Name: Josh Friend
Price range: £50.00 per session

About me

You answer every email, meet every deadline, and always say yes when really you should be saying no. From the outside it looks like coping. Inside it can be a tight chest, a mind that won't switch off in bed, and a quiet worry that sooner or later someone will notice you're not as capable as they think.

I offer online counselling for adults across the UK. People often come to me for help with anxiety, burnout, perfectionism, self-esteem, and imposter syndrome. For some, this shows up as a loss of motivation, feeling emotionally flat, or depression. It often starts during a major life transition, or when workplace pressure finally tips over into something you can't manage alone.

How we will work together
My approach combines psychodynamic and person-centred therapy. In practical terms, this means we will slow things down and look closely at what happens in the moments you start to spiral, shut down, or push your feelings away. We will make sense of the hidden patterns and triggers underneath, keeping our sessions focused on what actually creates a shift.

I have spent eight years supporting students and staff in UK and US universities, so I know how high-pressure environments shape the way people doubt themselves.

The aim isn't just temporary symptom management. Our goal is to understand what is driving the anxiety or low mood, help you build steadier self-worth, and give you a sense of choice in how you respond to life's pressures.

Taking the next step
I know reaching out can feel daunting. If you're unsure whether therapy is right for you, I offer a free 15-minute video introduction call so we can meet and you can ask any questions.

You can use the "Book intro call" button above, or send me an email. I reply to all enquiries within 24 hours on weekdays.

Training, qualifications & experience

CPCAB Level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling
Integrative training drawing primarily on psychodynamic and person-centred approaches.
MA in Student Development in Higher Education
UKAT Recognised Practitioner in Advising (RPA)
Professional recognition for my work supporting students within higher education.
8+ years' professional experience in UK and US universities
Working with students and staff has given me particular insight into achievement pressure, self-doubt, major life transitions and the feeling that you should be coping better than you are.
Counselling experience with young adults
Alongside private practice, my counselling work includes supporting young adults through a national mental health charity.
Additional professional training and CPD
Including suicide prevention and crisis intervention, trauma-aware practice and cultural competence.