John Courtney

John Courtney is a counsellor who helps people facing stress, anxiety, grief, relationship strain and loss. He also supports those dealing with trauma and abuse, anger, low self-esteem, parenting pressures, career questions and the wider shocks of life change. John works from a straightforward, accepting stance so people can talk about what feels hard without feeling judged.

He aims to build a trusting, genuine relationship first. That relationship is the place where people can look at what is bothering them, where feelings might come from, and how those patterns affect everyday life. John uses a client-centred outlook that keeps the person and their experience at the centre of the work.

John blends psychodynamic ideas with humanistic person-centred practice. That mix means he pays attention to past experiences and the meanings those hold, while also focusing on the here-and-now of how someone lives and copes today. He will work at the pace that feels manageable and follow the concerns the client brings.

Sessions typically involve talking things through, reflecting on recurring patterns, and trying small changes that can make day-to-day life easier. He also draws on solution-focused tools when people want practical steps and clearer short-term goals.

John holds BACP accreditation, has four years' experience and practises from the United Kingdom. He welcomes people who are exploring their feelings about identity, relationships and major life transitions, and aims to make the first steps straightforward and human.

How John’s approaches translate to online therapy