Marriage Counselling Sittingbourne
Jo Walmsley – Integrative Counsellor & Couples Counsellor
Location: Marriage Counselling Sittingbourne (Teynham) | NCS Accredited
Quick Summary: Here’s a short introduction to Jo and how she can help — you can read more about her below.
Jo is a warm, down-to-earth counsellor with extensive experience helping couples rebuild, repair, and strengthen their relationships. Based in Teynham, near Sittingbourne, she offers a supportive and confidential space for couples to explore challenges, improve communication, and reconnect.
As a professionally trained Integrative Counsellor, Jo draws on different approaches to suit each unique situation. She is also a trained life coach, combining therapeutic insight with practical tools to help couples move forward.
Clients describe Jo as approachable, empathic, and easy to talk to — someone who creates a safe space where nothing feels taboo.
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More from Jo
My name is Jo and I am a fully qualified Integrative Counsellor, based at Marriage Counselling Sittingbourne. My practice is in Teynham, which is easily accessible from Faversham, the Isle of Sheppey, and Maidstone. I am an Accredited Member of the National Counselling Society (NCS).
As an integrative counsellor, I take a combined approach to therapy. This means I draw on different elements from specific counselling theories, as there is no single approach that works for everyone.
I have extensive experience in couples counselling as well as working as a clinical supervisor. My role is to support you in rebuilding, repairing, and re-bonding your relationship. If required, I can also help facilitate the end of a relationship in as respectful and amicable a way as possible.
My Background and Experience
I have worked with a wide variety of issues through private practice, agency work, and five years within the NHS IAPT (Improving Access to Psychological Therapies) service.
This experience has shown me the importance of effective communication in relationships. I also have in-depth knowledge of how difficulties such as sexual desire or dysfunction, long-term health conditions, domestic abuse, anxiety, depression, and anger can impact couples.
I have seen and heard most things, so there is nothing taboo. I’m not easily shocked or embarrassed — if you need to talk about it, I am here to listen.
How I Can Help
At the core of any successful therapy is the relationship between counsellor and client. I strive to build a trusting, empathic relationship with you and provide a safe, confidential space to talk through your issues.
In our work together, I will help you:
- Understand how past experiences may influence your current beliefs and behaviours.
- Recognise when beliefs have become unhealthy or unhelpful in your relationship.
- Explore how your early years and background impact the way you relate to your partner.
- Find healthier ways of communicating and connecting.
By increasing awareness of yourself and your partner, and by developing new communication skills, you will be better equipped to move forward and create a happier, healthier relationship.
I will tailor my approach to your unique situation. As I am also a trained life coach, I may use these skills alongside therapy to help you manage life more effectively, maximise your potential, and achieve your goals.
About Me
If you are considering sharing your thoughts and emotions with me, it feels right to share a little of myself too.
I am a down-to-earth person with a sarcastic sense of humour and my own life experiences, including some personal challenges. Like everyone, I have my struggles, but I get through them with a smile and sometimes a few expletives (#counsellorwhoswears).
I love to laugh and look for the positive in every situation. It hasn’t always been this way — I have had times when life felt overwhelming — but I came through them. These experiences fuel my passion to help others through their own difficult times.
Ethical Standards
I subscribe to and work within both the BACP and NCS Codes of Ethics, undertaking regular professional development and supervision. I also hold full professional indemnity insurance.
Types of Therapy Offered
- Couples Counselling
- Marriage Counselling
- Relationship Counselling
- Individual Therapy
- Integrative Counselling
- Life Coaching Support
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