Joanna

Mrs Joanna Baars

Professional Counselor

“A humanistic/integrative counsellor registered with the NCPS, who specialises particularly in (normalised) childhood trauma for both adults & minors (CPTSD), trust, loneliness, identity, self-relationship issues & rebuilding, general relationships & attachment, generalised anxiety, neurodivergence, LGBTQIA+ & more.”

About Me

I guide adults and minors through the complexities of normalised childhood trauma and CPTSD. My humanistic and integrative approach helps rebuild trust, explore identity, and strengthen self-relationships. I also support clients navigating loneliness, general anxiety, neurodivergence, and LGBTQIA+ concerns. Together, we create a safe, compassionate space for healing and growth.

Approach

Starting from the trust and identity work we already name, therapy here moves at your pace with steady, practical steps that honour past wounds while building present safety. In sessions in Greater London or online in English I use reflective listening, somatic grounding and flexible pacing to help you notice patterns, try different responses and practice new self-relating between meetings. I keep tasks small, collaborative and tailored to neurodivergent needs or anxious minds. People seeking steady, humane support tend to find this approach helpful.
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Basic Information

In-person & Online

Services

Services Offered:

  • Counseling

    A form of talk therapy providing a safe, confidential space to explore feelings, thoughts, and behaviours with a trained professional.

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  • Trauma Counseling

    Counselling specifically for people affected by traumatic events, focused on processing what happened and reducing symptoms like flashbacks and hypervigilance.

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  • Wellness Support

    Holistic support focused on overall well-being, including stress management, lifestyle balance, and building sustainable healthy habits.

  • Free Consultation

    A no-cost initial session to meet the therapist, discuss needs, and decide whether they are the right fit before committing.

  • Relationship Counseling

    Counselling for couples or partners focused on improving communication, rebuilding trust, and strengthening emotional connection.

  • Online Therapy

    Therapy sessions conducted over video call, phone, or secure messaging, using the same professional methods delivered remotely.

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  • Individual Therapy

    One-on-one therapy sessions between a client and a therapist, focused on that person's specific concerns and goals.

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  • Sex Therapy

    Specialised therapy addressing sexual concerns such as low desire, performance anxiety, pain during sex, or mismatched needs between partners.

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Works With:

  • All ages
  • Couples
  • Families
  • Individuals
  • Organisations

Area of Expertise

Scope of Practice:

  • Abuse

    Emotional, physical, or sexual mistreatment by another person that causes lasting psychological harm and disrupts a person's sense of safety.

  • Anxiety

    Persistent worry, nervousness, or fear that is disproportionate to the situation and interferes with daily functioning.

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  • ADHD / Attention

    A neurodevelopmental condition involving persistent difficulty with attention, impulsivity, and/or hyperactivity that interferes with daily functioning.

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  • Autism (ASD)

    A neurodevelopmental condition affecting social communication, sensory processing, and behaviour patterns, with a wide range of presentations and strengths.

  • Mood Disorder

    A category of mental health conditions, including depression and bipolar disorder, in which a person's emotional state is significantly and persistently disrupted.

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  • LGBTQI+ Support

    The unique psychological experiences of LGBTQI+ individuals, including identity exploration, coming out, discrimination, minority stress, and relationship dynamics.

  • Identity Issues

    A person's sense of who they are, including their values, beliefs, roles, and self-perception, and the distress that arises when this sense is unclear, fragmented, or negative.

  • Self-Esteem

    A person's overall sense of their own worth and value. When chronically low, it can drive self-doubt, avoidance, and difficulty in relationships.

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  • Trauma Therapy

    Therapeutic approaches specifically designed to help people process and recover from traumatic experiences.

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  • Relationship Issues

    Difficulties in romantic relationships, including communication problems, trust breakdowns, conflict patterns, or uncertainty about the relationship's future.

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Professional Title:

  • Professional Counselor

    A counselor qualified to provide professional mental health counselling services.

Credentials

Registrations

The National Counseling and Psychotherapy Society

Counsellor

Qualifications

Chrysalis Courses - University of West London

Service Areas

London Office

In-person & Online

Kensington

Greater London, England

United Kingdom

Kensington, Greater London, United Kingdom