Jo Herbig

Jo Herbig is an AASW social worker with 22 years of experience helping people manage anger, stress and anxiety. She works with individuals facing relationship strain, family conflict and grief. Her approach is practical and respectful, aimed at calmer daily life and clearer communication.

Jo draws on psychotherapy and cognitive behavioural methods to help people understand patterns that fuel anger and stress. She uses straightforward tools to reduce reactivity and improve problem solving. Sessions focus on small, usable changes that can make a real difference at home and at work.

As a nationally accredited mediator, Jo has worked with separated families and contributes to a National Steering Committee supporting children after separation. That experience informs how she approaches communication problems and caregiver stress with attention to children's needs where relevant.

Jo tailors conversation and strategies to each person's situation. She pays attention to issues such as abandonment, attachment, guilt and shame, and the specific pressures that men or women might face. The aim is to build skills for steadier mood, healthier boundaries and better self-care.

Starting work with Jo usually means setting clear goals and trying practical exercises between sessions. She encourages small steps and ongoing reflection so changes are sustainable. Jo describes her stance as compassionate and direct, supporting people through difficult transitions and everyday pressures.

Evidence-based approaches and online support

Jo uses psychotherapy and cognitive behavioural techniques to address anger, stress and relationship difficulties. Psychotherapy provides a space to talk through patterns and emotions that underlie anger. Cognitive behavioural methods offer practical strategies to recognise unhelpful thoughts and change reactions, which can reduce outbursts and improve mood.

Finding the right approach is a shared process. The therapist will discuss your needs, goals and preferences and adapt methods as you progress. Together you will try strategies and choose what feels most helpful for day-to-day life.

Confirm current session options before booking, as formats are not listed in the biography. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, reduce travel time and allow brief check-ins when needed. It can also let people choose quieter surroundings, avoid camera use if preferred, or schedule sessions during a work break. Ask about available formats when you arrange the first appointment so sessions match your routine and goals.