Joonas Vehvilainen

BACP 4 years practising Sees people online

Compassionate counsellor for addiction and emotional health

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About Joonas

Joonas Vehvilainen offers support for people facing stress, anxiety, addiction, eating concerns, low self-esteem, ADHD, trauma, grief and depression. He also helps with intimacy-related issues, anger and problems linked to attachment or codependency. Joonas is based in the United Kingdom and works in English and Finnish.

He studied psychology at the University of York and then completed a master’s degree in neuroscience at King’s College London, looking at behaviour behind addiction and mental health.

Background and approach

He later trained in addiction psychology and counselling at London South Bank University. Joonas held roles as a healthcare assistant and recovery worker in London and worked as a counsellor for NHS and community services while completing his studies. Since 2016 he has worked in mental health settings and has logged over 1,000 hours of counselling work.

In 2021 he became a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, BACP. He later ran his own practice and has delivered addiction therapy in clinical settings in Scotland. In sessions he focuses on practical skills and clear explanations.

People can expect help to understand their patterns, learn coping strategies and practise new ways of handling difficult feelings. He combines a few evidence-based approaches to fit the person’s needs. His style emphasises a direct, calm presence and straightforward psychoeducation.

He aims to break problems into small steps people can manage. Joonas invites clients to set realistic goals and work together at a steady pace.

At a glance

Years practising
4
Registered with
BACP
Registration number
390418
Languages
English, Finnish
Approaches include
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy
How sessions happen
Online, by video, phone or messages

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What Joonas works with

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Approaches Joonas lists

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How Joonas works online

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, ACT, helps people notice unhelpful thoughts and choose actions that match their values. It is useful for anxiety, depression and problems that involve avoidance. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, CBT, looks at the link between thoughts, feelings and behaviours and teaches practical tools to change unhelpful patterns; it often helps with anxiety, low mood and some addiction-related behaviours. Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on how early relationship patterns affect current connections and can help with intimacy issues, codependency and trust problems. Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will talk with the person about goals, preferences and what feels most helpful. Together they will try methods and adapt them over time so therapy fits the person’s needs. Please confirm available session options before booking, as the biography does not list specific formats. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life, for example by reducing travel time, allowing shorter check-ins between commitments, and making scheduling across different time zones more manageable. Many people find that remote sessions let them keep continuity of care when they travel or move, while still focusing on practical skill-building and emotional support.

Questions and answers

What concerns does he help with?

He supports people with stress, anxiety, addiction, eating concerns, low self-esteem, ADHD, trauma and grief, as well as depression, anger and intimacy-related issues.

What is his therapeutic style?

Sessions aim to be practical and straightforward, focusing on understanding patterns, learning coping skills and setting small, achievable goals.

What experience does he bring?

He has worked in mental health roles since 2016 and has more than 1,000 hours of counselling practice over the past several years.

What professional credentials and location are listed?

He is a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, BACP, and practises in the United Kingdom.

Which languages are available for sessions?

Sessions are offered in English and Finnish.

Can people outside the UK connect with him?

International clients are accepted; confirm time zones and scheduling when arranging sessions.

How are sessions priced?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions are provided through a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.

How do I begin working with him?

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