Joanne Lindley, BACP

Joanne Lindley supports people who want to strengthen relationships, ease anxiety, and work through depression or the pain of bereavement and loss. She approaches each person with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, acknowledging that seeking therapy is a courageous first step.

She is an accredited member of the BACP - the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy - and has experience working within the NHS with people of varied ages and backgrounds. Her training spans both psychotherapy and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), with CBT being particularly useful for treating anxiety. Joanne is also qualified to work with depression using Person Centred Counselling for Depression (PCE-CfD), an evidence-based approach that is endorsed by the NHS.

Joanne has training in relationship work and bereavement support, and she has developed a specialist interest in supporting academics and students. She is a qualified and certified pet bereavement counsellor, offering understanding and dedicated support for those grieving animal companions.

In an initial session Joanne explores each person’s specific needs and goals, tailoring the therapeutic approach accordingly. She offers flexible appointment formats including online sessions, telephone consultations, and instant messaging, with availability in the evenings and at weekends. For individuals who are ready to make a change, Joanne works collaboratively to create a pathway toward a calmer and more hopeful future.