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Jo Shenton, BACP

Integrative counsellor for addiction and relationships
  • Addiction and recovery support
  • Anxiety and low mood
  • Couples and individual work

About Jo Shenton

Jo Shenton is an integrative counsellor who adapts therapeutic methods to fit each person's unique circumstances. She works collaboratively with individuals and couples to explore current challenges, drawing on a range of approaches so the work is shaped around what helps each client most. Jo focuses on helping people understand their situation, uncover their own solutions, and develop practical ways to move toward a more fulfilling future.

With six years of practice, Jo has considerable experience supporting people facing addiction, anxiety, depression and low self-esteem. She has also delivered outreach work in areas such as substance misuse, suicidal ideation and mental health recovery, offering both one-to-one and couples support. Her aim is to create a trusting therapeutic relationship in which clients feel valued and accepted and can work through painful experiences and relationship difficulties.

Jo holds a Professional Diploma in Psychotherapeutic Counselling (level 6) and a Certificate in Counselling from Staffordshire University, and she works in line with the BACP - the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy - by undertaking regular supervision, training and ongoing professional development. Her practice emphasises respect, collaboration and practical progress towards clients' goals.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Also Specializes In

LGBTFamily conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAttachment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDrug and alcohol addictionForgivenessGuilt and shameIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMood disordersNarcissismPersonality disordersPost-traumatic stressProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Self-harmSelf-loveSocial anxiety and phobia

Therapeutic Approach

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Motivational Interviewing Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Jo Shenton have?

Jo Shenton has 6 years of experience working with individuals and couples.

Is Jo Shenton a registered therapist?

Yes. Jo Shenton holds BACP, the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy.

In which languages does Jo Shenton provide therapy?

Jo provides therapy in English.

Where is Jo Shenton located?

Jo Shenton is based in the United Kingdom.

How can I work with Jo Shenton as my therapist?

Work with Jo can take place via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Jo Shenton work with international clients?

Yes, Jo Shenton works with international clients.

How much does therapy with Jo Shenton cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your 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, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Approaches and online care for practical change



Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice difficult thoughts and feelings without being driven by them, and focuses on identifying values and taking committed action toward a meaningful life - it can be useful for anxiety, depression and life transitions.

Attachment-Based Therapy looks at patterns formed in close relationships and how early attachment experiences influence current connections; it supports people working through abandonment, trust and intimacy issues to build healthier relational patterns.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a structured, problem-focused approach that helps clients identify unhelpful thoughts and behaviours and develop practical skills to reduce symptoms of anxiety, low mood and stress.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process and Jo works collaboratively with each person to identify which methods suit their needs, goals and preferences. Together they adapt techniques and priorities as therapy progresses to ensure the best possible fit.

Online sessions are offered by video call, phone, live chat or text-based messaging, making it easier to fit therapy around work, family and other commitments. These options increase flexibility and access, allowing people to engage with registered professionals from different locations while maintaining continuity of care.

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