Trudie Johnston , BACP, NCPS

Trudie Johnston is a registered counsellor in the United Kingdom who works with adults aged 18 and over. She has six years of experience as a qualified and registered counsellor, working in both private practice and clinical settings, and her earlier work as a bereavement support volunteer inspired her decision to train professionally.

Over the years Trudie has supported people facing a range of difficulties, including bereavement, relational problems, disability, health challenges, anxiety, stress, and low self-esteem. Her initial training was in person-centred counselling, and she has since undertaken additional training in attachment work, cognitive behavioural therapy, and psychodynamic approaches. These varied trainings allow her to draw on multiple theories and tailor the approach to the needs each person brings.

Trudie aims to offer an open, nonjudgmental space where thoughts and feelings can be explored at the client’s pace. Having experienced counselling herself, she understands the courage it takes to reach out and recognises how significant that first step can be. She is registered as a counsellor in the UK and holds BACP and NCPS credentials - BACP is the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, and NCPS indicates professional registration in counselling. Trudie is available to support people ready to take those first steps toward change and is committed to working collaboratively with each individual.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Support

Trudie integrates attachment-based work, client-centred principles, and cognitive behavioural techniques to address emotional and relational concerns. Attachment-Based Therapy explores patterns of relating that develop from early connections and is useful for people struggling with intimacy, abandonment issues, or difficulties in close relationships. Client-Centred Therapy focuses on offering empathy, acceptance, and understanding so individuals can explore their feelings and grow at their own pace - it often helps with low self-esteem, life changes, and grief. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and behaviours and offers practical strategies to manage anxiety, stress, and unhelpful thinking patterns.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Trudie works collaboratively with each person to identify which methods fit their goals, needs, and preferences. She adapts her practice as therapy progresses so the plan remains relevant and responsive.

Online therapy options include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, offering flexibility for different lifestyles and schedules. These formats make it easier to access consistent support when in-person sessions are not possible, and they allow licensed professionals and therapists to work with clients in ways that suit individual circumstances.