Joanna (Jo) Walker, BACP

Joanna (Jo) Walker is an integrative counsellor and psychotherapist who brings a trauma-informed and LGBTQ+ affirming approach to her clinical work. She is a registered member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP), the UK professional body for counsellors and psychotherapists, and practices in line with its ethical framework. Jo creates a warm, non-judgemental space where clients can safely explore their thoughts and feelings and consider meaningful change.

Working collaboratively, Jo helps clients clarify their goals for therapy and tailors the approach to individual needs and preferences. She draws on a range of modalities, including humanistic, psychodynamic and behavioural therapies, blending these methods to match each person’s situation. Central to her work is the belief that clients are the experts in their own lives, so sessions focus on reflecting on current circumstances, exploring hopes for the future, and building on personal strengths and resources.

Therapy with Jo is designed to be dynamic and empowering, with regular opportunities to review progress and adjust the plan as needed. Her aim is to develop a trusting therapeutic relationship that supports sustainable, positive change over time.

Integrative therapeutic approaches and online care

Jo uses humanistic therapy to create a supportive, client-centred space where individuals explore their values, feelings and personal growth - this approach often helps with issues like low self-esteem, life transitions and relationship concerns. She also draws on psychodynamic methods to look at patterns rooted in past experiences and relationships, which can be useful for understanding recurring emotional responses and working through trauma and attachment-related difficulties. Behavioural techniques are employed to develop practical coping strategies and to address anxiety, stress and unhelpful habits by focusing on changing specific thoughts and actions.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Jo works collaboratively with each client to determine what fits best based on their needs, goals and preferences. She reviews progress regularly and adapts methods as therapy unfolds so the plan remains tailored and relevant.

Online therapy with Jo is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging, providing flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These options make it easier to access support from home or while travelling and allow clients to choose the format that feels most manageable for them, while working with registered professionals and therapists in a consistent therapeutic relationship.