Tracey Johnstone, NCPS

Tracey Johnstone is a counsellor who helps people facing stress, anxiety and big life changes, including midlife concerns. She works with those coping with trauma, grief, low mood and self-esteem, and people managing ADHD, bipolar symptoms or caregiving strain. Tracey is a registered member of the National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society, NCPS, and brings three years of professional experience to her practice.

Her approach is person-centred, so sessions focus on what matters to each individual. She listens first, then works alongside clients to set goals and find practical ways forward. People can expect a respectful, non-judgemental space to talk through difficult feelings and make sense of their choices.

Tracey uses trauma-focused methods when past harm affects present life. This work aims to reduce the hold of painful memories and to rebuild coping after abuse or distressing events. She adapts the pace to what each person can manage.

Practical concerns are part of the work. Tracey helps with relationship strain, career questions, parenting stress, and grief after loss. She also supports those experiencing chronic illness, body image issues, or problems with commitment and control.

Sessions are collaborative and paced to suit the client. The therapist encourages small, achievable steps and checks in on progress. To begin, people are asked to use the site Start Therapy button and complete the short matching questionnaire before scheduling.

How her approaches translate to online counselling

Tracey uses client-centred work that keeps the person’s experience at the heart of each session. This approach involves listening closely, reflecting what you say, and helping you identify goals and next steps. It suits people who want a collaborative, paced space to talk things through.

She also offers trauma-focused therapy when past events affect current life. This work aims to reduce the intensity of distressing memories and to strengthen day-to-day coping, useful for people recovering from abuse or other traumatic experiences.

Finding the right approach is a shared process. Tracey will discuss what feels most helpful and adapt the work as you progress, matching techniques to your goals, pace and preferences. The plan can change if something isn’t working.

Practical benefits of online therapy include fitting sessions into a busy life and keeping appointments that might otherwise be hard to attend. Please confirm current session options before booking, as formats are not specified here. Online work can make it easier to maintain regular check-ins, save travel time and allow shorter or longer sessions to fit your schedule.