Dawn Johnston, BACP

Dawn Johnston is a UK-licensed therapist with 20 years of professional experience. She holds the BACP credential - the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy - which represents recognised standards for counsellors and psychotherapists in the United Kingdom. Dawn has worked with a wide range of presenting issues, including stress and anxiety, relationship difficulties, grief and loss, anger management, motivation, self-esteem, and confidence.

Dawn approaches each person with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, shaping conversations and treatment to reflect individual circumstances. She adapts therapeutic dialogue and plans to the specific needs and goals of the person seeking support, aiming to create a collaborative and responsive process. Dawn recognises that taking the first step toward therapy requires courage and she affirms the decision to get started, offering steady support as people begin their work toward change.

Therapeutic approaches and online support

Dawn Johnston draws on client-centered therapy, which focuses on creating a respectful and empathetic relationship where the person leads the pace and priorities of treatment. This approach helps people who need a validating space to explore feelings, relationships, and personal goals. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is used to identify and change unhelpful thinking and behaviour patterns; it is practical for managing anxiety, low mood, panic, and difficulties with coping skills. Hypnotherapy may also be offered as a way to support relaxation, motivation, and accessing different perspectives on longstanding habits or stress responses.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic journey. Dawn works collaboratively with each person to match methods to their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting techniques over time as progress and priorities evolve. The aim is to find what fits best for the individual rather than applying a one-size-fits-all model.

Online therapy offers flexibility in how people connect - through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging - making it easier to schedule sessions around work, family, or other commitments. Working with licensed professionals in this way can increase access to consistent support and allow therapy to continue across locations and life changes.