Jo-Ann Kempster , BACP

Jo-Ann Kempster is a relationally trained psychotherapist and counsellor who supports people navigating overwhelming moments and complicated inner experiences. She helps clients make sense of overthinking, uncover patterns that keep them stuck, and develop healthier coping strategies for daily life. With five years of professional experience and BACP accreditation - BACP stands for the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy - Jo-Ann brings UK-based clinical experience to her work.

Her practice includes supporting people with stress and anxiety, relationship challenges, and trauma and abuse. She also works with motivation, self-esteem, and building confidence, helping clients find practical ways to move forward when motivation wanes or self-belief falters. Jo-Ann frames therapy as a collaborative process, tailoring conversation and treatment plans to each person’s unique needs and circumstances.

Respect, sensitivity, and compassion guide her approach, and she emphasizes empowering clients to take the courageous steps toward a more fulfilling and happier life. Jo-Ann aims to create an environment where people can better understand themselves and practice new ways of coping that fit their goals and values.

Relational and Evidence-Based Care Online

Jo-Ann Kempster draws on relational training to explore how patterns in relationships and early connections shape current thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. This approach focuses on the therapeutic relationship as a place to understand interpersonal patterns and to practice new, healthier ways of relating that can reduce distress and improve connection.

Alongside relational work, Jo-Ann uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that teach practical coping skills and emotional regulation. These methods help people manage stress and anxiety, build confidence, and respond differently to triggers rooted in trauma or difficult life events.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic journey, and Jo-Ann works collaboratively with each person to identify what fits best with their needs, goals, and preferences. She tailors sessions and plans so therapy feels relevant and achievable.

Online therapy with Jo-Ann is available by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging. These options offer flexibility for scheduling, allow access from different locations, and make it easier to maintain continuity of care while fitting therapy into everyday life.