- Compassionate listener
- Practical coping skills
- Values-based work
About Joel
Joel Burns, NCPS, is a therapist based in the United Kingdom who helps people facing stress, anxiety, depression, grief, addiction and relationship or intimacy concerns. He also supports people dealing with parenting, career questions, eating and sleeping difficulties, anger, low self-esteem and life changes such as midlife transition or issues around fatherhood. Joel uses an open, compassionate style and aims to create a warm and respectful space for people to be heard.
He takes an integrative approach that blends client-centred work with cognitive behavioural ideas and acceptance and commitment thinking. Sessions are collaborative and paced to each person’s needs, with a calm, non-judgemental manner and a mindfulness orientation. Joel often helps people notice the patterns that come from past relationships and life experiences so they can make different choices in the present.
Joel describes his work as educative and practical. He aims to teach coping skills, build insight and strengthen problem-solving so people can feel more autonomous. Motivational interviewing and narrative ideas are used when helpful to explore values and move towards change.
Originally from the United States, he has worked and studied in several countries and brings a multicultural outlook to his practice. He welcomes people of varied backgrounds and identities and speaks English.
Joel holds the NCPS credential and has six years of professional experience. He accepts international clients and uses a subscription model for sessions that can be cancelled at any time.
How Joel’s approaches translate to online therapy
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on clarifying values and taking action that matters to you, while learning to notice difficult thoughts rather than be driven by them. It is often useful for anxiety, depression and coping with life changes. Client-Centred Therapy centres the person’s experience and relies on empathy, listening and unconditional positive regard to help people feel understood and to build self-trust. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) looks at how thoughts, feelings and behaviours interact and teaches practical strategies to change unhelpful patterns; it can help with anxiety, low mood, sleep problems and some addictive behaviours.Choosing the right approach is part of the work. Joel will discuss different methods with you and together you can decide what fits your needs, goals and preferences. He aims to adapt techniques to the pace and priorities you bring to sessions, so therapy feels collaborative rather than prescriptive.
The therapist's biography does not list specific online formats, so please confirm the current options before booking. Many people find online sessions make it easier to fit therapy around work, childcare or travel, and some prefer shorter check-ins or audio-only conversations when that suits their day. Online work can also let you continue with counselling if you move or travel internationally, while keeping focus on practical skill-building and self-understanding.
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Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Joel help with?
He supports people with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, addictions and relationship or intimacy issues. He also works with parenting, career questions, eating and sleeping difficulties and life changes such as midlife concerns.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
Joel uses a calm, non-judgemental and compassionate style. He works collaboratively, pacing sessions to the person and teaching practical coping skills.
What is his professional background?
He has six years of professional counselling experience and a background in counselling, sport, education and social work. He has worked and studied in several countries.
What credentials and location are listed?
He holds the NCPS credential and is based in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are supported and can international clients be seen?
Sessions are offered in English and he does accept international clients.
What session formats are available?
The original biography does not specify session formats; please confirm current session options with the service before booking.
How are sessions priced?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with Joel?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.