About John
John Courtney is a counsellor who helps people manage stress, anxiety, depression and the impact of trauma and abuse. He also supports those facing grief, anger, relationship and family strain, parenting pressures, career questions and issues around self-esteem. John notes work with LGBT concerns as part of his practice and accepts international clients.
John aims to build a relationship based on empathy, authenticity and non-judgemental acceptance. That relationship is used as a starting point to look at what is troubling someone, where feelings might come from, and how they affect daily life.
Background and approach
He focuses on practical steps people can take to move toward the life they want. His style blends psychodynamic ideas with humanistic, client-centred principles. This means looking at past patterns and present experience together, while keeping the pace and goals guided by the client.
Sessions are shaped around each person’s needs rather than a fixed formula. John has four years of clinical experience and holds BACP registration. He draws on approaches such as attachment-based work and solution-focused techniques when these fit the client’s goals.
He has experience helping people who have faced trauma, loss, relationship breakdown and chronic stress. John understands starting therapy can feel daunting because he has personal experience of seeking therapy himself. He describes the process as a collaborative walk, where he supports people to explore, understand and make changes at a pace that suits them.
What John works with
Everything John lists, in their own terms. LGBT is the reason John is listed here; the rest shows what else John works with.
- Stress, Anxiety
- LGBT
- Trauma and abuse
- Grief
- Anger management
- Relationship issues
- Family conflicts
- Parenting issues
- Self esteem
- Career difficulties
- Depression
- Coping with life changes
Approaches John lists
- Attachment-Based Therapy
- Client-Centred Therapy
- Jungian Therapy
- Psychodynamic Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
Listing an approach is not evidence of training in it. This directory copies what each counsellor names and does not check training records.
Therapeutic approaches and how they work online
John uses attachment-based ideas to look at how past and current close relationships shape feelings and reactions; this can help with anxiety, relationship strain and patterns of feeling unsafe or disconnected. He also works in a client-centred way, which means sessions are guided by what the person brings and the pace they prefer, useful for exploring emotions, grief and self-esteem. Solution-focused techniques are used when people want short-term practical steps and clear goals to manage stress or make changes.Choosing the right approach is part of the process and is decided together. The therapist listens to the person's goals, life situation and preferences, then suggests ways of working that might help. That plan can be adjusted as therapy continues so it stays relevant and useful.
Practical benefits of online therapy include fitting sessions into a busy week and making it easier to continue work when travel or schedules are difficult. Online work can also let someone choose quieter moments for a shorter check-in or avoid being on camera when that helps them feel more comfortable. Because the biography does not list specific session formats, please confirm the available options before booking so sessions match everyday life and goals.
Questions people ask about John
What kinds of issues does John help with?
He supports people with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, grief, anger, relationship and family strain, parenting pressures, self-esteem, career concerns and coping with life changes. He also notes working with LGBT issues.
What is his therapeutic style like?
John combines psychodynamic ideas with client-centred practice, aiming for an empathic and authentic relationship. He works collaboratively and lets the client help set the pace and goals.
How much experience does he have?
John has four years of therapeutic experience working with a range of difficulties, including trauma, loss and long-term stress.
What credentials and location are listed?
He is registered with the BACP and is based in the United Kingdom.
Which languages and international arrangements are supported?
Sessions are offered in English and he accepts international clients.
What session formats are available?
The original biography does not list specific session formats, so please confirm current session options with the service before booking.
How does cost work for sessions?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.
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