Hi my name is Jo and I have been a qualified accredited Psychotherapeutic Counsellor since 2015; and I am based and trained in the UK.
Everyone is unique, and it is important that you the potential client feel able to connect with, and can trust the counsellor with whom you are looking to share your personal information and experiences with. To help you decide if I am that person here is some information about myself.
I am trained in an Integrated Approach to Counselling and Psychotherapy; which means I am able to draw upon a number of different theories, approaches and techniques when working therapeutically with a client. For example Humanistic, Person Centred, , Transactional Analysis, CBT, Solution Focussed and Psychodynamic.
I have experience of working with adults, children and young people, with individuals, couples and with groups.
One of my areas of expertise is Bereavement and Loss.
Having worked in palliative care for 7 years I have supported patients diagnosed with a terminal illness; as well as supporting their family members, in both the pre and post bereavement stages of grief and loss.
I have supported those who have suffered the death of a baby, child or young person through either a life limiting condition, or through a sudden and/or traumatic incident, as well as adults who have lost a significant other for example; a parent, partner, relative or friend.
Other presenting issues I have worked with in my counselling career include Stress, Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, Self Esteem, Trauma, Attachment, Relationship and Family Issues, Addiction and Abuse.
My counselling approach, is always tailored to the needs of the individual/s I am working with, as I know from experience, one counselling style does not suit everyone.
I would describe myself as empathic, approachable, trustworthy, a good listener, and I genuinely care about my work and those that I am fortunate to work with.
Thank you for taking the time to read my Bio.
Additional areas of focus: Abandonment, Attachment issues, Cancer, Caregiver issues and stress, Codependency, Communication problems, Control issues, Dissociation, Divorce and separation, Domestic violence, Drug and alcohol addiction, Family problems, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, Hospice and end-of-life counseling, Infidelity, Isolation / loneliness, Life purpose, Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Phobias, Postpartum depression, Post-traumatic stress, Pregnancy and childbirth, Self-harm, Self-love, Sexual assault and abuse, Social anxiety and phobia, Young adult issues
Clinical approaches: Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Hypnotherapy, Motivational Interviewing, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy
NCPS Therapist - Accredited Member (MNCPS Accred) #JW00P26
These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Joanne (Jo) Webster. We don't pay anyone to provide their review and they are all made voluntarily. Some people's experience receiving therapy with BetterHelp might be different.
Working with her has been an incredible experience. She is the most supportive therapist I’ve ever had — always present, genuinely caring, and bursting with such uplifting, positive energy. I always felt truly seen and valued, and her compassionate approach made a real difference in my life. I’m deeply grateful for her care.
Written on Dec 09, 2025 after therapy with Joanne (Jo) for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, eating disorders, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and adhd
Jo really listens and understands what I am looking to get out of the sessions
Written on Dec 09, 2025 after therapy with Joanne (Jo) for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, and self esteem
Jo is a very experienced and empathetic Therapist! She is great
Written on Sep 08, 2025 after therapy with Joanne (Jo) for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and self esteem
Joanne is so friendly and engaging and easily understands scenarios and situation I'm recalling. She's making detailed notes and has been extremely understanding. We have been able to cover many topics together in just a few sessions. I'm feeling much better already.
Written on May 15, 2025 after therapy with Joanne (Jo) for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
I feel very blessed to have been matched with Jo, she’s be great. I’ve been given tools to use to help with my anxiety, they have helped a lot and I also love the way she breaks things down, so we can get to the bottom of it.
Written on Apr 28, 2025 after therapy with Joanne (Jo) for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, and grief
Jo listens with care, provides validation and allows me to talk to get out my point of view and then come back with analysis / suggestions / challenge
Written on Apr 28, 2025 after therapy with Joanne (Jo) for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, and anger management