Dr. Joanna (Ioanna) Karaoulani

Dr Joanna (Ioanna) Karaoulani began her professional path with degrees in psychology and counselling, culminating in a PhD in clinical psychology. She is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, and brings around 20 years of experience to her work. Joanna focuses on helping people understand strong emotions and find ways to live more fully despite them.

She offers a warm, listening approach that centres the person's experience. Sessions aim to help people name feelings, see how those feelings affect choices, and find small, practical steps forward. Joanna emphasises humane, down-to-earth conversation over jargon or long lectures.

Her areas of concern include stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and intimacy difficulties, parenting worries, trauma and abuse, and anger. She also supports people facing burnout, career friction, identity concerns such as emptiness and abandonment, and challenges tied to family of origin, immigration, or infidelity.

Joanna draws on a mix of approaches to tailor work to each person. These include Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy, Emotionally-Focused Therapy, and Client-Centred Therapy. The focus is on practical tools alongside deeper emotional work.

Sessions are conversational and collaborative. Joanna aims to help people spot patterns, practise new skills, and build on strengths. Her style is patient and steady, suitable for someone wanting thoughtful support through change or difficult feelings.

She works in English and Greek and accepts international clients. To begin, users follow the site Start Therapy button and complete a short matching questionnaire before scheduling.

Approaches you can use in online therapy with Joanna

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people get clearer about what matters to them and take small, values-based steps even when emotions are strong. It often suits people facing anxiety, low mood or life transitions. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) focuses on noticing thoughts and behaviours that keep problems going and practising alternatives to reduce distress and improve daily functioning. It is commonly used for anxiety, depression and stress. Client-Centred Therapy offers a space where the person sets the pace and the counsellor listens without judgement, which can help with self-esteem, grief and relationship worries.

Finding the right blend of approaches is part of the work. Joanna will discuss goals and preferences and combine methods that fit the person and the issue. This is a collaborative process and can change as progress is made.

Session formats are not specified in the biography, so please confirm current options before booking. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. Some people find online sessions help maintain continuity during life changes or when they are travelling. Ask about practical details such as session length, scheduling and any materials to prepare so sessions fit into everyday life.