Jo Bealey, BACP
Jo Bealey is a counsellor who helps people who feel they are not at their best.
- Stress & Anxiety
- Relationship issues
- Parenting issues
- +14 more
About Jo
Jo Bealey is a counsellor who helps people who feel they are not at their best. She uses a gentle, person-centred way of working so clients set the pace. Jo offers a calm, approachable presence and aims to make first steps into therapy less daunting.
She meets people who are struggling with anxiety, stress or low mood and helps them make sense of what is happening. She also supports those dealing with relationship problems, grief, trauma, and eating or sleeping difficulties.
Background and approach
Practical day-to-day concerns such as work stress, parenting strain, body image and self-esteem are also part of her practice. Jo draws on attachment ideas to look at how past relationships affect present patterns. She uses client-centred methods to focus on what matters to each person.
Emotion-focused and psychodynamic ideas are woven in where they help deepen understanding of feelings and behaviour. Sessions are collaborative. Jo listens first and follows the client’s lead, offering gentle reflection and questions to open up options.
She explains things in plain language and works at a pace that feels comfortable for the person in front of her. Her approach is practical and relational, aiming to help people notice patterns, try different ways of relating, and build coping skills for everyday life. Jo hopes therapy will leave people feeling clearer, more steady, and better able to cope with change.
Registration
| Body | Registration number | Expires |
|---|---|---|
| BACP | 395663 | February 2026 |
Registration details are as listed on the counsellor's public profile. You can check any number with the registering body.
Sessions and payment
Sessions are held online through our partner platform, by video, phone or messaging depending on the counsellor.
Costs are shown on the partner platform before you commit. If cost is a concern, ask about reduced-fee options.
Focus areas and approaches
What Jo works with
Everything Jo lists, in their own terms.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Relationship issues
- Parenting issues
- Self esteem
- LGBT
- Trauma and abuse
- Grief
- Eating disorders
- Sleeping disorders
- Anger management
- Career difficulties
- Depression
- Coping with life changes
- Coaching
- Compassion fatigue
- Abandonment
- Attachment issues
- Avoidant personality
- Blended family issues
- Body image
- Caregiver issues and stress
- Codependency
- Commitment issues
- Communication problems
- Control issues
- Dependent personality
- Divorce and separation
- Eating and food-related issues
- Emptiness
- Family problems
- Fatherhood issues
- Fertility issues
- Forgiveness
- Guilt and shame
- Isolation / loneliness
- Jealousy
- Life purpose
- Midlife crisis
- Money and financial issues
- Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
- Panic disorder and panic attacks
- Postpartum depression
- Post-traumatic stress
- Pregnancy and childbirth
- Prejudice and discrimination
- Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
- Self-harm
- Self-love
- Social anxiety and phobia
- Traumatic brain injury
- Women's issues
- Workplace issues
- Young adult issues
Approaches Jo lists
- Attachment-Based Therapy
- Client-Centred Therapy
- Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Psychodynamic Therapy
Listing an approach is not evidence of training in it. This directory copies what each counsellor names and does not check training records.
Online support
Emotionally-focused ideas are also used to help name and sit with difficult emotions. This can be useful when people are processing grief, trauma, or strong relationship feelings. Jo will work with each person to decide which approach or combination fits best, based on their needs and aims. This is a collaborative process and she adjusts methods as trust grows.
Online formats give practical advantages. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation when meeting in person is difficult. Phone sessions use less bandwidth and can be easier when movement or camera use is unwanted. Live chat and text messaging suit shorter check-ins, ongoing reflection between sessions, or people who prefer typing. These options make it easier to fit therapy around work, family life and travel while keeping the focus on progress and relationship work.
Frequently asked
What kinds of problems does Jo help with?
Jo works with people experiencing stress, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, grief, trauma and related concerns such as eating or sleeping problems and low self esteem.
What is Jo's style in sessions?
Her style is person centred - she listens first and follows the client's lead. Sessions are conversational, with gentle reflection and questions to help people understand and try new ways of coping.
What background does she have?
Jo has four years of experience working as a counsellor and draws on attachment theory, emotion-focused and psychodynamic ideas alongside client-centred practice.
Where does Jo practise and what credential does she hold?
She is based in the United Kingdom and holds BACP accreditation as documented.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English and Jo also accepts international clients.
What session formats are available?
Jo offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging to suit different needs and schedules.
How are fees handled?
Costs vary with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin if I want to work with Jo?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.
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