Counsellor profile
Teresa Johnston, BACP
Counsellor - stress and relationships
See online counselling options- Person-Centred approach
- Mindfulness teaching
- BACP member
About Teresa
Counsellor Teresa Johnston, BACP member, has three years' experience working with stress, anxiety, relationship problems, grief, low self-esteem and life changes. She is based in the United Kingdom and offers counselling informed by person-centred work and mindfulness.
Teresa listens to what matters to each person and works at a steady pace. Sessions focus on what feels most pressing, such as coping with burnout, managing mood swings, or making sense of loss. She uses mindfulness practice to help people notice their thoughts and feelings without getting overwhelmed.
Her background includes work in healthcare and therapeutic settings. Teresa holds a Professional Diploma in Counselling and is completing a Master’s degree in Psychology at the University of Stirling. She is a registered member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, BACP.
In practical terms sessions are conversational. Teresa aims to help people clarify their concerns and try out small changes between meetings. Common themes she supports include parenting strain, sleep and eating difficulties, intimacy-related issues and challenges linked to ADHD or chronic health conditions.
Teresa also works with issues such as abandonment, attachment difficulties, body image, communication problems and caregiver stress. She accepts international clients and conducts work in English. Before booking, readers should check the current session options and subscription details so they know how to proceed.
Client-centred and mindfulness approaches for online counselling
Teresa works from a person-centred stance which means she listens closely and follows what matters to the client. This approach suits people who want time to talk through feelings and decisions without a set agenda.She is also a mindfulness teacher and uses simple mindfulness practices. These exercises help people notice thoughts, calm racing minds and reduce reactivity, which can be useful for anxiety, stress and sleep problems.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. Teresa will discuss goals and preferences and together they will decide what to try. That might be a conversational counselling focus, some short mindfulness exercises between sessions, or a mix of both to suit the person’s needs.
Session formats are not listed explicitly here, so please confirm current session options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit counselling around work, family and travel. It can also allow a shorter check-in when days are busy, or make it simpler to keep regular meetings when travel is difficult. Registered or accredited professionals can offer these practical benefits without changing the therapeutic aim.
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Experience
3+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she help with most often?
She works with stress, anxiety, relationship issues, grief, self-esteem and coping with life changes, plus related areas such as parenting strain and sleep or eating difficulties.
What is her therapeutic style?
She uses a person-centred way of working and mindfulness practices. Sessions are conversational and focus on what the client brings.
How much experience does she have?
She has three years of professional experience in counselling and related healthcare settings.
Which professional body is she a member of?
She is a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, BACP.
In which language are sessions held?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
Yes. She accepts international clients; check session options and time zones before booking.
How are sessions paid for?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I start a first session?
Select the See online counselling options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Details come from information the counsellor supplied to BetterHelp. A membership or registration can be checked on the professional body's own register.
Online counselling is not emergency care. In an emergency call 999, or see the help numbers.