- Psychodynamic focus
- Trauma-informed care
- Works with codependency
About Joe
Joe Roberts is a transpersonal counsellor based in the United Kingdom. He works with people who feel stuck, overwhelmed or unsure about next steps. His approach is calm and open, and he gives space for whatever someone brings to the room.
He supports people with stress, anxiety, depression, addiction and grief. He also helps those dealing with sexuality and relationship questions, gender dysphoria, body image and codependency. Many concerns overlap, and he treats them as connected rather than separate problems.
Joe draws on psychodynamic and trauma-focused approaches to understand patterns from the past and how they affect life now. That means looking at repeated reactions, attachment issues, shame and emptiness so changes can be made day to day. Sessions aim to make sense of difficult feelings and find practical ways to respond to them.
With three years' experience and BACP listed credential, he frames work around each person’s needs and values. He talks through options with clients and encourages small, achievable steps. The emphasis is on helping people notice what matters to them and act on it.
People start by describing the current problem and what they hope to change. From there Joe and the client decide together how to proceed, focusing on clear, realistic goals and ways to manage distress between sessions.
How psychodynamic and trauma-focused ideas guide online work
Psychodynamic work looks at how patterns from earlier relationships and experiences show up now. It helps people notice repeated reactions, quiet assumptions and old ways of coping so they can choose differently in daily life.Trauma-focused work attends to the impact of past hurt and frightening events. It aims to help people name what happened, reduce overwhelming responses and develop steadier ways of managing strong feelings.
Finding the right approach is part of the process. The therapist will talk with each person about their needs, goals and preferences and together they decide which methods to try. That collaborative planning can change as work progresses, with room to slow down or take a different direction if needed.
Session formats are not specified in the original biography, so confirm current options before booking. Online therapy can make it easier to fit counselling into a busy life, cut travel time and allow shorter check-ins when needed. It can also suit people who prefer not to be on camera or who need a quieter arrangement to concentrate. Registered or accredited professionals offer many of these options, and Joe will discuss what practical arrangements work best for each person.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
3+ years
Credentials
Listed on profile
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Joe commonly help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, addictions and grief, and with related issues such as body image, shame, codependency and relationship concerns.
What is Joe's style in therapy?
His work is transpersonal and reflective, using psychodynamic and trauma-focused ideas to look at patterns and past influences. He aims for clear, practical conversations that help people try different ways of coping.
How much clinical experience does he have?
Joe has three years' experience working with mental health, addiction and identity-related issues.
What professional credential does he hold and where is he based?
He is listed with BACP and practises in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people from other countries work with him?
He is not currently accepting international clients.
How are fees and payment handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions are provided via a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
What do I need to do to begin?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to the therapist's availability.
Profile details come from information the therapist supplied to BetterHelp. Credential and registration rules differ between the United States, the United Kingdom and Australia.