Barbara Josik, BACP
Barbara Josik is a BACP counsellor who offers a calm, non-judgemental space for people to talk through stressful and painful parts of life.
- Stress & Anxiety
- Relationship issues
- Family conflicts
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About Barbara
Barbara Josik is a BACP counsellor who offers a calm, non-judgemental space for people to talk through stressful and painful parts of life. She writes plainly and meets people where they are, helping them name what feels hard and decide on small next steps. Many come because of anxiety, depression, grief or relationship difficulties.
Barbara blends psychodynamic thinking with client-centred and solution-focused ideas. She listens for patterns that repeat in day-to-day life and links those patterns back to what someone has lived through.
Background and approach
That can make difficult feelings easier to understand and manage. Sessions are usually weekly and last about fifty minutes. The work is paced to each person, and frequency can change if needs shift.
Early meetings are used to agree goals and ways of working so everyone knows what to expect. Her background includes several mental health settings where she supported people with anxiety, trauma, low self-esteem, bereavement, relationship and family problems. That experience informs a practical approach that aims to reduce immediate distress while also looking at deeper causes.
Barbara offers therapy in English and Polish. She uses a mix of conversational reflection, practical strategies and gentle exploration of past experiences. The aim is to help people feel steadier, clearer about choices, and better able to cope with life changes.
Registration
| Body | Registration number | Expires |
|---|---|---|
| BACP | 388752 | September 2026 |
Registration details are as listed on the counsellor's public profile. You can check any number with the registering body.
Sessions and payment
Sessions are held online through our partner platform, by video, phone or messaging depending on the counsellor.
Costs are shown on the partner platform before you commit. If cost is a concern, ask about reduced-fee options.
Focus areas and approaches
What Barbara works with
Everything Barbara lists, in their own terms.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Relationship issues
- Family conflicts
- Grief
- Self esteem
- Addictions
- LGBT
- Trauma and abuse
- Intimacy-related issues
- Sleeping disorders
- Parenting issues
- Anger management
- Career difficulties
- Depression
- Coping with life changes
- Coaching
- Compassion fatigue
- ADHD
- Abandonment
- Adoption and foster care
- Attachment issues
- Avoidant personality
- Body image
- Cancer
- Codependency
- Commitment issues
- Communication problems
- Control issues
- Coping with natural or human-caused disaster
- Dependent personality
- Divorce and separation
- Domestic violence
- Emptiness
- Family of origin issues
- Family problems
- Fatherhood issues
- Fertility issues
- First responder issues
- Forgiveness
- Guilt and shame
- Immigration issues
- Impulsivity
- Isolation / loneliness
- Jealousy
- Life purpose
- Midlife crisis
- Money and financial issues
- Multicultural concerns
- Narcissism
- Panic disorder and panic attacks
- Prejudice and discrimination
- Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
- Self-love
- Sexual assault and abuse
- Smoking / vaping cessation
- Social anxiety and phobia
- Women's issues
- Workplace issues
- Young adult issues
Approaches Barbara lists
- Client-Centred Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Psychodynamic Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Somatic Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
- Internal Family Systems
Listing an approach is not evidence of training in it. This directory copies what each counsellor names and does not check training records.
Online support
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy or CBT looks at how thoughts, feelings and actions connect. It offers practical techniques to test unhelpful thoughts and try new behaviours, which can be useful for anxiety, depression and sleep problems.
Finding the right way of working is part of the process. The counsellor will discuss goals, try different methods, and adapt the plan based on what feels most helpful. This is a collaborative effort where the client’s preferences and needs shape the work.
Online sessions are offered by video call, phone, live chat or text-based messaging. Video calls are close to face-to-face conversation. Phone sessions need less bandwidth and can fit into a short break from work. Live chat and messaging suit brief check-ins, or when someone prefers not to use video. These options make therapy more flexible and easier to fit around day-to-day life.
Frequently asked
What kinds of problems does this counsellor help with?
Barbara works with many common concerns including stress, anxiety, depression, grief, relationship and family problems, low self-esteem, trauma and addiction-related issues.
What is the therapy style like in sessions?
Her style mixes listening and reflection with practical steps. Sessions include talking through current problems, noticing repeating patterns, and trying small changes between meetings.
What experience does she have?
She has around four years of professional experience working in a range of mental health and therapeutic settings supporting people with anxiety, trauma, bereavement, relationship issues and related concerns.
What credentials and location are listed?
She is registered with the BACP and practises in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English and Polish.
What session formats are available?
Sessions may be held by video call, phone, live chat or text-based messaging depending on preference.
How are sessions charged?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with this counsellor?
To start, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.
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