Joanna Ekevati

Joanna Ekevati is an AASW social worker with 13 years of clinical experience. She focuses on creating a calm, non-judgemental space where people can talk about stress, anxiety, trauma, grief and major life changes. Joanna aims to listen with care and help clients build strength and clarity for the next chapter of their lives.

Her background includes work in health, crisis and mental health settings across two countries. She has supported people in emergency departments and intensive care, and has experience working with people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. That range has shaped a practical, culturally aware way of working.

Joanna uses a client-centred, strength-based approach. She combines that with techniques from acceptance and commitment therapy and cognitive behavioural therapy to help people notice patterns and make small changes. Mindfulness and attachment-based ideas also appear in her sessions when they suit the person's needs.

She has supported people through family problems, domestic violence, grief, caregiver stress, immigration challenges and relationship breakdowns. Joanna talks through practical coping strategies, safety planning when needed, and ways to rebuild routine and meaning after upheaval.

People who meet her can expect straightforward language and gentle challenge when it helps. She aims to work collaboratively, helping each person set goals that fit their life and values. To begin, clients use the Start Therapy button and complete a short matching questionnaire before scheduling.

How Joanna’s approaches translate to online therapy

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify what matters to them and build small, values-based steps forward. It is useful for anxiety, stress and life changes. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) focuses on spotting unhelpful thought and behaviour patterns and testing new ways of responding, which can ease symptoms of anxiety and low mood. Client-Centred Therapy emphasises an empathic, non-judgemental relationship where the person leads the pace and focus of work.

Finding the right approach is part of the work together. Joanna will help clients try methods and decide what fits best based on their goals and preferences. The process is collaborative and paced to each person's comfort and needs.

The original biography does not list specific online formats, so please confirm available session options before booking. Many people find online sessions easier to fit into busy days, allow shorter check-ins, or reduce travel time. Others appreciate being able to use mindfulness exercises and homework between sessions. Discussing practical arrangements during the initial scheduling helps shape sessions that suit everyday life and commitments.