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Josephine Cleverly, BACP

Josephine Cleverly is a counsellor with six years of professional experience.

About Josephine

Josephine Cleverly is a counsellor with six years of professional experience. She works with people facing stress, anxiety, relationship problems, trauma and abuse, low self-esteem, and life changes. Her practice also covers grief, addiction, parenting worries, anger, career decisions and issues related to ADHD and compassion fatigue.

She trained at BA level in Psychology, Psychotherapy and Counselling in Lancashire and completed a Masters in Integrative Counselling in Melbourne, Australia. Much of her work has taken place overseas, including time as a school counsellor at a large international school in Singapore.

Background and approach

That role exposed her to a wide range of presenting issues and age groups. Josephine uses an integrative approach, drawing on attachment ideas, play-based methods, person-centred principles, cognitive behavioural tools and solution-focused techniques. She adapts sessions to what feels most helpful for each person rather than following one fixed model.

Sessions can include creative exercises as well as talking, depending on the client’s needs. She places emphasis on respect, sensitivity and compassion in the therapeutic relationship. Josephine aims to make sessions feel natural and manageable, so people can talk through difficult experiences at their own pace.

Her background supporting those affected by domestic violence and trauma shapes a calm, steady style. People who choose to work with her can expect practical conversation and collaborative planning. She tailors discussions and agreed steps to each person’s situation, helping them build confidence, cope with change and find clearer ways forward.

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BACP	379239	June 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

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

Stress, Anxiety
Relationship issues
Trauma and abuse
Self esteem
Coping with life changes
Addictions
Family conflicts
Grief
Intimacy-related issues
Parenting issues
Anger management
Career difficulties
Depression
Coaching
Compassion fatigue
ADHD
Antisocial personality
Attachment issues
Autism and Asperger Syndrome
Blended family issues
Codependency
Communication problems
Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)
Divorce and separation
Domestic violence
Emptiness
Family problems
Forgiveness
Guilt and shame
Intellectual disability
Isolation / loneliness
Life purpose
Mood disorders
Panic disorder and panic attacks
Self-harm
Self-love
Sexual assault and abuse
Social anxiety and phobia
Women's issues
Workplace issues
Young adult issues

Approaches that suit online therapy

Josephine draws on integrative counselling methods that blend several practical techniques. Person-centred work focuses on listening and building a supportive relationship so people can talk through their concerns and feel understood. Cognitive behavioural tools help identify unhelpful thought patterns and test small behavioural changes to reduce anxiety or low mood. Play-based and solution-focused ideas are used when creative exercises or short, goal-oriented tasks suit the person better.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Josephine will discuss your needs, goals and preferences and try methods that fit your situation. She adapts the plan as you go, checking in about what helps and what does not, so the work remains practical and relevant.

Online therapy offers flexible ways to connect. Video calls work well for face-to-face conversation and visual cues. Phone sessions can be easier when bandwidth is low or you want a shorter check-in. Live chat and text-based messaging suit people who prefer typing, want brief reflections during the day, or need sessions that fit around work or caregiving. These options make it easier to keep continuity and fit therapy into a busy life.

Frequently asked

What kinds of concerns does Josephine help with?

She supports people with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship issues and trauma and abuse. Other areas include grief, addictions, parenting worries, anger and career difficulties.

How would you describe her therapeutic style?

She works in a person-led, integrative way that mixes talking and creative methods. The style is adaptable and focuses on what helps each person most.

What is her professional background?

She has six years of experience and has worked as a school counsellor in an international school in Singapore. She holds a BA in Psychology, Psychotherapy and Counselling and a Masters in Integrative Counselling.

What credential does she hold and where is she based?

Josephine is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, shown as BACP. She practises from the United Kingdom.

Which languages are offered and can she work with overseas clients?

Sessions are offered in English and she accepts international clients.

What session formats are available?

Sessions can be arranged as video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text-based messaging. The variety allows different ways to meet depending on practical needs.

How are sessions charged?

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

How do I begin working with her?

Start by selecting the Start Therapy button and completing a short matching questionnaire. Then schedule sessions according to therapist availability.