Jo Read, BACP
Jo Read is a counsellor based in the United Kingdom who supports people facing stress, anxiety, low self-esteem, depression and relationship concerns.
About Jo
Jo Read is a counsellor based in the United Kingdom who supports people facing stress, anxiety, low self-esteem, depression and relationship concerns. She also helps with trauma and abuse, grief, addiction, eating issues, anger, bipolar mood difficulties and coping with life changes. Jo offers practical, down-to-earth conversations focused on what matters to each person.
Jo trained in therapeutic counselling and holds the BACP credential from the British Association of Counsellors and Psychotherapists.
Background and approach
She previously worked in youth and community settings, education, mental health and social care for more than 20 years. That background informs a calm, steady approach to the issues people bring. Her style draws on person-centred ways of working.
She listens with empathy, asks open questions and reflects back what she hears. The aim is to help people name their feelings and decide what they want to change. Jo also uses psychodynamic ideas and mindfulness practices when these suit a person’s needs.
Sessions are conversational and practical. People can expect clear boundaries, regular review of goals and a focus on what is helpful now. Initial meetings cover what someone wants from counselling and help decide whether to continue.
If they go ahead, a simple agreement and assessment are completed and the plan is reviewed over time.
Registration
| Body | Registration number | Expires |
|---|---|---|
| BACP | 260677 | October 2026 |
Registration details are as listed on the counsellor's public profile. You can check any number with the registering body.
Sessions and payment
Sessions are held online through our partner platform, by video, phone or messaging depending on the counsellor.
Costs are shown on the partner platform before you commit. If cost is a concern, ask about reduced-fee options.
Focus areas and approaches
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.
Online support
Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) helps people notice and manage strong feelings and improve how they connect with others. In an online setting this approach can be used to help someone understand patterns in emotions and respond differently in relationships or when feeling overwhelmed.
Psychodynamic ideas look at how past patterns influence current feelings and behaviour. Talking about recurring themes works well over video calls or phone sessions, where there is space to reflect and follow threads between meetings.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with the person to choose methods based on their goals, preferences and what helps most in early sessions. Plans are reviewed and adjusted as needed so therapy stays focused and useful.
Online therapy offers flexibility and practical access. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation, phone sessions can fit a short break at work or when bandwidth is lower, and live chat or text-based messaging suits quick check-ins or for people who prefer writing. These options make it easier to keep regular contact and adapt to changing schedules.
Frequently asked
What kinds of problems does Jo help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, low self-esteem, depression and relationship issues. Other areas include trauma, grief, addictions, eating concerns and coping with major life changes.
What is her therapeutic style like?
Her style is person-centred and conversational, with an emphasis on empathy and open questions. Sessions focus on helping people name feelings and decide what to change.
How much experience does she have?
Jo has eight years' experience as a counsellor and more than 20 years working in youth work, education and social care settings. That experience shapes a practical, steady approach.
What credentials and location are listed?
She is registered with the British Association of Counsellors and Psychotherapists (BACP) and practises in the United Kingdom.
Which languages and international options are available?
Sessions are offered in English and Jo accepts international clients.
What session formats does she offer?
Sessions can take place via video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text-based messaging to suit different needs.
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 her?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to therapist availability.
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