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Jo Reidy, BACP

Experienced counsellor for anxiety and life stressors

15 years in practice · based in United Kingdom · sessions in English · online sessions

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About Jo

Jo Reidy is a counsellor with 15 years of professional experience in the United Kingdom. She supports people who are struggling with stress and anxiety, coping with addictions, trauma and abuse, and eating difficulties. Jo creates a calm, non-judgemental space where clients can name worries and begin to make changes.

She emphasises a collaborative way of working. Sessions focus on what matters most to the person sitting in the room, and practical steps are taken between meetings.

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Background and approach

Jo believes change starts with small, manageable shifts rather than big leaps. Her practice draws on approaches that help people understand patterns in relationships and in their own thinking. That includes looking at attachment, feelings in close relationships, and how thoughts affect mood and behaviour.

Jo uses these ideas to help people feel less overwhelmed and more able to cope. Jo also works with issues such as low self-esteem, grief, sleeping problems, parenting strain and workplace stress. She supports people dealing with life transitions, chronic health burdens, and identity questions.

The focus is on clear, practical strategies and on listening closely to each person’s story. Sessions are available in English and can be arranged to suit different time zones. Jo combines warmth with steady direction to help people move forward at a pace that suits them.

How Jo's approaches work online

Attachment-based work looks at how early relationship patterns influence current worries and closeness. In sessions this can help people understand why they react strongly in relationships and find new ways to feel safer and more connected. Client-centred therapy focuses on the person's own goals and pace, offering listening and reflection so people can explore feelings and decide what matters most to them. Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) helps identify unhelpful thoughts and behaviours, and teaches practical strategies to reduce anxiety, improve sleep and change coping habits.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapy process. Jo will talk with each person about their needs, goals and preferences and together they will decide which ideas and techniques to try. This collaborative planning can change over time as work deepens or priorities shift.

Online formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging. Video is helpful for face-to-face conversation and visual connection. Phone sessions can be easier when bandwidth is limited or a shorter check-in is needed. Live chat and messaging suit people who prefer writing between sessions or who need flexible timing. These options make it easier to fit therapy around work, travel and different schedules while keeping the focus on progress and practical tools.
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Questions people ask

What concerns does Jo specialise in?
Jo supports people with stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, eating difficulties and depression, among many other issues such as grief, sleep problems and work-related strain.
What is Jo's therapeutic style?
She works collaboratively and listens closely, helping clients name patterns and try practical steps between sessions. The tone is calm, straightforward and focused on what the client wants to change.
How much experience does Jo have?
Jo has 15 years of professional experience working with a broad range of emotional and behavioural concerns.
What credentials and location apply?
Jo is BACP registered and practices from the United Kingdom.
Which languages and international arrangements are supported?
Sessions are offered in English and Jo accepts clients internationally, allowing work across different time zones.
What session formats are available?
Jo offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging to suit different preferences and schedules.
How does pricing work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions are provided through a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working 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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Experience
15 years
Licensed
Languages
English

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