Joanna Markvoort-Weijters , BACP

Joanna Markvoort-Weijters is a UK-based therapist with 11 years of professional experience who works with people facing stress, anxiety, relationship difficulties, autism-related challenges, motivation and self-esteem concerns, and career obstacles. She is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP), the main professional body for counsellors and psychotherapists in the UK, and draws on that training to offer practical, compassionate support.

Joanna approaches each person as the expert of their own story, helping clients identify and build on their existing strengths to address what is causing distress. Her style balances empathic listening with collaborative goal setting so that clients can explore patterns, clarify values, and develop strategies that fit their daily lives.

Recognizing that beginning therapy often takes courage, Joanna frames early sessions as a way to establish safety and clarity about what a client hopes to change. She guides people through manageable steps toward greater confidence, improved relationships, and clearer career direction, adapting her approach to the needs and pace of each individual.

Therapeutic approaches and online care

Joanna draws on attachment-based therapy to explore how early connections influence current relationships and emotional patterns - this approach helps people understand attachment needs and rebuild trust and closeness where it has been disrupted. She also uses client-centered therapy, which emphasizes empathic listening and unconditional acceptance so clients can discover their own solutions and grow at their own pace. When helpful, elements of existential therapy are introduced to examine meaning, choice, and responsibility during major life transitions.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Joanna collaborates with each client to determine which methods best align with their goals, values, and preferences. She adapts interventions as therapy progresses so that the work remains relevant and effective for the individual.

Online therapy with Joanna is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, providing flexibility for different schedules and communication styles. These options make it easier to maintain regular sessions, balance work and family commitments, and access support from wherever the client is located within the therapist's service area.