18/12/2025
Hello and welcome,
Choosing to begin therapy is a very personal decision, and I truly believe that feeling a genuine connection with your therapist is essential. Just as in life, we don’t naturally connect with everyone, and when you are placing your trust, emotions, and vulnerability in someone else’s hands, it’s important that you feel safe, understood, and comfortable. Therapy works best when you feel able to open up to someone who can empathise with you and support you without judgement.
Taking that first step and reaching out to a therapist can feel daunting, and it’s important to me that you feel as comfortable and supported as possible from the very beginning.
A little about me: I am a fully qualified and insured Advanced Psychotherapeutic Counsellor, Clinical Hypnotherapist, and Mindfulness and Emotional Intelligence Facilitator Practitioner, based in Burnham-on-Crouch, Essex. I hold a Diploma and Advanced Diploma in Psychotherapeutic Counselling, a Diploma in Hypnotherapy, and I am a Certified Mindfulness and Emotional Intelligence Practitioner. I am also an accredited registered professional member of both The National Counselling Society and The National Hypnotherapy Society, and I work fully in line with their professional codes of ethics.
In addition, I hold a Diploma in Child Behaviour and have completed CPD training in working with parents of sick or premature babies, hypnotherapy with children, anger management, and criminal psychology. I have studied psychology and have dedicated my career to working with people, including volunteering my time as a victim support worker.
I am passionate about ongoing learning and regularly attend CPD courses to ensure my knowledge and skills remain current, effective, and grounded in tried-and-tested therapeutic approaches.
Working with people has always been my passion. I understand that some clients may feel nervous or anxious before their first session, which is why I place great importance on helping you feel at ease from the moment we meet. Creating a warm, calm, and supportive environment and building a strong therapeutic relationship together is central to the work we do.
If you are considering therapy or feel that something in your life is troubling you, please know that I am always approachable. I aim to respond to all enquiries as promptly as possible.
Taking that first step can feel big, but you don’t have to do it alone. Feel free to send me a message, and we can have an informal chat about how I may be able to support you and discuss your next steps forward.
Warm regards,
Joanna
