Teresa Johnston , BACP

Teresa Johnston is a client-centered counsellor and qualified mindfulness teacher based in the United Kingdom who brings three years of experience working across healthcare and therapeutic settings. She offers a calm, compassionate presence where people can explore difficult feelings and life transitions without pressure or judgment. Teresa supports individuals facing stress and burnout, anxiety and emotional dysregulation, relationship and communication challenges, grief and complex loss, low self-esteem, and shifts such as career or health changes.

Her practice is grounded in respect for each person's lived experience rather than one-size-fits-all solutions. Teresa works collaboratively and gently with clients to make sense of what has been hard and to identify practical, values-aligned steps forward. She emphasizes emotional understanding, improved communication, and building resilience over time.

Teresa holds a Professional Diploma in Counselling, is a qualified mindfulness teacher, and is a registered member of COSCA and BACP - professional counselling organisations that support ethical practice. She is currently completing a Master’s degree in Psychology at the University of Stirling. Those seeking a supportive, person-focused approach will find Teresa approachable and committed to walking alongside them through change and recovery.

Client-Centered and Mindfulness Approaches for Online Therapy

Teresa uses client-centered therapy to create a respectful, non-directive space where the client’s own experiences and goals guide the work. This approach helps people who want to explore personal values, improve self-understanding, and build more authentic relationships.

She also draws on mindfulness therapy, teaching practical attention and breathing skills to help manage overwhelming emotions, reduce reactivity, and strengthen moment-to-moment awareness. Mindfulness can be useful for stress, anxiety, and improving emotional regulation.

Finding the right therapeutic approach is part of the process, and Teresa works collaboratively with each person to determine what fits best based on their needs, goals, and preferences. Together they explore options and adapt methods as progress unfolds.

Online therapy with Teresa is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, making it easier to access support from different locations and at flexible times. These options allow clients to choose the format that feels most practical and comfortable while working with licensed professionals and therapists trained in client-centered and mindfulness approaches.