Joanne McKenzie

Joanne McKenzie is a therapeutic counsellor who works from a person-centred approach. She uses a calm, listening style to help people talk through stress, anxiety, relationship issues and LGBTQ concerns. Joanne holds the NCPS credential and has four years of professional experience in the United Kingdom.

She aims to make sessions straightforward and respectful. People are encouraged to say what matters to them and to move at their own pace. Joanne focuses on building trust so difficult topics can be discussed without judgement.

Her work often addresses self-esteem, confidence and the aftermath of domestic abuse. She also supports people dealing with grief, eating concerns, parenting strains and anger. Joanne helps people spot patterns in how they react and find small changes that ease day-to-day pressure.

Joanne uses practical tools drawn from cognitive behavioural ideas and solution-focused techniques alongside her client-centred stance. Mindfulness exercises are offered when useful to calm the body and mind. The choice of method is adapted to what each person needs in the moment.

Joanne’s practice is based in the United Kingdom and she communicates in English. She describes starting therapy as a brave step and aims to be a steady presence throughout the process.

How Joanne’s approaches translate to online counselling

Joanne integrates a person-centred stance with practical methods so online sessions focus on what matters to the person. Client-Centred Therapy means the counsellor listens closely and follows the client’s lead, helping them put into words what they feel and want to change. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) offers simple, structured ways to notice thoughts and try different responses, which can help with anxiety, anger and low mood.

Choosing the right approach is part of the process. Joanne works together with each person to decide which methods suit their goals and preferences, and she adjusts the balance of listening, practical exercises and mindfulness as needed. This collaborative way helps the work stay relevant to everyday life.

Session formats are not specified in the biography, so please confirm current options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy around busy days, reduce travel time and allow shorter check-ins when needed. It also lets people try exercises between sessions and bring real-life examples straight into the conversation.