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Joanna Lum Wai, NCPS

Credentials
NCPS
Experience
9 years
Practising in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Sessions
Online only
Client ages
Adults, 18 and over

Works with Stress, AnxietyTrauma and abuseSelf esteemCoping with life changesCompassion fatigue

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Joanna Lum Wai is a counsellor working in the United Kingdom with nine years of experience. She holds NCPS as a listed credential and focuses on practical support for everyday struggles. Joanna aims to make the first step into therapy feel manageable and respectful.

She helps people who are dealing with stress, anxiety and depression. Joanna also supports those facing trauma and abuse, low self-esteem, difficulty with motivation, and the emotional strain of major life changes.

Background and approach

She listens without judgement and adapts the conversation to each person's needs. Her work includes help with relationship and intimacy-related issues, grief and loss, eating and sleeping concerns, anger and irritability, and challenges at work or with career direction. Joanna also gives attention to ADHD, compassion fatigue and strains linked to caregiving and ageing.

She can discuss complex family dynamics and blended family matters with individuals. Joanna draws on a range of approaches to suit different problems. She uses talk-based methods and practical strategies so people can try things between sessions.

The focus is on small, achievable steps that make everyday life easier. Sessions are offered in English. Joanna aims to create a calm, supportive space where people can speak at their own pace.

She will work with each person to shape goals and plan sensible next steps.

How Joanna’s methods work online

Client-Centred Therapy focuses on the person in the room. It emphasises listening, empathy and working at the client’s pace to build clearer goals and stronger self-understanding. This approach helps when someone needs a steady, non-judgemental place to talk through stress, grief or identity questions.

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, or CBT, looks at the links between thoughts, feelings and actions. It uses simple exercises and practical techniques to shift unhelpful patterns and manage anxiety, low mood or sleep problems. Clients often take small tasks away from sessions to try between meetings.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. Joanna will discuss options and agree on a plan that matches the person's needs and preferences. She treats the choice as a collaboration and adjusts methods as progress is reviewed.

Online therapy is offered by video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging. Video allows face-to-face conversation; phone can be used when bandwidth is low or when a camera is not wanted. Chat and messaging suit quick check-ins, shorter reflections and people who prefer writing. These formats make it easier to fit therapy around work, caregiving and other commitments while keeping continuity of care.
What problems does Joanna address in therapy?
Joanna helps people with stress, anxiety, depression and trauma. She also supports those facing grief, relationship and intimacy issues, eating and sleeping concerns, anger, career worries and ADHD.
What is her therapeutic style like?
She offers a listening, respectful approach and adapts sessions to each person. Practical strategies and talk-based exploration are used so people can try things between sessions.
How much experience does she have?
She has nine years of professional experience working in the United Kingdom. That background includes work with trauma, stress and life transitions.
What credential does Joanna hold and where does she practise?
Her listed credential is NCPS. She practises in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are available for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
What session formats are offered?
Joanna works online by video call, phone sessions, live chat or text-based messaging. These options allow different ways to connect depending on the person and the moment.
How are sessions paid for and what do they cost?
Session cost varies with location and therapist availability. Therapy is provided through a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with Joanna?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button and completing a short matching questionnaire. You can then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.

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Experience
9 years
Registered with
NCPS
Languages
English

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