- Sleep-focused counselling
- Trauma-aware approach
- Coaching for stress
About Joanne
Joanne Rankin welcomes adults who are worried about sleep, grief, trauma, mood swings or work stress. She writes simply and listens without judgement. Her approach is practical and collaborative, aimed at helping people feel steadier day to day.
Joanne is registered with the National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society (NCPS). She also holds an MSc in Psychology, a BA (Hons) and a Level 5 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling. She has eight years of experience working with people facing trauma and abuse, bipolar mood challenges, bereavement and sleep difficulties as well as coaching for high-stress roles.
In sessions she blends straightforward talking therapy with goal-focused tools. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and mindfulness feature when they suit a person’s needs. Attachment-based ideas and client-centred listening are also part of the mix.
Joanne aims to help people improve sleep patterns, manage low mood or reduce anxiety linked to traumatic events. She also supports people trying to balance demanding jobs while protecting their wellbeing. The therapy room is framed as a place to try small changes and build practical patterns that fit everyday life.
Getting started involves a brief matching process and then arranging sessions that fit with the client’s schedule. She works from the United Kingdom and runs sessions in English. If you want straightforward, steady support for sleep or emotional issues, Joanne offers a calm, practical way to work through them.
How therapy approaches fit into online work
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, or ACT, focuses on noticing difficult thoughts and choosing actions that match your values. It can help when sleep, worry or low mood get in the way of daily life. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, or CBT, looks at patterns of thinking and behaviour and uses practical exercises to change unhelpful cycles. That approach is often used for sleep problems, anxiety and mood difficulties. Client-Centred Therapy puts the person’s experience at the heart of sessions, using empathic listening to help someone explore what matters and find their own direction.Deciding which approach to use is part of the early work together. The therapist will discuss your goals and preferences and suggest techniques to try. That choice is collaborative and can be adjusted over time as needs change.
Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into busy lives, whether that means shorter check-ins around work, avoiding travel time or meeting from a quieter spot at home. Please confirm current session options before booking so you know how sessions are delivered. The therapist will work with you to arrange practical times and formats that suit your schedule and day-to-day commitments.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
8+ years
Credentials
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does Joanne help with?
She works with adults on issues such as trauma and abuse, grief and loss, sleep problems and bipolar mood challenges, plus related concerns like body image, chronic illness and communication problems.
What is her style of therapy like?
Her style is warm, practical and collaborative. Sessions mix listening with goal-focused tools drawn from cognitive behavioural, mindfulness and acceptance-based ideas.
How much experience does she have?
Joanne has eight years of professional experience supporting adults with emotional and sleep-related difficulties and with coaching for workplace stress.
What credentials and location are listed?
She is registered with the National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society (NCPS) and works from the United Kingdom.
Which languages are used in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the UK work with her?
She is not currently accepting international clients.
How are session costs and billing handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
What do I need to do to begin?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.