Dawn Johnston, BACP - Therapist in United Kingdom

Person-centred approach
Practical coping tools
Mindfulness and CBT

About Dawn

Dawn Johnston helps people who are dealing with stress, anxiety, low mood, relationship strain, anger and problems with self-esteem. She also supports those coping with grief, sleep or eating concerns, parenting challenges, career uncertainty and major life changes. Dawn works with mood disorders, panic symptoms and issues that follow trauma and abuse.

Dawn uses a person-centred approach that puts the client at the centre of the conversation. She listens closely and adapts sessions to the pace each person needs. Her way of working is warm and direct, with practical strategies offered alongside space to talk.

She mixes approaches to match what each person needs at the time. This can mean using elements of cognitive behavioural therapy to spot and change unhelpful thinking, or drawing on mindfulness to reduce stress in day-to-day life. Hypnotherapy and psychodynamic ideas are sometimes included to access deeper patterns and motivation.

With two decades of professional experience Dawn aims for clear, simple goals in therapy. She helps people build coping tools, improve communication and regain confidence. Sessions are collaborative and adjusted as progress unfolds.

Dawn is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, BACP, and works from the United Kingdom. Sessions are carried out in English. If you are unsure about the first step, she encourages a short initial match and planning conversation to see if her style feels right for you.

How these approaches translate to online sessions

Client-centred therapy focuses on helping the person feel heard and respected while they talk about what matters most. This approach aims to create a space where goals emerge from the client's priorities rather than a fixed agenda. Cognitive behavioural therapy, or CBT, looks at links between thoughts, feelings and actions and teaches practical exercises to reduce anxiety, panic or low mood. Hypnotherapy uses guided relaxation and focused attention to access motivation and change habits in a calm state.

Choosing the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will discuss options with each person and decide collaboratively what to try first, then refine the plan as progress is made. Clients are invited to give feedback so the style and techniques match their goals and comfort level.

Please confirm the current session options before booking, as formats were not specified in the original profile. Online sessions can help people fit therapy into busy lives, reduce travel time and make it easier to attend short or regular check-ins. They also allow for calmer scheduling around work or family commitments and can make it simpler to practise exercises between appointments.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesAnger managementSelf esteem Depression

Also works with

Family conflictsTrauma and abuse GriefEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoaching

Additional focus areas

Abandonment Blended family issues Caregiver issues and stress Communication problems Divorce and separationFamily problemsHoardingInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purpose Mood disorders Panic disorder and panic attacksPhobiasPostpartum depression Women's issues

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)HypnotherapyMindfulness TherapyPsychodynamic Therapy

Experience

20+ years

Listed in

United Kingdom

Languages

English

Frequently asked questions

What issues does Dawn help with?

Dawn supports people with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, anger, grief and trauma-related concerns, among other issues listed in her profile.

How would you describe her therapeutic style?

She uses a person-centred style that focuses on listening and adapting to each individual. Practical techniques and reflective conversation are combined to meet immediate needs.

What is her background and experience?

She has around 20 years of professional experience working with a wide range of emotional and life challenges.

What credentials and location are listed?

She is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, BACP, and practices from the United Kingdom.

Which languages are sessions offered in?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can international clients work with her?

International clients are accepted according to the information provided in her profile.

How are fees and payment handled?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.

What should I do to begin therapy?

To start, select the Start Therapy button, fill in a short matching questionnaire and then schedule according to the therapist's availability.

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