When I met Josephine, I wasn’t sure about the cause of my constant frustration and anxiety and in my mind I told myself, I was only unhappy in certain situations. Josephine has changed everything, she made me see the situation from outside and realise what was wrong and what I needed to focus on so I go back to my old self. I am tremendously grateful to her for letting me open up the can of worms that I have been hiding for years. She is very patient, honest and so nice to talk to that I felt like she was part of my family throughout the whole therapy. I could see an improvement in the way I felt about things after each session. It wasn’t just a therapy for me, it was something that I was looking forward to every week.

I found Josephine through the EAP service offered by my previous workplace after suffering over 8 years of sexual harassment. I felt Josephine understood my situation and had knowledge on how women are viewed in society, which helped validate my feelings after work persistently dismissed them. It was fundamental to have a safe space to feel heard whilst fighting this case as the experience was very lonely and work often made me feel like I was in the wrong for speaking up. We also talked about childhood and she helped me understand how I’d found myself in a pattern of being subjected to abuse. In the end I lost the case, one of the perpetrators got promoted to become a lecturer and I was left feeling I had no choice but to leave my job. However, there is a silver lining, I now work for a woman’s charity, supporting women who are in difficult situations due to male perpetrators and I am in a much better place. Even though fighting harassment was one of the hardest things I’ve ever gone through, with Josephine’s support, I found my purpose and a reason to keep going. I’m learning to stand up for myself and after processing a lot of uncomfortable feelings and doing some hard internal work, I can finally say for the first time in my life, I am free from abuse.

I was really struggling to switch off from work and there was no such thing as a work, life balance happening. I was not even aware of how low I felt – I was not functioning well on any level. I decided to call the employee assistance scheme and following a useful conversation they recommended that I have some counselling. It was such a relief to have someone agree that I needed some support. The scheme introduced me to Josephine. I felt completely comfortable chatting with Josephine from our first session. Over the weeks we discussed a wide range of aspects of my work life and more, and I found it incredibly helpful that I could leave the session with something to think through in a different way and something practical to try. I benefited from the fact that Josephine quickly realised the type of language that had a positive impact on me as well as recognising the things that truly matter to me each day. I came away from the experience with a useful tool kit to use as needed, as well as the knowledge that I’m not too far off track. I would recommend Josephine as someone who gave me her professional support but most of all as someone who genuinely took the time to understand me, where I was at and where I want to go. I’m very grateful for her support and expertise.

After discovering my partner had cheated, I struggled with anxiety, stress, and low self-worth. Having had disappointing counselling experiences before, I wasn’t expecting much—but from the start, Josephine made me feel valued and heard. She created a safe space where I could express myself, gain perspective, and work towards solutions.

A few months later, my relationship is stronger, I’m rebuilding trust, and I know my worth. Josephine keeps it real—she listens, understands, and brings an infectious energy. She’s changed my view on counselling, and if I ever need support again, she’s the only person I’ll turn to.

Having never experienced counselling sessions before, I wasn’t sure what to expect or if they would even help. But at a difficult point in my life, I knew I had to try—and I’m so glad I did. From our very first online therapy session, Josephine made me feel comfortable, safe, and able to open up about my past and present.

She is approachable, professional, and non-judgmental, helping me see my experiences from a new perspective. While I did most of the talking, she guided me through my thoughts rather than telling me what to do. The process was emotional at times, but looking back, I now understand how important self-reflection is for growth.

Before therapy, I felt completely lost, struggling to make decisions. Now, I feel better equipped to identify triggers, manage emotions, and focus on what truly matters. I highly recommend Josephine to anyone looking for effective counselling and mental health support.

It’s been incredible. I’ve learnt so much about myself, why thoughts and feelings have come along when they have. How I can better deal with these issues but more over, how incredibly easy Josephine made our time, protected and a place to speak freely. She allowed me time to process thoughts and feelings, whilst still making each session worthwhile!

These sessions offered by yourselves have taken me from an incredibly dark place in my life, to one of positivity and strength.

Please continue these sessions, because I honestly mean this, I don’t know where I’d be right now if they were not available.

It is with huge thanks to Josephine that I can say, I may not fully heal physically but mentally I’m more prepared to be a first time dad, than I was at the very start of our time together.

As an experienced therapist, I needed a clinical supervisor who could provide both professional guidance and a supportive space for reflection. Josephine’s counselling supervision has been invaluable—she offers a balance of challenge and encouragement, helping me refine my practice and maintain ethical integrity. Her insights have enhanced my confidence, self-awareness, and ability to support my clients effectively.