- ACT and CBT
- Attachment work
- Addiction outreach
About Jo
Jo Shenton is a BACP counsellor in the United Kingdom with six years of experience. She works with people facing stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship difficulties, trauma and abuse, depression and a wide range of related concerns such as grief, sleep and eating problems, and self-esteem issues.
She uses an integrative approach that draws on several counselling styles. Sessions focus on understanding what is happening now, and on practical steps someone can try between meetings. Conversations are straightforward and aimed at helping the person notice patterns, try new responses and find what helps them feel more able to cope.
Jo combines approaches including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and client-centred work alongside attachment-based ideas and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy techniques. She also uses motivational interviewing when helping with addiction and behaviour change. Regular supervision and continuing professional development are part of her practice under the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, BACP.
Her background includes outreach work in addiction, substance misuse, suicidal ideation and mental health recovery. That experience informs practical help for people rebuilding routines, managing cravings, or reducing harm.
People often come to Jo to talk through control issues, communication difficulties, feelings of isolation or shame, and problems linked to parenting, career or life changes. She helps people explore choices and develop small steps that fit their everyday life.
How Jo uses therapeutic approaches in online work
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them. It encourages choosing actions that align with a person’s values, which can help when anxiety or avoidance gets in the way.Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thinking and testing different behaviours. It is practical and often includes small experiments to reduce anxiety about social situations or performance fears.
Attachment-Based Therapy looks at how past relationships shape current patterns. It can help people understand reactions in close relationships and work on different ways of relating.
Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the work. Jo will discuss options and agree a plan based on someone’s goals, preferences and what feels manageable. That means trying techniques together and adjusting the approach over time.
If you are considering online sessions, confirm the exact session formats before booking. The therapist’s profile does not list specific formats, so checking current options is recommended. Online work can make it easier to fit meetings into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and remove travel time, which helps some people keep continuity with therapy.
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Experience
6+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Jo work with?
She supports people with stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship and trauma-related issues as listed in her profile.
What is her therapeutic style?
Jo uses an integrative counselling style, blending methods such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, CBT and client-centred work to match what a person needs.
How much experience does she have?
She has six years of experience working in counselling and outreach roles, including work in addiction and mental health recovery.
What credentials and location are listed?
Jo is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and practises in the United Kingdom.
Are sessions offered in other languages?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does she work with international clients?
She accepts international clients as noted in the profile.
How are sessions charged?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin with Jo?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session.