Joanne McKenzie, NCPS

Joanne McKenzie is a UK-based Therapeutic Counsellor with four years of professional experience and holds the NCPS credential, a recognised professional counselling qualification. She practices from a person-centred perspective, prioritising the client’s own resources and pace while providing skilled guidance where needed.

Joanne works with people facing stress and anxiety, relationship difficulties, domestic abuse, self-esteem and confidence concerns, and issues affecting LGBTQ+ clients. Her practice also supports those navigating grief, trauma, parenting challenges, and a range of life transitions. She aims to tailor each session to the individual’s needs rather than applying a one-size-fits-all method.

In sessions Joanne focuses on creating an open and non-judgmental space where thoughts and feelings can be explored honestly. She encourages clients to take the first courageous step toward therapy and commits to accompanying them throughout the process, offering steady support and collaborative problem solving. Prospective clients in the United Kingdom can expect a compassionate, client-centred approach that emphasises listening, understanding, and practical ways to move forward.

Approaches and online support tailored to you

Joanne uses client-centred therapy to place the individual’s experience at the heart of sessions. This approach focuses on empathetic listening and helping people find their own solutions, which can be especially helpful for issues like relationship concerns, self-esteem, and identity-related challenges.

She also integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help clients identify and gently challenge unhelpful thought patterns and develop practical coping strategies for stress, anxiety, and low mood. When appropriate, Joanne includes mindfulness techniques to increase present-moment awareness and reduce emotional reactivity, supporting calmer responses to difficult situations.

Finding the right blend of approaches is part of the therapeutic process. Joanne works collaboratively with each client - considering their goals, preferences, and life circumstances - to determine which methods feel most helpful and to adjust the plan over time.

Online therapy with Joanne is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to provide flexibility around work, family, and mobility. These options make it easier for clients to access regular support from registered professionals without extensive travel, helping therapy fit into busy lives.