- Client-centred focus
- Anxiety and stress
- Grief and loss
About Johanna
Johanna Skillen is a counsellor practising in the United Kingdom with five years of professional experience and a BACP credential. She creates a calm, non-judgemental space where people can talk about what matters to them. Johanna aims to make the first steps into therapy feel manageable and supported.
She helps people who are dealing with stress, anxiety and depression. She also works with those facing grief, trauma and abuse, and with issues around motivation, self-esteem and confidence. Additional areas of focus include control issues and building self-love.
In sessions Johanna listens closely and follows each person’s pace. Conversations centre on what the client wants and how to move towards clearer choices. Practical ideas may be offered alongside time to reflect and make sense of difficult feelings.
Her practice emphasises openness and respect. Clients can expect a steady, patient approach that focuses on everyday steps forward. Johanna aims to help people find ways to cope with life changes and regain a sense of direction.
People usually begin by sharing what brought them to therapy and what they hope to change. From there Johanna and the client shape a plan together, revisiting it as needed. The emphasis is on realistic goals and small, sustainable progress.
How her approaches shape online therapy
Client-Centred Therapy puts the client's experience at the heart of sessions. The therapist listens attentively and follows what the person brings to each meeting, helping them to clarify feelings and make their own decisions. This approach can be helpful for people needing a supportive space to talk through worry, grief or life changes.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, focuses on the links between thoughts, feelings and behaviour. It uses practical exercises and simple tools to test unhelpful thinking and build coping strategies. This approach is often useful for anxiety, low mood and stress-related patterns.
Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Johanna will work with the person to find what fits their needs, goals and preferences, and may combine elements from both approaches as appropriate. The plan is reviewed as therapy progresses so adjustments can be made together.
Confirm the available session options before booking, as specific formats are not listed here. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into daily life, for example by removing travel and allowing meetings during a lunch break or between commitments. It can also allow for shorter check-ins when that better suits a person's schedule.
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Therapeutic approaches
Experience
5+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Johanna commonly help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, trauma and abuse, plus self-esteem and confidence issues. She also focuses on control issues and self-love.
What is her therapeutic style like?
Her approach is gentle and client-centred, with room for reflection and practical ideas. Sessions are shaped around each person's needs and pace.
How much experience does she have?
She has five years of professional work experience supporting people with a range of mental health and life-change issues.
What credentials and location are on record?
She holds BACP and practises in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Are international clients accepted?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are sessions paid for and what are the costs?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions are booked through a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with Johanna?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.
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