Hello, I'm Teresa, a Person-Centred counsellor and Mindfulness teacher based in the UK, with many years of experience supporting individuals through times of change, loss, and emotional overwhelm.
My background includes work in both healthcare and therapeutic settings, and I offer a warm, compassionate space where you can be fully heard, without judgment, pressure, or expectation.
I currently offer sessions Monday to Friday, between 9am and 5pm GMT, and work with clients based in the UK and internationally. If you are considering working with me from a different time zone, this is worth keeping in mind when exploring availability.
I've supported clients navigating:
Stress and burnout
Anxiety and emotional dysregulation
Relationship challenges and communication issues
Grief, bereavement, and complex loss
Low self-esteem and inner confidence
Life transitions, including career shifts, health changes, and spiritual growth
My approach is rooted in deep respect for your lived experience. I don't believe in quick fixes or one-size-fits-all methods. Instead, I'll work alongside you, gently and collaboratively, helping you make sense of what's been hard, and move toward a life that feels more aligned with who you truly are.
It takes courage to ask for support. If you're here, you've already taken the first step. I'd be honoured to walk beside you on the path ahead.
I hold a Professional Diploma in Counselling and an MSc in Psychology from the University of Stirling. I'm also a qualified Mindfulness teacher and registered member of both COSCA and BACP, working in line with their ethical frameworks to ensure safe, compassionate, and client-centred care.
Additional areas of focus: Intimacy-related issues, Eating disorders, Sleeping disorders, Parenting issues, Career difficulties, Bipolar disorder, Compassion fatigue, ADHD, Abandonment, Aging and geriatric issues, Attachment issues, Autism and Asperger Syndrome, Avoidant personality, Blended family issues, Body image, Cancer, Caregiver issues and stress, Chronic pain, illness, and disability, Codependency, Commitment issues, Communication problems, Control issues, Coping with natural or human-caused disaster, Dependent personality, Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD), Dissociation, Divorce and separation, Emptiness, Family of origin issues, Family problems, Fatherhood issues, First responder issues, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, Hearing impaired, HIV / AIDS, Hoarding, Hospice and end-of-life counseling, Immigration issues, Impulsivity, Infidelity, Intellectual disability, Isolation / loneliness, Jealousy, Life purpose, Midlife crisis, Mood disorders, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Personality disorders, Post-traumatic stress, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Self-harm, Self-love, Social anxiety and phobia, Somatization, Visually impaired, Women's issues, Workplace issues, Young adult issues
Clinical approaches: Client-Centered Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy
BACP Therapist - Registered Member MBACP #411754
These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Teresa Johnston. 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.
Teresa is such a kind and caring lady, she does not pressure you into booking appointments, replies quickly on the general chat area and can offer more casual support that way rather than a full session. Unfortunately due to finds I am having to cancel but if this was not an issue I would continue with Teresa 100%
Written on Jun 03, 2026 after therapy with Teresa for 6 months on issues concerning depression, family conflicts, eating disorders, self esteem, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
Teresa is a lovely therapist, so supportive and understanding. She has made such a huge difference to how I’ve been feeling over the last few months and I would really recommend a session with her!
Written on Dec 12, 2025 after therapy with Teresa for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, eating disorders, and self esteem
Really lovely therapist, listened and was kind. I'm sorry not to be able to afford to continue.
Written on Jul 25, 2025 after therapy with Teresa for 4 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, and career difficulties