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Joel Burns, NCPS

Joel Burns is a counsellor based in the United Kingdom who helps people facing stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, grief and parenting strains.

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About Joel

Joel Burns is a counsellor based in the United Kingdom who helps people facing stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, grief and parenting strains. He also supports people dealing with addiction, relationship and intimacy concerns, low self-esteem, anger and sleeping or eating difficulties. Joel works with those exploring life purpose, career changes, or coping with major life transitions.

He uses a calm, non-judgemental style and aims to create a welcoming space where people can be heard.

Background and approach

Sessions focus on practical steps and building skills that fit each person’s life. Joel describes his way of working as gentle and creative, and he moves at each client’s pace. Joel blends several approaches to match what a person needs.

He draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and client-centred ways of working, along with existential and motivational methods when useful. This lets him combine short-term strategies with deeper self-reflection. His background spans counselling, sport, education and social work.

Joel holds the NCPS credential and has six years of professional experience. He has worked and studied in different countries and values multicultural perspectives. In sessions Joel aims to help people notice unhelpful patterns, learn coping strategies and strengthen self-awareness.

He encourages autonomy by teaching skills, exploring values and supporting personal growth. The work often mixes practical exercises with reflective conversation. People can expect a collaborative approach that focuses on what matters to them.

Joel aims to help each person move towards clearer choices and more manageable daily routines.

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Registration

Body	Registration number	Expires
NCPS	NCS22-02756	July 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 Joel names

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How Joel’s approaches translate to online therapy

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice difficult thoughts and feelings without being driven by them. It focuses on identifying personal values and taking small, values-based steps forward, which can help with anxiety, depression and trauma-related avoidance. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) looks at how thoughts, feelings and actions connect and teaches practical techniques to change unhelpful patterns. It is useful for panic, low mood, sleep problems and many everyday difficulties. Client-Centred Therapy places the person’s experience at the heart of the session and relies on empathy and active listening to promote insight and confidence.

Finding the right mix of these approaches is part of the work. Joel treats approach selection as a collaboration and will adapt methods to fit a person’s goals, preferences and the issues they bring. That means sessions may include skill-building, reflective dialogue or short exercises chosen together.

Online formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text messaging. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation when rapport and non-verbal cues matter. Phone sessions can be easier when bandwidth is limited or for a quick check-in. Live chat and text messaging suit brief reflections, ongoing support between sessions or people who prefer writing. These options make therapy more flexible and easier to fit around work, family or travel.

Frequently asked

What concerns does Joel commonly help with?

He supports people with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, parenting challenges, depression and addictions, plus relationship and intimacy issues.

What is his style of therapy like?

His style is calm, creative and non-judgemental. He focuses on listening, practical steps and helping clients move at a comfortable pace.

How much clinical experience does he have?

Joel has six years of professional counselling experience working across counselling, sport, education and social work.

What credential does Joel hold and where is he based?

He holds the NCPS credential and practices from the United Kingdom.

Which languages are sessions offered in?

Sessions are offered in English and he accepts international clients.

What session formats are available?

Sessions can be by video call, phone, live chat or text-based messaging to suit different needs.

How are fees and payments handled?

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

How do I begin working with him?

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