About me
Hello!
I’m Jo, a therapist based in the heart of Manchester.
I’m passionate about creating a warm, welcoming space where you can explore your thoughts and feelings at your own pace. With over 15 years’ experience in talking therapy, I also enjoy supervising both trainee and qualified therapists.
I am trained and qualified in EMDR trauma therapy, which I integrate into my work where appropriate to support clients in processing difficult or overwhelming experiences.
I have a particular interest in supporting individuals facing life-limiting diagnoses and in end-of-life work, alongside my role as an end-of-life doula. I also work with people experiencing anxiety and confidence-related challenges.
My practice is neuroaffirming, and I welcome neurodivergent clients. I aim to offer a space that respects and supports different ways of thinking, feeling, and experiencing the world.
I understand that choosing to seek support is a significant step. What you share with me is important, and I consider it a privilege to walk alongside you in your journey. My aim is to offer a safe, compassionate space where you can tell your story, and together we can begin to make sense of it.
I offer sessions in person in Manchester, as well as online and by phone. I recommend arranging a short initial chat so we can see if we feel like the right fit.
I look forward to connecting with you.
Training, qualifications & experience
Experience
Throughout my career, I've had the pleasure of working in a variety of organizations, including the NHS, the charity sector, and private practice. Each experience has enriched my understanding and passion for helping others
Qualifications
- BACP Accreditation
- EMDR Therapist
- Manchester institute of Psychotherapy Certification in Supervision
- Group Crisis intervention – ICISF 2024
Training
- Certificate in Mindfulness
- Remote Working Accreditation in Telephone and Online counselling
- Certificate in Solution Focused therapy
- Certificate in Single session therapy
- Diploma in End of Life Care
Member organisations
school Registered / Accredited
Being registered/accredited with a professional body means an individual must have achieved a substantial level of training and experience approved by their member organisation.
The National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society This Not For Profit association of counsellors and psychotherapists aim to support the counselling profession, members and training organisations. In 2013 the NCS register was accredited by the Professional Standards Authority under the Accredited Voluntary Register Scheme. Accredited by the Professional Standards Authority.
BACP is one of the UK’s leading professional bodies for counselling and psychotherapy with around 60,000 members. The Association has several different categories of membership, including Student Member, Individual Member, Registered Member MBACP, Registered Accredited Member MBACP (Accred) and Senior Registered Accredited Member MBACP (Snr Acccred). Registered and accredited members are listed on the BACP Register, which shows that they have demonstrated BACP’s recommended standards for training, proficiency and ethical practice. The BACP Register was the first register of psychological therapists to be accredited by the Professional Standards Authority (PSA). Accredited and senior accredited membership are voluntary categories for members who choose to undertake a rigorous application and assessment process to demonstrate additional standards around practice, training and supervision. Individual members will have completed an appropriate counselling or psychotherapy course and started to practise, but they won’t appear on the BACP Register until they've demonstrated that they meet the standards for registration. Student members are still in the process of completing their training. All members are bound by the BACP Ethical Framework and a Professional Conduct Procedure.
Accredited register membership
The Accredited Register Scheme was set up in 2013 by the Department of Health (DoH) as a way to recognise organisations that hold voluntary registers which meet certain standards. These standards are set by the Professional Standards Authority (PSA).
This therapist has indicated that they belong to an Accredited Register.
The Accredited Register Scheme was set up in 2013 by the Department of Health (DoH) as a way to recognise organisations that hold voluntary registers which meet certain standards. These standards are set by the Professional Standards Authority (PSA).
This therapist has indicated that they belong to an Accredited Register.
Areas of counselling I deal with
Therapies offered
Fees
£80.00 per session
Concessions offered for
Additional information
I understand that circumstances can vary and I offer a discretionary rate for individuals who may need a concession. I believe that financial barriers should not prevent anyone from accessing the support they need through counselling sessions.
Please e-mail me to enquire about concessionary availability
Further information
For Supervision enquiries please email me to ask about next steps
