Justine Howard, BACP

Justine Howard is a professional counsellor with more than 28 years of experience supporting people through a wide range of emotional and psychological challenges. She works in an integrative way, drawing primarily from Person-Centred Counselling and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) so that each person receives the mix of support and practical tools that best suits them. Person-Centred Counselling offers a warm, non-judgmental environment for exploring feelings and building self-understanding, while CBT provides structured techniques to recognise and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviours. Justine holds the BACP credential - the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy - a recognised professional body for counsellors and psychotherapists.

She has extensive experience helping people manage stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, eating difficulties, low self-esteem, motivation problems, and the challenges of life transitions. Her practice is rooted in respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and she adapts sessions to the individual, balancing empathic listening with practical strategies where appropriate. Acknowledging that reaching out for help can feel difficult, Justine aims to walk alongside clients as they take steps toward renewed confidence and personal growth.

Person-Centred and CBT Approaches for Online Support

Justine primarily combines Person-Centred Counselling and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) in her online work. Person-Centred Counselling focuses on offering an accepting, empathetic space where individuals can explore their emotions and build self-awareness; it is helpful for emotional distress, self-esteem concerns, and adjusting to life changes. CBT is a structured, evidence-based approach that helps people identify unhelpful thinking patterns and develop practical skills to manage anxiety, stress, and behaviours that get in the way of everyday life.

Finding the right therapeutic approach is part of the process and is decided collaboratively. Justine will work with clients to understand their needs, goals, and preferences and tailor sessions so the chosen methods feel like a good fit. Registered professionals and therapists often blend techniques to suit each person rather than applying a single method rigidly.

Online therapy with Justine is offered by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, giving flexibility to fit different schedules and comfort levels. These options make it easier to access regular support from home or while travelling, and allow sessions to focus on progress and practical steps that matter to the individual.