Counsellor profile
Joanne Rothery, NCPS
Counsellor - stress and trauma
See online counselling options- Person-centred
- CBT techniques
- Trauma-focused work
About Joanne
Counsellor Joanne Rothery is a NCPS-registered practitioner with four years of experience. She works with people on stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, self-esteem, coping with life changes, grief and related concerns. Sessions are offered in English and she accepts international clients.
Joanne uses a person-centred way of working. She aims to place the client at the centre of sessions and to listen without judgement. That means the person bringing the issue decides what to focus on and the pace of work.
She also uses cognitive behavioural techniques to help people notice and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviours. These methods are often used for anxiety, low mood, sleeping problems and managing stress.
For those who have experienced abuse or traumatic events she draws on trauma-focused approaches to support processing and coping. This can include grounding and stabilising techniques before any deeper work.
Joanne says lived experience informs her practice. She aims to help clients who want practical steps to feel calmer, rebuild confidence or talk things through during a difficult period. Sessions are described simply and directly, with an emphasis on listening and practical coping strategies.
How her counselling approaches work online
Joanne uses person-centred counselling, which means the client sets the focus and the counsellor listens and reflects. This approach helps people who need to talk through how they feel and decide what matters most to them.She also draws on cognitive behavioural therapy, a practical method that helps identify unhelpful thoughts and actions and try different responses. CBT is often useful for anxiety, low mood, sleep problems and stress management.
For people affected by abuse or traumatic events she uses trauma-focused work to support stabilisation and gradual processing. That can include grounding and coping strategies before any deeper trauma work takes place.
Choosing an approach is collaborative. Joanne will discuss options with the client and adapt methods to fit goals and preferences. The way she works online is intended to reflect the same collaborative decisions made in person.
The biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm current session options before booking. Online counselling can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, reduce travel time and allow shorter check-ins when needed. Registered or accredited professionals and therapists often find online work helps people maintain continuity while juggling work, family or other commitments.
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Experience
4+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she work with most often?
She commonly works with stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, self-esteem, grief and coping with life changes.
What style of therapy does she use?
Her core approach is person-centred counselling, supplemented with cognitive behavioural techniques and trauma-focused methods when appropriate.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has four years of clinical experience working with people on the concerns listed above.
Which credential does she hold and where is she based?
She is registered with NCPS and practises in the United Kingdom.
Are sessions offered in other languages?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the UK work with her?
She accepts international clients.
How are fees and payments handled?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin if I want to work with her?
Use the See online counselling options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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