Dr. Joanna (Ioanna) Karaoulani, BACP

PhD clinical psychologist and MBACP counsellor

20 years experience
Video phone and chat
Speaks English and Greek

About Dr. Joanna (Ioanna) Karaoulani

Dr. Joanna (Ioanna) Karaoulani brings two decades of clinical experience to her work, combining academic training and a person-centred approach to support people through life challenges. She holds a PhD in Clinical Psychology, an MSc in Person-Centred Counselling, a BA in Psychology, and HNC and HND qualifications; she is also a registered MBACP counsellor (a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy).

Her practice focuses on helping individuals understand and relate to their emotions in ways that promote meaningful living. She offers a warm, attentive presence and aims to accompany clients through each step of their journey, from exploring painful experiences to building new coping skills and moving toward personal goals. Whether someone is facing anxiety, relationship or family difficulties, trauma, depression, parenting concerns, career questions, or issues around self-esteem and intimacy, she works to foster growth and healing.

Dr. Karaoulani describes her role as a collaborator and guide, helping clients make sense of their feelings and develop practical strategies for change. She emphasizes adaptive emotional relating and supports people in finding a clearer path to where they want to be in life.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuse Depression

Also Specializes In

Intimacy-related issuesParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigue

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAttachment issuesCaregiver issues and stressCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameImmigration issuesInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisMood disordersNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPost-traumatic stressSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Dr. Joanna (Ioanna) Karaoulani have?

Dr. Joanna (Ioanna) Karaoulani has 20 years of professional experience working with a range of mental health and relationship concerns.

Is Dr. Joanna (Ioanna) Karaoulani a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds BACP credentials and is registered as an MBACP counsellor, demonstrating professional membership with a UK counselling association.

In which languages does Dr. Joanna (Ioanna) Karaoulani provide therapy?

She provides therapy in English and Greek.

Where is Dr. Joanna (Ioanna) Karaoulani located?

Dr. Karaoulani is based in the United Kingdom.

How can I work with Dr. Joanna (Ioanna) Karaoulani as my therapist?

Clients can work with Dr. Karaoulani through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, depending on their needs and availability.

Does Dr. Joanna (Ioanna) Karaoulani work with international clients?

Yes, Dr. Karaoulani works with international clients.

How much does therapy with Dr. Joanna (Ioanna) Karaoulani cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with a therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Therapeutic approaches and online support

Dr. Karaoulani integrates Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Client-Centred Therapy into her online practice. ACT focuses on helping people clarify their values and develop practical skills to live a meaningful life even when difficult thoughts and feelings are present - it is often helpful for anxiety, stress, and coping with life changes. Client-Centred Therapy emphasizes a warm, nonjudgmental therapeutic relationship in which the therapist listens deeply and supports the client’s own capacity for growth, making it useful for relationship difficulties, self-esteem concerns, and emotional processing.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Dr. Karaoulani works collaboratively with clients to identify which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, and she adjusts her approach as the work evolves so the plan remains responsive and practical.

Online therapy with Dr. Karaoulani is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, providing flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These options allow clients to access support from licensed professionals and therapists without the need to travel, making it easier to maintain continuity of care and to fit therapy into a busy life.

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