Hello, my name is Joe, and thanks for taking the time to read my profile.
My own experience, both as a client and as a therapist, is that sometimes life becomes difficult in ways that are hard to make sense of or talk about.
You might be struggling with a relationship, separation, porn or another unwanted behaviour. Perhaps you're drinking more than you'd like, feeling anxious or overwhelmed, or simply feeling stuck and unsure what to do next.
I provide online, person-centred counselling for men who want a space to talk honestly about what's happening, without judgement. I have a particular interest in working with men, especially those who may find it difficult to talk about what they're going through or who have reached a point where things have become difficult to manage alone.
Some of the things I work with include:
• Anxiety, overthinking and feeling stuck
• Relationships, separation and affairs
• Porn and unwanted or compulsive behaviours
• Shame and difficult emotions
• Alcohol and other difficult behaviours
• Life changes and loss of direction
• Emotional and relationship difficulties
• Adjusting to major changes in life
My approach is straightforward and collaborative. I pay particular attention to your process, the language you use and the emotions that underpin our conversations. I'll work with you to understand what's happening, explore patterns that may be keeping you stuck, and together we can consider what might help you move forward.
I also have personal experience of recovery, which has shaped my understanding of some of the difficulties people can face around habits, behaviour and change. My interest in mindfulness and my wider life experience also inform the way I work. I want you to feel able to explore what's going on without pressure or judgement.
How I work
Free initial call: We start with an informal 20-minute chat to discuss what you're looking for and answer any questions.
First session and shared goals: If we decide to work together, our first full session gives us an opportunity to clarify what you want from counselling so that our work has a sense of direction.
Regular check-ins: As we work together, we'll take time to review how things are going and whether the counselling continues to feel useful and relevant to you.
I have two years' experience in two recovery centres and two colleges. I currently offer counselling to Red Rose Recovery Lancaster, students at Kendal College and support doctors via Physicians Anonymous. You can find my profile here: https://physiciansanonymous.org/coaches-and-mentors/
Training/Qualifications
PESI The Complete Foundational Training for Treating PTSD and Complex Trauma
PESI Working With Experiences of Domestic Abuse: Master the Research- Backed DAC Model
Postgraduate Certificate in Counselling and Psychotherapy from the University of Cumbria.
Certificate in Counselling Skills
TA101 official preliminaries to Transactionaction anlysis
BACP-Counselling in NHS Talking Therapies: PCE CfD certificate
CGL Suicidal behaviours and awareness trainng
CGL Understanding drug and alcohol misuse
Advanced Counselling Skills Certificate course in understanding human psychology and emotional intelligence
Post Graduate Certificate of Education (PGCE)
BA hons Theology and Comparative Religion
Alongside my counselling work, I bring a broad professional background shaped by both mental health and education. Before training as a teacher, I worked as a mental health worker, supporting a diverse range of individuals with mental health difficulties and learning needs. I later gained extensive teaching experience in the UK and abroad, spending several years living and working in Italy.
These experiences continue to inform my therapeutic approach, helping me to offer grounded, compassionate support that recognises the complexity of each person’s life, history, and circumstances.
I have practised mindfulness for over thirty years and hold a deep interest in how spirituality can support recovery and emotional wellbeing.
I offer online person-centred, trauma-informed counselling for men struggling with addiction, compulsive behaviours, and related issues—helping you explore underlying patterns and move toward meaningful change.
In addition to addiction, I support men facing a range of challenges such as anxiety, stress, burnout, depression, grief and major life transitions. Whether you’re feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or just need someone to talk to, I’m here to offer a supportive, non-judgemental space.
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