Joanna 'Jo' Biegala
Compassionate integrative counsellor for emotional wellbeing
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About Joanna
Joanna 'Jo' Biegala is an integrative counsellor registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP). She offers a compassionate, honest space where people can talk through difficult feelings without fear of judgement. Jo aims to help people make sense of their emotions and find practical ways to cope.
She uses person-centred core skills to build a warm therapeutic relationship. Alongside this she draws on attachment-based ideas, cognitive behavioural techniques, and solution-focused practice to tailor support to each person.
Background and approach
Sessions can combine talking, practical strategies and goal-focused work. Jo has three years' experience working with adults with a range of mental health and wellbeing concerns, including anxiety, depression and body image difficulties. Her background also includes contact with children and young people aged 5 to 18, and with people facing complex mental health needs.
People come to Jo for help with stress, grief, low self-esteem and coping with life changes. She also works with issues such as abandonment, communication problems, control issues, and guilt and shame. Jo aims to support practical change while acknowledging emotional experience.
Her style emphasises collaboration - clients decide the shape of counselling and what they want to focus on. She offers tools to manage symptoms and time to reflect on patterns, helping people build skills they can use outside sessions.
At a glance
- Years practising
- 3
- Registered with
- BACP
- Registration number
- 401956
- Languages
- English
- Approaches include
- Attachment-Based Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Therapy
- How sessions happen
- Online, by video, phone or messages
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What Joanna works with
Everything Joanna lists, in their own terms.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Grief
- Self esteem
- Depression
- Coping with life changes
- Abandonment
- Attachment issues
- Body image
- Communication problems
- Control issues
- Divorce and separation
- Guilt and shame
- Impulsivity
- Self-love
- Social anxiety and phobia
- Women's issues
Approaches Joanna lists
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How Joanna works online
Cognitive behavioural therapy, or CBT, looks at links between thoughts, feelings and actions. It provides simple, practical strategies for managing anxiety, low mood and unhelpful thinking styles.
Solution-focused therapy concentrates on identifying small, realistic steps that move a person toward their goals. It is useful for people who want brief, goal-oriented sessions and clear progress markers.
Finding the right approach is part of the process. Jo works collaboratively to decide which methods suit a person's needs, goals and preferences. She adapts the blend of attachment ideas, CBT and solution-focused work as therapy progresses.
Before booking, confirm which session formats are currently offered. Online therapy can make it easier to fit counselling into daily life, for example by reducing travel time, allowing shorter check-ins during a busy day or letting sessions happen from a familiar setting. It can also allow flexibility in how a person uses tools between sessions, such as practising CBT exercises or trying short goal-focused tasks.
Questions and answers
What concerns does Jo commonly address?
Jo supports people with stress, anxiety, grief, low self-esteem and depression. She also works with issues like body image, social anxiety, abandonment and cope with life changes.
What is her therapeutic style like?
Her approach is integrative and person-centred, combining warmth and practical tools. She blends attachment-based work, CBT and solution-focused techniques to fit individual needs.
What experience does she bring?
She has three years' experience working with adults with complex mental health needs and general wellbeing concerns. Her background also includes work with children and young people aged 5 to 18.
Where is she based and what credentials does she hold?
Jo practises in the United Kingdom and is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, abbreviated as BACP.
In which languages can sessions be held?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does she work with clients outside the UK?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions booked and what does it cost?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin therapy with Jo?
To start, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.
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