Jemma Johnson , AASW

Jemma Johnson is a therapeutic social worker with six years of experience supporting people through stress, anxiety, trauma, relationship challenges, neurodivergence, and identity work. They bring a down-to-earth, neuro-affirming style that centres practical growth and authentic living. Jemma’s practice is informed by lived experience of neurodivergence, which shapes a flexible, creative approach to therapy that adapts to how each person processes the world.

Sessions are collaborative and paced to suit the individual - whether that looks like mapping thinking patterns, body-doubling while a client completes everyday tasks, walking sessions in nature, or traditional talk therapy. Jemma works with people across a range of concerns including ADHD, autism, mood and eating difficulties, addiction, parenting and relationship struggles, and LGBTQIA+ related identity and gender dysphoria issues. They also address attachment and abandonment wounds, shame and guilt, communication problems, and complex co-morbid presentations.

Jemma holds the AASW credential, indicating membership in the Australian Association of Social Workers, and practices in Australia. Their approach blends empathy, practical tools, and respect for each person’s neurodiversity, helping clients unmask, rebuild, and create lives that feel more authentic and manageable.

Approaches that guide online therapy and practical support

Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on how early relationships shape current patterns of connection and coping. It helps people explore attachment needs and develop more secure ways of relating, which can be useful for those struggling with abandonment, codependency, or relationship pain.

Client-Centered Therapy prioritizes the person’s own experience and pace. The therapist offers empathy, acceptance, and collaboration so clients can lead the work and build self-awareness and confidence, making it a good fit for identity, self-worth, and life-purpose work.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and behaviours and offers practical strategies to reduce anxiety, manage mood, and change unhelpful patterns. It is often combined with other approaches to address specific symptoms or day-to-day challenges.

Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the therapeutic process. Jemma works collaboratively with each person to identify what feels most helpful based on their goals, needs, and preferences, and adjusts methods over time to support real-life growth.

Online therapy with Jemma is offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, giving flexibility to fit therapy into busy or unpredictable lives. These options make it easier to access consistent support from licensed professionals while using formats that suit different energy levels, sensory needs, and routines.