Johanna Skillen, BACP
Johanna Skillen is a counsellor based in the United Kingdom with five years of practice.
About Johanna
Johanna Skillen is a counsellor based in the United Kingdom with five years of practice. She helps people who are feeling overwhelmed by stress, anxiety or depression. Johanna aims to make first steps feel manageable and straightforward.
She prefers a calm, open approach where clients can talk honestly. Sessions focus on what matters most to the individual. Johanna listens without judgement and helps name what feels hard right now.
Her work often addresses grief, trauma and abuse in clear, practical ways.
Background and approach
She also supports people dealing with low self-esteem, motivation struggles and control issues. Conversations can cover how daily routines, thoughts and behaviours feed into mood and stress. Johanna uses client-centred methods to keep the focus on the person in front of her.
She also draws on Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, which looks at links between thoughts, feelings and actions. Together these approaches guide practical steps clients can try between sessions. People who prefer a straightforward, compassionate style tend to fit well with Johanna.
She encourages realistic goals and gentle progress rather than quick fixes. The aim is to help each person find clearer choices and better ways of coping.
Registration
| Body | Registration number | Expires |
|---|---|---|
| BACP | 412782 | April 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 Johanna works with
Everything Johanna lists, in their own terms.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Grief
- Self esteem
- Depression
- Trauma and abuse
- Coping with life changes
- Control issues
- Self-love
Approaches Johanna lists
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Online support
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, or CBT, looks at how thoughts, feelings and actions interact. It often involves identifying unhelpful thought patterns and testing small behavioural changes. CBT can be useful for anxiety, low mood and managing stress in everyday life.
Finding the right blend of methods is part of the process. The therapist works collaboratively with each person to decide which approach or mix suits their goals and preferences. That means plans can change as progress and needs become clearer.
Online formats make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation when a fuller interaction is helpful. Phone sessions use less bandwidth and can be simpler for a quick check-in. Live chat and text-based messaging are useful for shorter updates, brief reflections or when writing feels easier than speaking. These options give flexibility to match practical needs and comfort.
Frequently asked
What concerns does Johanna help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, trauma and abuse. Other focuses include self-esteem, coping with life changes, control issues and self-love.
How would you describe her therapy style?
Her style is calm and client-centred, with practical steps added from Cognitive Behavioural Therapy. Sessions are conversational and focused on what the client wants to change.
How much experience does she have?
She has five years of professional work experience helping people with a range of emotional and practical difficulties.
What credentials and location are listed?
She holds BACP as her listed credential and is based in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
International clients are not currently accepted.
What formats are available for sessions?
Sessions are available by video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text-based messaging.
How does cost and scheduling work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time. To start, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.
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