Johanna Skillen, BACP

Johanna Skillen is a BACP-registered therapist based in the United Kingdom with five years of professional experience supporting people through stress, anxiety, grief, depression and major life changes. She works with clients facing trauma and abuse, relationship challenges, control issues, and struggles with self-esteem and motivation, offering practical and compassionate guidance aimed at helping individuals rebuild confidence and self-love.

Drawing on client-centered techniques and evidence-informed methods, Johanna creates a welcoming space where thoughts and feelings can be explored without judgement. Her approach emphasizes listening, empathy, and collaboration so clients can identify what matters most to them and take steps toward a more fulfilling life. She frames the work as a partnership, meeting people where they are and tailoring support to each person’s situation.

Johanna holds BACP credentials - the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy - which represents professional standards for counsellors and psychotherapists in the UK. She offers therapy through a range of online and remote formats to accommodate different schedules and preferences, helping clients access consistent support as they navigate change and recovery.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Support

Johanna combines client-centered therapy and cognitive behavioral therapy to tailor support to each person’s needs. Client-centered therapy focuses on creating an accepting, nonjudgmental environment where clients can explore their feelings and values; it is useful for people seeking greater self-understanding, improved self-esteem, and stronger self-love. Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) offers practical strategies to identify and shift unhelpful thinking and behaviour patterns, which can be especially helpful for managing symptoms of anxiety, stress, and low mood.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Johanna works collaboratively with clients to determine what fits best. She listens to each person’s goals and preferences, adjusts techniques as needed, and supports clients in testing new ways of thinking and coping in real life.

Online therapy with Johanna is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to provide flexibility and accessibility. These options make it easier to fit sessions into busy lives, reduce travel time, and maintain continuity of care when circumstances change, while allowing registered professionals to deliver consistent therapeutic support.