Joanne Rankin , NCPS

Joanne Rankin is an accredited counsellor based in the United Kingdom who brings a compassionate, integrative approach to her work. She is registered with the National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society (NCPS) and holds an MSc in Psychology, a BA (Hons) and a Level 5 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling. The MSc is a Master of Science in Psychology, the BA (Hons) is a bachelor degree with honours, and the Level 5 Diploma reflects advanced vocational training in therapeutic counselling.

She supports adults facing a wide range of emotional challenges, including trauma and abuse, grief and loss, sleep difficulties and bipolar disorder. In addition to therapeutic work, she has experience in executive and professional coaching, helping people manage high stress, improve work-life balance and navigate career transitions. Her practice also addresses related concerns such as attachment issues, abandonment, adoption and foster care, codependency and communication problems.

Joanne uses an integrative, trauma-informed style that draws on multiple therapeutic models to meet each person where they are. She creates an open, nonjudgmental space for exploration, listening attentively and working alongside clients as they seek clarity and change. Reaching out for support can take courage, and she aims to empower people through practical, collaborative steps toward healing and improved well-being.

Approaches That Guide Online Support

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them, and focuses on identifying values-driven steps to improve quality of life; it can be helpful for anxiety, low mood and stress-related problems. Attachment-Based Therapy explores how early relationships influence current patterns in close relationships and offers ways to build more secure connections and address abandonment or attachment concerns. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes a respectful, non-directive stance where the therapist provides empathy and understanding to help the person find their own solutions and grow at their own pace.

Finding the right therapeutic approach is part of the work, and Joanne will collaborate with each person to determine which methods fit their needs, goals and preferences. She draws on different models as appropriate and tailors sessions so the approach feels useful and achievable for the individual.

Online therapy with Joanne is available via video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging, offering flexibility for those balancing work, family and other commitments. These options make regular contact more accessible and allow people to continue therapy from wherever they are while working with a licensed professional who can support progress between sessions.