- Mindfulness teaching
- Person-centred approach
- Support for codependency
About Teresa
Teresa Johnston is a counsellor who helps people manage stress, anxiety, grief, low self-esteem and relationship problems. She offers a warm, non-judgemental space for people feeling overwhelmed or facing big life changes. Teresa works in a calm, patient way and listens closely to what matters to each person.
She follows a person-centred style that puts the client's experience first. That means conversations are led by what the person brings, with gentle reflection and practical pacing rather than quick fixes. Teresa also draws on mindfulness teaching to help people bring attention to the present moment and notice unhelpful patterns.
Her background includes work in healthcare and therapeutic settings, and she holds a Professional Diploma in Counselling. Teresa is a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, BACP, and of COSCA. She is also completing a Master’s degree in Psychology at the University of Stirling.
In sessions she aims to help people make sense of what has been hard, find calmer ways to cope, and begin small changes that feel manageable. She works collaboratively, pacing the work to each person's needs and values.
Teresa welcomes conversations about a wide range of concerns, including codependency, ADHD, compassion fatigue, bereavement, body image and changes related to health or career. She supports people through both sudden crises and slower life transitions.
How Teresa's approaches translate to online counselling
Teresa works from a person-centred perspective, which means the conversation follows what matters most to the client. In practice this looks like attentive listening, reflective questions and pacing the work to match what feels manageable. This approach can help with stress, relationship concerns and low self-esteem by focusing on the client's experience and choices.She also uses mindfulness teaching to support noticing thoughts, bodily sensations and emotional patterns. Mindfulness exercises can help reduce reactivity and improve concentration, which is useful for anxiety, sleep problems and coping with change.
Choosing the right approach is a shared process. Teresa will discuss the options with each person and agree what feels most helpful. She adapts methods as therapy progresses, checking in about goals and preferences so the work stays relevant and practical.
The original biography does not list specific online session formats, so please confirm current options before booking. In general, online counselling can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life, reduce time spent travelling and let people attend from wherever they are living. Some formats also allow shorter check-ins or sessions without video, which can suit different needs or days.
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Experience
3+ years
Credentials
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Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What issues does Teresa commonly help with?
She supports people with stress, anxiety, relationship challenges, grief, low self-esteem and many life changes. Other areas include codependency, ADHD, compassion fatigue and difficulties with sleep or eating.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
Her style is person-centred and collaborative, focusing on the client's experience and priorities. She also uses mindfulness practices to help people notice thoughts and calm strong emotions.
What experience does she bring to counselling?
Teresa has around three years' experience working in healthcare and therapeutic settings. She combines counselling practice with mindfulness teaching in her work.
Which professional credentials does she hold and where is she based?
She holds a Professional Diploma in Counselling and is a member of BACP. She is based in the United Kingdom.
Can sessions be conducted in other languages or internationally?
Sessions are offered in English, and she accepts international clients.
What session formats are available?
The original biography does not list specific session formats. Please confirm current session options with the service before booking.
How are fees arranged for sessions?
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 Teresa?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.
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