Joanne Flatt

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Prof. Diploma in Psychotherapeutic Counselling & MNCPS Acc.

About me

You deserve a space where you feel properly heard, supported, and understood — and that’s what I’m here to offer. Some weeks you might want to unpick the past. Other weeks, you might just need to vent about what’s been going on. And sometimes, you’ll want to find practical ways to cope with difficult thoughts and feelings. Either way, my job is to listen, understand, and help you make sense of it all — at your pace, in your words.

I help people untangle the messy stuff: anxiety, overwhelm, depression, relationship challenges, loss — supporting you through old wounds and new struggles.

I’m especially passionate about supporting women through pregnancy, birth, and the postnatal whirlwind. Because honestly, as beautiful as being a mum can be, nobody talks enough about how scary, overwhelming, and lonely it can feel as you lose yourself to motherhood and battle unexpected challenges. It’s harder than anyone lets on.

I’m also proudly neuro-affirming, which means I don’t see neurodivergence (like autism or ADHD) as something to be ‘fixed’. I respect your way of thinking, feeling, and processing the world. You won’t be asked to justify yourself here — no judgement, no pressure to be anyone other than who you are.

If you’re looking for a counsellor who’s gentle, kind, and easy to talk to, please do get in touch by email to arrange an informal introductory phone call. No pressure, no hard sell — just a conversation about whether we’d be a good fit and what therapy with me might look like.

Training, qualifications & experience

Core Qualifications & Training

  • Level 5 Professional Diploma in Psychotherapeutic Counselling Practice, accredited by the National Counselling & Psychotherapy Society
  • Chyrsalis Diploma in Hypnotherapy and Counselling Skills, Accredited by the National Hypnotherapy Society.

Additional Qualifications & Experience:

  • Certificate in Postnatal Mental Health & Early Parenting Relationships 
  • NCFE Cache Level 3 in Perinatal Mental Health
  • Certified Hypnobirthing Practitioner 
  • Trained Breastfeeding Peer Supporter

Additional CPD

  • Bushcraft, An Introduction

Member organisations

school Registered / Accredited

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NCPS
National Counselling & Psychotherapy Society (NCPS)

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Accredited register membership

National Counselling & Psychotherapy Society
Accredited Register Scheme

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Areas of counselling I deal with

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Fees

£55.00 per session

When I work

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If you are looking for a time outside my usual hours, feel free to get in touch - I'll do my best to find something that works for you.

Type of session

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Types of client

Young adults (18-24)
Adults (25-64)

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