Jo-Ann Kempster, BACP
Jo-Ann Kempster is a relationally trained psychotherapist and counsellor who offers practical support for people feeling overwhelmed.
- Stress & Anxiety
- Relationship issues
- Trauma and Abuse
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About Jo-Ann
Jo-Ann Kempster is a relationally trained psychotherapist and counsellor who offers practical support for people feeling overwhelmed. She focuses on helping clients understand themselves, reduce overthinking and develop healthier coping strategies. Jo works in the United Kingdom and brings five years of professional experience to her practice.
She has supported people with stress and anxiety, relationship concerns, and trauma and abuse. Jo also helps with motivation, low self-esteem and building confidence.
Background and approach
Her work includes attention to issues such as grief, sleeping problems, anger and coping with life changes. Jo believes in meeting people with respect, sensitivity and compassion. She shapes conversations and plans to match each person’s needs rather than using a fixed template.
Sessions aim to make sense of patterns, try small changes and build practical skills that fit everyday life. Her style is collaborative and straightforward. She encourages clients to take manageable steps and reflects on what does and does not work.
This approach is intended to help people feel more capable and less alone while they move through change. Jo supports clients who are exploring identity, intimacy-related worries, addiction concerns, career strain and compassion fatigue. She accepts international clients and offers a range of online session formats to make connecting easier for different schedules and circumstances.
Registration
| Body | Registration number | Expires |
|---|---|---|
| BACP | 400810 | May 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 Jo-Ann works with
Everything Jo-Ann lists, in their own terms.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Relationship issues
- Trauma and abuse
- Grief
- Self esteem
- Addictions
- LGBT
- Family conflicts
- Intimacy-related issues
- Sleeping disorders
- Parenting issues
- Anger management
- Career difficulties
- Bipolar disorder
- Depression
- Coping with life changes
- Coaching
- Compassion fatigue
- ADHD
Online support
Choosing the right approach is part of the work and happens together. Jo-Ann will talk through goals, try methods that fit the issue and adjust plans based on what the client finds helpful. The process is collaborative and focused on small, realistic steps that can be used between sessions.
Online formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation when that is helpful. Phone sessions can be easier when bandwidth is limited or a quieter check-in is needed. Live chat and messaging suit shorter check-ins, written reflection or people who prefer not to be on camera. These options make it easier to fit therapy around work, family and travel commitments and to keep consistent contact as progress continues.
Frequently asked
What concerns can Jo-Ann help with?
Jo-Ann works with stress, anxiety, relationship worries, trauma and abuse, grief, low self-esteem and a wide range of related issues such as sleeping, anger, bipolar and addiction concerns.
What is her therapeutic style like?
Her relational approach focuses on understanding patterns in relationships and thinking. Sessions are collaborative and aim to develop practical coping strategies and clearer self-awareness.
What experience does she have?
She has five years of professional experience working with people on issues including stress, anxiety, relationship concerns and trauma.
What credentials and location are listed?
She is registered with the BACP, which is noted as her credential, and practices in the United Kingdom.
Which languages and international options are available?
Sessions are offered in English and she accepts international clients.
Which session formats are offered?
Jo-Ann provides video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging to suit different preferences and schedules.
How is cost handled?
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 her?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire and then schedule sessions according to therapist availability.
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