- Trauma and grief
- Workplace coaching
- Sleep and mood
About Joanne
Joanne Rankin welcomes people who are feeling stuck, overwhelmed or uncertain about what comes next. She is Joanne Rankin NCPS and works with adults who are dealing with trauma and abuse, grief, sleep problems and bipolar difficulties. She also offers coaching for people managing workplace stress or career changes.
Jo has eight years of experience in counselling and holds an MSc in Psychology, a BA (Hons) and a Level 5 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling. She is registered with the National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society, NCPS. Her background combines clinical work and coaching, so she can support emotional and practical goals.
Her way of working blends approaches to match the person in front of her. Sessions tend to focus on making small, usable changes and on building understanding of why certain patterns persist. She aims to listen without judgment and to help people find clearer ways forward.
Jo uses methods drawn from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, mindfulness and attachment-based ideas where these fit the person’s needs. Therapy sessions are collaborative - she offers options and explains what each approach might help with.
If someone wants to begin, the usual route is to use the site’s Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire and then arrange sessions according to availability. People should check the session formats offered before booking to make sure they suit practical needs.
How Jo’s approaches translate to online therapy
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) encourages people to clarify what matters to them and to take small committed steps toward those values. It is often used for anxiety, low mood and long-term struggles where avoidance keeps people stuck. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) looks at the links between thoughts, feelings and actions and offers practical strategies to change unhelpful patterns, which can help with sleep problems and mood fluctuations. Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on how early relationship experiences shape coping and trust, and can be useful for people working through abandonment, attachment issues or relationship patterns.Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will discuss different methods and together with the client choose what feels most useful. This is a collaborative process that can change as goals shift over time.
Please confirm the exact online session formats available before booking, as these are not listed here. In general, online counselling can make it easier to fit appointments around work and family life, reduce travel time and allow for shorter check-ins when schedules are tight. It also lets people access Jo’s particular mix of therapeutic and coaching skills from where they are based in the United Kingdom.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
8+ years
Credentials
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does Joanne help with?
She supports adults with trauma and abuse, grief and loss, sleep difficulties and bipolar-related concerns, and offers coaching for work stress and career transitions.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
Her style is integrative and practical, mixing approaches like ACT, CBT and mindfulness to suit each person. Sessions focus on understanding patterns and making workable changes.
What experience does she bring?
Jo has eight years of professional experience combining counselling and coaching work. That background informs both emotional support and practical goal-setting.
What credentials and location are noted?
She is registered with the National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society (NCPS) and is based in the United Kingdom.
In which language are sessions conducted?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the UK work with her?
International clients are not currently accepted.
What does therapy cost and how are sessions paid for?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin a therapy relationship with her?
Use the Start Therapy button on the site, complete the short matching questionnaire and then schedule sessions based on her availability.