Janis Dreosti, BACP
Compassionate UK counsellor for trauma and anxiety
- Trauma informed support
- Stress and anxiety care
- Personalised therapy plans
About Janis Dreosti
Janis Dreosti is a UK-qualified counsellor who supports people experiencing stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, low self-esteem, depression and motivation difficulties. She offers an interactive, relaxed style that encourages clients to feel at ease in sessions so they can focus on what they want from therapy and how to work together.
Janis has experience working with young people and students and is familiar with the kinds of pressures and anxieties that can feel overwhelming. She uses psycho-education to explain why symptoms such as anxiety, OCD, low confidence, anger or a sense of being overwhelmed may occur, and she pairs that understanding with practical techniques to manage those experiences.
Therapy is personalised by integrating a range of therapeutic skills and tools chosen to address stress, depression and feelings of overwhelm. When working with trauma, Janis does not ask clients to recount past events; instead she concentrates on the effects those experiences have left behind and moves at a pace guided by the client, who is considered the expert on their own life.
In addition to private practice, Janis has worked for over five years with a local charity supporting and counselling people affected by domestic violence, sexual abuse, PTSD and depression. She holds BACP membership - the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy - and brings five years of clinical experience to her practice. An initial session focuses on understanding current difficulties, the impact on well-being and the goals a client wishes to achieve, and from there a plan is developed to begin the work together.
Janis has experience working with young people and students and is familiar with the kinds of pressures and anxieties that can feel overwhelming. She uses psycho-education to explain why symptoms such as anxiety, OCD, low confidence, anger or a sense of being overwhelmed may occur, and she pairs that understanding with practical techniques to manage those experiences.
Therapy is personalised by integrating a range of therapeutic skills and tools chosen to address stress, depression and feelings of overwhelm. When working with trauma, Janis does not ask clients to recount past events; instead she concentrates on the effects those experiences have left behind and moves at a pace guided by the client, who is considered the expert on their own life.
In addition to private practice, Janis has worked for over five years with a local charity supporting and counselling people affected by domestic violence, sexual abuse, PTSD and depression. She holds BACP membership - the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy - and brings five years of clinical experience to her practice. An initial session focuses on understanding current difficulties, the impact on well-being and the goals a client wishes to achieve, and from there a plan is developed to begin the work together.
Areas of Expertise
Also Specializes In
Relationship issuesFamily conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAutism and Asperger SyndromeBlended family issuesCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDivorce and separationFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameHoardingImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisMulticultural concernsObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPhobiasPost-traumatic stressSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Mindfulness Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Janis Dreosti have?
She has 5 years of experience.
Is Janis Dreosti a registered therapist?
Yes. She holds the BACP credential.
In which languages does Janis Dreosti provide therapy?
She provides therapy in English.
Where is Janis Dreosti located?
She is located in the United Kingdom.
How can I work with Janis Dreosti as my therapist?
Clients can work with Janis Dreosti through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Janis Dreosti work with international clients?
Yes, Janis Dreosti works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Janis Dreosti cost?
Costs can vary depending on factors such as a client's location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be cancelled at any time, for any reason. For current details, selecting the 'Start Therapy' button on this page will provide up-to-date information.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is straightforward. Individuals can select the 'Start Therapy' button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match them with the therapist. Depending on availability, they can then schedule a first session by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic approaches and online support
Janis draws on client-centered work, cognitive behavioral techniques and trauma-focused methods in her online practice. Client-centered therapy emphasizes empathy, active listening and collaboration so clients feel heard and can explore their values, relationships and self-esteem. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and behaviours and using practical strategies to reduce anxiety, low mood and patterns that get in the way of daily functioning. Trauma-focused therapy concentrates on the present impact of traumatic experiences, working at a pace suited to the individual and using tools to reduce symptoms and improve regulation.Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Janis works collaboratively with clients and registered professionals to determine which methods best match a client s needs, goals and preferences, adapting techniques as the work progresses.
Online therapy offers flexibility and accessibility for people with busy schedules or who are based abroad. Video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging allow clients to access consistent support from therapists while balancing work, study and family commitments, and make it easier to maintain momentum between sessions.