She is a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and practises from the United Kingdom.

Which languages are offered for sessions?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can people outside the UK work with Jo?

She accepts international clients, enabling people in other countries to book sessions if they meet any regional requirements for working across borders.

What formats are available for online sessions?

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

How are costs and scheduling handled?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability and sessions are provided via a subscription that can be cancelled at any time. To start, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.