Joanna Baars
Mindfulness Practitioner in Brenwtood

"You yourself, as much as anybody in the entire universe, deserve your love and affection." ~ Buddha
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There is no relationship as important as the one we forge with ourselves, but sometimes it can be challenging knowing how to develop and nurture that relationship. We may often feel that we might have lost sight of what we need, but I believe with the right support anyone has the tools to become the truest version of themselves.

Background & Mindfulness Qualifications

-MNCPS Acc. & MHS Acc. Counsellor and Hypnotherapist.
- Princes Trust Level 5 Professional Diploma in Psychotherapeutic Counselling Practice (PROF. DIP PSY C.)
- Princes Trust Level 4 Diploma In Counselling Skills and Theory (DIP CST.)
- AIM Qualifications Level 3 Certificate in Hypnotherapy and Counselling Skills (DIP HYP CS.)
- BSc Health Sciences (Biomedicine)
- Place2Be Counselling for Children and Young People Training
- Place2Be Safeguarding Cert.
- Choose Therapy Online Therapist Training
- Full DBS checked.

I also have full training in safeguarding children from harm and have a full DBS check to reassure parents and carers of my safety to work with children, young people and vulnerable adults.

My Specialisms

I am a humanistic / pluralistic counsellor registered with the NCPS and a registered Hypnotherapist with the HS. My approach utilises three varying modalities: Person-centred Humanistic, Psychodynamic and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and I specialise particularly in (normalised) childhood trauma / childhood emotional abuse for both adults and minors (0-18 years), and self-relationship issues and rebuilding.

I have extensive experience and training in anxiety, stress management, bereavement, Addiction, Autism and Asperger's Syndrome, ADHD, general neurodivergence, LGBTQIA+ Issues, self harm, OCD and many more.

Approach to Mindfulness & How I Work

Drawing on my experience as a counsellor, I've come to understand that you are as diverse and unique as the issues that you may bring to counselling. If you're considering seeking support, it might help to know that everyone who walks through my door comes from all different walks of life, each with their own important story and personal challenges.

I believe in offering a strong non-judgemental environment, that I hope you will be able to utilise as a safe space, to explore and work through any thoughts feelings and experiences that may have been challenging you or causing you issue. The space I offer will always be yours and I am only there to support you on this journey of growth that you have bravely decided to take your first steps in.

I want to reassure, that any individual and any problem is welcome within my space. I have a lot of experience with sex workers, the neurodivergent and the LGBTIQA+ communities as well as with men's mental health and that of the mature population, and hope that all those who are struggling may find the space and peace that they are looking for here.

I could tell you more about myself, but I feel it would be far better to meet me, in order for you to learn more and to decide what is best for you. Equally I will always be looking forward to meeting you and learning all about the wonder that is you.

Therapies & Rates

Please note the rates detailed below are there to give you an idea of the therapists standard rates, we strongly advise you contact the therapist for more detailed rates and any offers they may have.

Therapy	Appointment Type	Rate
Psychotherapy	Online/Telephone	£60 per 60 minutes
Counselling	Online/Telephone	£60 per 60 minutes
Mindfulness	Online/Telephone	£60 per 60 minutes
Sex Therapy	Online/Telephone	£60 per 60 minutes
Life Coaching	Online/Telephone	£60 per 60 minutes
Relationship Therapy	Online/Telephone	£60 per 60 minutes
Meditation	Online/Telephone	£60 per 60 minutes
Human Givens	Online/Telephone	£60 per 60 minutes

Additional Rate Information

Couple Therapy (60 minutes) - £80 Couple Therapy (90 minutes) - £100 Family Therapy (Upto 4 people, 60 minutes) - £80 Family Therapy (Upto 4 people, 90 minutes) - £100 Family Therapy (Over 4 people, 90 minutes) - £100 + £10 for every person over 4 people. Group Therapy - £20