Johanna Skillen, BACP
Johanna Skillen is a counsellor based in the United Kingdom with five years' experience in talking with people about difficult life challenges.
About Johanna
Johanna Skillen is a counsellor based in the United Kingdom with five years' experience in talking with people about difficult life challenges. She holds BACP accreditation and focuses on helping people who are dealing with stress, anxiety, grief and depression. Johanna uses straightforward, practical conversations to help people feel heard and understood.
She often works with concerns around self-esteem, confidence and motivation, and supports people coping with big life changes.
Background and approach
Johanna also helps people who are struggling after trauma or abuse and those who want to address control issues or build more self-love. In sessions she aims to create an open and non-judgemental space. Conversations focus on what matters to the person in front of her, and practical steps are discussed where they feel helpful.
The pace is set by the client so they can move through topics in a way that feels manageable. Johanna draws on Client-Centred Therapy to follow a person's lead and on Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, which helps spot and try out different thinking patterns. Together these approaches are used to understand difficulties and to practise new ways of coping.
Starting therapy is framed as a gradual process. Johanna aims to support people as they take small steps towards a more fulfilling life and to work alongside them while they build confidence and new routines.
Registration
| Body | Registration number | Expires |
|---|---|---|
| BACP | 412782 | April 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 Johanna works with
Everything Johanna lists, in their own terms.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Grief
- Self esteem
- Depression
- Trauma and abuse
- Coping with life changes
- Control issues
- Self-love
Approaches Johanna lists
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
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, or CBT, focuses on the links between thoughts, feelings and actions. It uses simple exercises to test unhelpful thinking and to try out different coping strategies. CBT can be useful for stress, anxiety, low mood and for changing patterns that get in the way of daily life.
Deciding which approach to use is part of the work. Johanna will talk with clients about their goals and preferences and will adapt the plan together. This collaborative process helps make sure the approach fits the person's needs rather than being imposed.
Online therapy offers practical flexibility. Video calls are good for in-depth sessions that mirror face-to-face contact. Phone sessions can fit into a short break or be easier when video is not wanted. Live chat or text messaging can provide brief check-ins or ongoing support between calls. These options make it easier to fit therapy around work, family and other commitments while still following the chosen therapeutic approach.
Frequently asked
What kinds of problems does Johanna help with?
She supports people facing stress, anxiety, grief, depression, trauma and abuse. She also helps with self-esteem, control issues, self-love and coping with life changes.
What is her therapeutic style like?
Her style is open and client-focused. She blends Client-Centred listening with practical Cognitive Behavioural Therapy techniques.
How much experience does she have?
She has five years of professional experience working with people on a range of emotional and life challenges.
Where is she based and what credentials does she hold?
She is based in the United Kingdom and holds BACP accreditation as listed.
Which languages are supported in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the UK work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
What session formats are available?
Sessions can take place by video call, phone, live chat or text-based messaging to suit different needs and schedules.
How are fees and getting started handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability and is arranged via a subscription that can be cancelled at any time. To begin, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.
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