Jemma Johnson , AASW

Jemma Johnson is an AASW social worker who uses a down-to-earth, neuro-affirming approach to therapy. She draws on attachment-based and client-centred ways of working to help people untangle stress, anxiety and identity concerns. Sessions are relaxed and collaborative to suit each person’s needs.

Jemma has six years' experience working in Australia with people facing trauma, relationship strain, ADHD and autism differences. She also supports those dealing with low self-worth, eating concerns, addictions and depressive symptoms. LGBTQIA+ and gender dysphoria issues are part of her regular focus.

Her practice is practical and flexible. Jemma sometimes offers walking sessions, body-doubling while clients complete tasks, and hands-on mapping of thinking patterns. These options aim to reduce overwhelm and make change feel manageable.

Therapy sessions combine elements of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and Emotionally-Focused Therapy where helpful. Dialectical Behaviour Therapy skills and attachment-based ideas appear when addressing intense emotions or relationship patterns. The client-centred foundation keeps the work grounded in each person's values and choices.

People describe the process as steady and paced to their comfort. Jemma meets people where they are and builds small, achievable steps toward clearer thinking and more authentic living. She works in English and provides sessions by video, phone, live chat or text-based messaging.

Approaches that suit online therapy and everyday life

Attachment-based work looks at how early patterns show up in relationships now and helps people change those patterns in small steps. Client-centred therapy focuses on the person's own goals and pace, giving space for exploration and practical problem solving. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) helps identify unhelpful thinking and build alternative habits to reduce anxiety and improve mood.

Choosing the right approach is part of the work. Jemma will collaborate with each person to decide which methods fit best for their goals and preferences. That might mean combining attachment ideas with CBT techniques or using client-centred conversation alongside DBT skills when emotions feel intense.

Online sessions are offered as video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text-based messaging to increase flexibility. Video is useful for face-to-face conversation and visual tools, while phone calls need less bandwidth and can fit a break at work. Live chat and messaging suit brief check-ins, written reflection or ongoing support between longer sessions. These options make it easier to keep therapy consistent around life demands and location.