Welcome to Jo Small therapy
With over twelve years of experience in Psychotherapy, Counselling, Supervision and training, I am here to support you with whatever you may need
Hello, I’m Jo. My therapeutic approach is grounded in relationship, dialogue and curiosity.
I believe meaningful change begins when we feel genuinely seen, heard and understood. Together, we will explore your experiences in the present moment, helping you develop greater awareness of recurring patterns, behaviours and ways of relating that may be keeping you feeling stuck.
Explore what I offer
50 minute sessions, face to face or online.
I am an accredited Gestalt Psychotherapist, Clinical Supervisor, counselling trainer and group facilitator with over 15 years of experience working with adults, couples, groups, young people and children. Gestalt psychotherapy is a highly regarded, relational approach that helps people develop greater awareness of themselves, their relationships and the patterns that shape their lives. Through increased awareness and authentic dialogue, clients often discover new possibilities for change, growth and wellbeing
I offer a welcoming, supportive, and confidential therapeutic space tailored to your individual needs. I currently have availability for both in-person and online psychotherapy/counselling sessions throughout the week, providing flexibility to fit around your commitments.
When working with children and young people, I recognise the importance of involving parents and carers appropriately in the therapeutic process. I therefore offer a complimentary 30-minute consultation with parents before therapy begins, along with inclusive termly review meetings to discuss progress and ensure ongoing support.
Taking the first step towards counselling can feel daunting, but I aim to create a safe, non-judgemental environment where you feel heard, understood, and supported throughout your therapeutic journey.
Rates are from £80 per 50 minutes, concessions rates are available.
Are you looking for a supportive and experienced clinical supervisor to help you develop your practice with confidence?
I currently have some availability throughout the week.
I offer a warm, collaborative, and reflective supervisory space for qualified counsellors, psychotherapists, trainees, and other helping professionals. My approach is grounded in mutual respect, curiosity, and openness, providing a safe environment where you can explore your client work, celebrate successes, and navigate challenges.
Together, we'll focus on maintaining ethical and effective practice, supporting your professional development, and ensuring the wellbeing of both you and your clients. I aim to create a trusting supervisory relationship that encourages honest reflection, learning, and growth.
Supervision is available online and in-person, and can be tailored to meet your individual needs, whether you are in private practice, working within an organisation, or completing training requirements.
If you'd like to discuss how we might work together, I'd be delighted to hear from you.
Feel free to get in touch for an informal conversation.
I work in three locations across London, St Pancras, Dulwich and Crystal Palace.
Rates are £80 per 50 minutes
I work as a counselling tutor and group facilitator and find group process fascinating and powerful.
I run ten week personal development groups of up to 15 people to support contact, connection, awareness, and understanding of how you are in relationship with others.
Low cost, in-person groups will be running in South London in the Autumn/winter 2025 and spring/summer 2026 - everyone welcome!
Online introductory taster groups are also being offered in November and December for people interested in Gestalt group process.
If you are interested in joining my next personal development group, please contact me for more details about fees and the application process.
Working with couples
With over 13 years of clinical experience, I bring a depth of knowledge and understanding to my work with couples. My aim is to provide a reflective, inclusive, and engaging therapeutic space where partners can explore their experiences openly, understand longstanding patterns, and develop healthier ways of relating that honour both individual and shared needs. My work is grounded in Gestalt, which emphasises present-moment awareness, authentic dialogue, and curiosity about the patterns that shape how we relate to ourselves and each other.
I believe that relationships are a powerful context for growth and healing. Many couples find themselves caught in recurring cycles of conflict, disconnection, or unmet needs. Through a collaborative and supportive therapeutic process, I help partners increase awareness of these patterns and develop new ways of connecting that foster trust, intimacy, compassion, and mutual understanding.
My approach is relational, experiential, and trauma-informed. I work actively with what emerges in the therapeutic space, helping couples explore their thoughts, emotions, bodily experiences, and interactions as they unfold. This enables meaningful insight and creates opportunities for change in real time.
Alongside my extensive clinical experience, I have undertaken additional training in Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) and anti-oppressive practice. These perspectives are integrated throughout my work, recognising the impact that culture, identity, power, privilege, discrimination, and systemic inequalities can have on individuals, relationships, and mental health. I strive to create a therapeutic environment that is inclusive, affirming, and responsive to the diverse experiences and cultures of the couples I work with, providing support and acceptance in navigating relationships which may challenge traditional societal norms.
I support couples in:
Improving communication and emotional expression
Managing conflict and recurring relational patterns
Rebuilding trust following ruptures or betrayals
Strengthening intimacy and connection
Navigating life transitions and family challenges
Exploring differences in needs, values, and expectations
Developing greater self-awareness and relational resilience
Exploring non-traditional relationship structures and healthy relationship boundaries
My therapeutic style is warm, compassionate, and collaborative while offering thoughtful challenge where needed. I am committed to helping couples build stronger, more authentic relationships and to supporting each partner in developing a deeper understanding of themselves and each other.
Areas of Practice: Couples Therapy, Relationship Difficulties, Communication Issues, Intimacy and Connection, Premarital Counselling, Infidelity Recovery, Attachment and Relational Patterns, Gestalt Psychotherapy, Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI), Anti-Oppressive Practice, and Relational Growth.
£120 per hour
Working with young people and families
I started my therapy practice back in 2013 as a school counsellor, after a long time working in education at a challenging secondary school, and realising that the need for counselling in schools was very high. I worked for Place2be as a School project manager, running counselling projects in a number of different South London secondary schools and supervising a team of volunteer counsellors. I managed referrals, assessments, and worked with parents and families to support the child holistically and systemically. I also worked with excluded children in an exclusion unit in Tottenham, from primary age to secondary, supporting the emotional needs of young people who were neurodiverse or struggling with the rigid educational system that didn’t meet their needs.
Now I do a lot of work fundraising for Place2be, and going into schools, running workshops, and raising awareness about mental health and wellbeing…
