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Teresa Johnston, BACP

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

Works with Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesGriefSelf esteemCoping with life changes

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Teresa Johnston supports people facing stress, anxiety, relationship strain, grief and low self-esteem. She also helps with life changes, intimacy concerns, sleeping and eating difficulties, parenting pressures, career shifts, bipolar mood challenges, compassion fatigue and ADHD. Teresa works with a wide range of related issues including abandonment, attachment and communication problems, chronic illness and caregiving stress.

Teresa uses a calm, listening-first style. She offers a warm, non-judgemental space where people can talk about what feels hard.

Background and approach

Conversations are guided by the person in front of her rather than a fixed formula. Sessions move at a pace that suits each person. Her practice draws on client-centred counselling alongside mindfulness work.

That means Teresa focuses on understanding each person's experience and teaching simple mindfulness tools to manage overwhelming feelings. The focus is on practical ways to cope day to day while also making sense of longer term patterns. Teresa trained to a Professional Diploma in Counselling and holds membership of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, BACP.

She is completing a Master’s degree in Psychology at the University of Stirling and is a qualified mindfulness teacher. Teresa has worked in both healthcare and therapeutic settings over the last three years. Sessions are offered in English and Teresa accepts international clients.

She provides video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging to fit different needs and schedules. If someone is ready to begin, Teresa supports them to set goals and work step by step.

Client-centred and mindfulness approaches for online support

Teresa draws on client-centred counselling, which means the focus is on the person's own experience. The counsellor listens carefully, reflects what she hears and helps people find their own answers. This approach suits concerns like relationships, self-esteem and life changes.

She also uses mindfulness therapy to teach simple attention and breathing practices. These techniques help manage anxiety, stress and strong emotions by offering tools to slow down and respond differently in difficult moments.

Finding the right approach is part of the work together. Teresa will talk with each person about their goals and preferences and choose or adapt methods collaboratively. The plan can change as needs evolve and small practical steps are often the first priority.

Online therapy offers flexibility and access. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation when a fuller discussion is helpful. Phone sessions can fit into a busy day and need less bandwidth. Live chat and text-based messaging are useful for shorter check-ins, quick reflections or ongoing support between sessions. These options make it easier to fit therapy around work, family and other commitments while still getting consistent support from registered or accredited professionals.
What concerns does Teresa help with?
She supports people with stress, anxiety, relationship issues, grief, self-esteem and coping with life changes, among other challenges listed in her profile.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
Her style is warm and listening-led, focusing on understanding the individual and working at a pace that suits them rather than applying a fixed method.
What is Teresa's background and experience?
Teresa has three years of experience working in healthcare and therapeutic settings and has supported people through change, loss and emotional overwhelm.
What credentials and location are listed?
She holds a Professional Diploma in Counselling, is a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and is based in the United Kingdom.
Which languages and international options are offered?
Sessions are offered in English and Teresa accepts international clients.
What session formats are available?
Therapy can take place via video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text-based messaging to suit different preferences.
How is cost handled for sessions?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
What are the first steps to begin working together?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to therapist availability.

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Experience
3 years
Registered with
BACP
Languages
English

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