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Joanna Cottrell, BACP

BACP UK therapist for life transitions
  • Stress and anxiety support
  • Relationship and career guidance
  • Empowerment and self esteem

About Joanna Cottrell

Joanna Cottrell is a qualified United Kingdom therapist with 8 years of professional experience applying counselling skills. She supports people facing stress, anxiety, depression, low motivation, self-esteem and confidence difficulties, as well as relationship and career challenges, by offering practical and empathic guidance.

Joanna creates a welcoming space where thoughts and feelings can be expressed without judgment, encouraging clients to explore what matters to them and to build the resources needed for change. She approaches each person as an individual and works collaboratively to identify achievable steps toward a more fulfilling life.

Registered with BACP - the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy - Joanna brings a compassionate, client-centered approach to therapy and aims to empower people to make the changes they seek while providing steady professional support along the way.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, AnxietySelf esteemCareer difficultiesDepressionADHD

Also Specializes In

AddictionsLGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigue

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBody imageCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDependent personalityDissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily problemsFatherhood issuesGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHoardingImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersPanic disorder and panic attacksPhobiasPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSexual assault and abuseSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Motivational Interviewing Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Joanna Cottrell have?

Joanna Cottrell has 8 years of professional experience.

Is Joanna Cottrell a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the BACP credential, indicating membership of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy.

In which languages does Joanna Cottrell provide therapy?

She provides therapy in English.

Where is Joanna Cottrell located?

She is based in the United Kingdom.

How can I work with Joanna Cottrell as my therapist?

She offers sessions by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging.

Does Joanna Cottrell work with international clients?

No. Joanna Cottrell does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Joanna Cottrell cost?

Costs can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started is quick. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Could Remote Therapy Be a Good Fit?

Many people ask whether meeting with a therapist remotely can help them. For common concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, and major life transitions, online therapy is a practical option that many find effective and accessible.

One major benefit is flexibility - people can connect in the way that suits them best, whether by video call, phone session, live chat, or text-based messaging. That flexibility makes it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules and to maintain continuity of care when life is unpredictable.

Therapists who offer remote sessions are licensed professionals, and it is possible to change therapists if a different fit is needed. For those weighing their options, online therapy can offer a convenient, professional route to support and progress.

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