BACP
Joyce Akpogheneta, BACP
Therapist in the UK
Joyce is a BACP therapist in the UK.
- 11+ years of experience
- Focus areas include Stress, Anxiety, Trauma and abuse
- Approaches include Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy
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About Joyce
She works from a strengths-based perspective, recognising that individuals hold both visible and hidden resources that can guide them through change. Her practice addresses a broad range of concerns including low self-esteem, compassion fatigue, relationship and family challenges, grief, parenting difficulties, depression, and coping with life transitions. Additional areas of focus include attachment issues, blended family dynamics, dissociation, domestic violence, guilt and shame, multicultural concerns, prejudice and discrimination, seasonal affective disorder, self-harm, and young adult issues.
Joyce combines empathic listening with intentional support to help people move toward greater calm and purpose. She approaches each person as the expert on their own life and collaborates to identify practical steps, foster acceptance, and build hope. She offers accompaniment and guidance aimed at helping clients find what they need in their journey toward wellbeing.
Areas of expertise
Experience
11+ years
Credentials
BACP
Languages
English
Focus areas
See all focus areas
Approaches
Therapeutic approaches for online support
Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on how early and current relationships shape feelings of safety and connection. It can help people understand patterns in close relationships and heal difficulties related to trust, dependency, or separation. Client-Centered Therapy places the person's experience at the centre of the work - the therapist offers empathetic listening and non-judgmental support to help clients explore their values, build self-understanding, and strengthen self-worth. Motivational Interviewing is a collaborative, goal-oriented approach that helps people resolve ambivalence and find internal motivation for change; it is useful when someone is weighing options or trying to shift habits.
Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic journey. Joyce works collaboratively with each person to identify which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting the focus as those needs evolve. This collaborative process helps ensure the work feels relevant and practical.
Online therapy offers flexible ways to engage - video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging - so people can choose what suits their schedule and comfort level. These remote options increase accessibility for those balancing work, family, or geographical constraints and allow consistent continuity of care even when life circumstances change.
Frequently asked questions
How much experience does Joyce Akpogheneta have?
Joyce Akpogheneta has 11 years of experience.
Is Joyce Akpogheneta a registered therapist?
Yes. She holds BACP, which is the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy.
In which languages does Joyce Akpogheneta provide therapy?
Joyce provides therapy in English.
Where is Joyce Akpogheneta located?
She is located in the United Kingdom.
How can I work with Joyce Akpogheneta as my therapist?
You can work with Joyce through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Joyce Akpogheneta work with international clients?
Yes, Joyce works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Joyce Akpogheneta cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be cancelled at any time, for any reason. For current details, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.