- Trauma aware
- Practical strategies
- Coaching support
About Joanne
Joanne Rankin is a counsellor in the United Kingdom who helps adults facing emotional challenges. She holds NCPS registration and has an MSc in Psychology, a BA (Hons), and a Level 5 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling. Jo writes plainly and listens without judgement, aiming to make the first step feel manageable.
She commonly supports people dealing with trauma and abuse, grief and loss, sleeping difficulties, and bipolar-related concerns. She also offers coaching for work stress, career change and better work–life balance. Codependency, attachment issues and body image are among the additional areas she addresses.
Jo uses a mix of approaches depending on what each person needs. She draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and mindfulness, as well as attachment-based and client-centred ways of working. Sessions focus on practical steps, clearer thinking and noticing what matters to the individual.
Her background in psychology and therapeutic counselling informs a grounded, trauma-aware style. Jo aims to create an open space for people to talk, reflect and try new ways of coping. She works at a pace that suits each person and supports them to set realistic goals.
If someone is unsure whether therapy is the right next step, Jo encourages a brief look at practical needs and goals first. That helps shape an initial plan and decide what to focus on together.
Approaches that translate well to online counselling
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, or ACT, helps people notice what they value and take small actions toward those values even when feelings are difficult. It can be useful for anxiety, low mood, and codependency patterns where behaviour and values feel out of step. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, or CBT, focuses on how thoughts, feelings and behaviours connect and teaches practical techniques to shift unhelpful cycles; it is often used for sleep problems, mood fluctuations and unhelpful thought patterns. Attachment-Based Therapy looks at how early relationships shape current patterns and can help people who struggle with trust, closeness or repeating relationship dynamics.Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will discuss goals and preferences with the client and then choose or combine methods that suit those aims. This happens together so the plan fits what the person actually wants to change.
Confirm current session options before booking, as formats are not specified here. Online counselling can make it easier to fit sessions around work or family life, reduce travel time and allow for shorter check-ins when needed. It also supports steady continuity of care when life is busy, letting people keep momentum between sessions without needing to rearrange their day.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
8+ years
Credentials
Listed on profile
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What issues does Jo commonly help with?
She works with adults on concerns such as trauma and abuse, grief, sleeping problems and bipolar-related challenges, and also offers coaching for work stress and career transitions.
What is her style of therapy like?
Her approach is integrative and trauma-aware, combining practical techniques with reflective conversation to help people make changes that fit their life.
How much clinical experience does she have?
Jo has eight years of professional experience working in counselling and related roles.
What qualifications and location are listed?
She holds an MSc in Psychology, a BA (Hons), a Level 5 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling and is registered with the National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society (NCPS) in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the UK work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are costs and payments handled?
Costs vary with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with Jo?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.
Profile details come from information the therapist supplied to BetterHelp. Credential and registration rules differ between the United States, the United Kingdom and Australia.