Joanne Leadbetter , BACP

Joanne Leadbetter is a UK-credentialed therapist who combines formal training with decades of experience supporting young people and adults through life transitions. She holds the BACP credential, indicating membership in a recognised counselling association in the United Kingdom, and brings three years of professional therapy practice alongside more than 30 years of experience working with young people.

Joanne works with a wide range of concerns, including relationship and family difficulties, parenting challenges, career uncertainty, ADHD, anxiety, depression, addictions, and issues related to LGBT identity. She also offers support for more specific challenges such as attachment difficulties, codependency, divorce and separation, impulsivity, and seasonal mood changes. Her approach is grounded in respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and she adapts conversations and treatment plans to each person’s particular circumstances and goals.

Drawing on both professional and life experience in her 50s, Joanne aims to create a collaborative environment where clients can explore patterns, build coping strategies, and take the steps needed to live a more fulfilling life. She emphasises the courage it takes to seek change and supports clients at their own pace toward clearer direction and wellbeing.