Jo Read
Support for stress, trauma and life changes
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About Jo
Jo Read helps people facing stress, anxiety, low self-esteem and depression. She also supports those dealing with trauma, grief, relationship and intimacy concerns, addiction, eating issues, bipolar mood problems and ADHD. Jo works with people navigating major life changes, career questions and compassion fatigue.
Jo trained as a counsellor and is a member of the British Association of Counsellors and Psychotherapists (BACP). She also qualified as a social worker and has over 20 years of experience working with young people and adults in youth work, education, mental health and social care.
Background and approach
Jo completed a Level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling through the Counselling and Psychotherapy Awarding Body. Her sessions follow a person-centred approach that focuses on empathy, acceptance and clear honesty. She uses open questions, reflection and summarising to help people speak their truth.
This style aims to help clients notice their patterns and begin to change the way they relate to themselves and others. Jo also draws on emotionally-focused ideas and psychodynamic thinking to follow what matters most to each person. She uses mindfulness and existential perspectives to help people connect with values, meaning and present-moment experience.
These approaches are blended to match each person’s needs rather than offered as a fixed package. Before and during work together Jo outlines an agreement and carries out an initial assessment so goals are clear. She has regular supervision and ongoing personal counselling to support her practice.
At a glance
- Years practising
- 8
- Registered with
- BACP
- Registration number
- 260677
- Languages
- English
- Approaches include
- Client-Centered Therapy, Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Existential Therapy
- How sessions happen
- Online, by video, phone or messages
Details are as listed on Jo's public professional profile. You can check any number with the professional body.
What Jo works with
Everything Jo lists, in their own terms.
- Stress, Anxiety
- LGBT
- Self esteem
- Depression
- Addictions
- Relationship issues
- Family conflicts
- Trauma and abuse
- Grief
- Intimacy-related issues
- Eating disorders
- Anger management
- Career difficulties
- Bipolar disorder
- Coping with life changes
- Coaching
- Compassion fatigue
- ADHD
- Aging and geriatric issues
- Body image
- Cancer
- Caregiver issues and stress
- Dissociation
- Eating and food-related issues
- Family problems
- Gender dysphoria
- Guilt and shame
- Hospice and end-of-life counselling
- Isolation / loneliness
- Life purpose
- Mood disorders
- Panic disorder and panic attacks
- Prejudice and discrimination
- Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
- Self-love
- Sexuality
- Social anxiety and phobia
- Somatization
- Women's issues
- Young adult issues
Approaches Jo lists
- Client-Centred Therapy
- Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)
- Existential Therapy
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Psychodynamic Therapy
- Somatic Therapy
Listing an approach is not evidence of training in it. This directory copies what each counsellor names and does not check training records.
How Jo works online
Finding the right approach is part of the work. Jo will talk with clients about their goals and preferences and together decide which methods feel most helpful. That shared planning makes sure the sessions fit who you are and what you want to change or understand.
The biography does not list specific session formats, so please confirm the current online options before booking. In general, online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins when needed and remove travel time. Many people find it simpler to attend from wherever they are and to keep momentum between appointments when therapy fits into everyday life.
Questions and answers
What concerns does Jo focus on?
She supports people with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and grief as well as relationship and intimacy issues, addiction, eating concerns, bipolar disorder and ADHD among other areas.
What is Jo's therapeutic style like?
Her work is mainly person-centred, using empathy, acceptance and honest reflection. She blends in emotionally-focused, psychodynamic and mindfulness ideas as needed.
How much experience does she have?
Jo has eight years since qualifying as a counsellor and over 20 years working in youth work, education, mental health and social care.
What credentials and region are listed?
She holds a Level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling and is a member of the British Association of Counsellors and Psychotherapists (BACP) based in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are supported and can international clients join?
Sessions are offered in English and Jo accepts international clients.
What formats are used for sessions?
The original biography does not specify session formats; please confirm current session options with the service before booking.
How are sessions charged?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with Jo?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.
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