Jo de Louvois

Clinic opening hours

Monday to Thursday 8am to 6pm

Saturday mornings 9am to 12noon 

I’m an accredited counsellor with over 20 years experience working in the caring profession. Over the years, I’ve had the privilege of walking alongside many clients as they navigate some of life’s most painful and complex experiences.

Life can be overwhelming at times. You might be feeling stuck, confused, alone, or judged—perhaps by others, or even by yourself. Whatever you're facing, I offer a warm, supportive space where you can be fully heard and met with kindness. Together, we’ll gently explore what’s going on for you, helping you process past hurts, find clarity, and reconnect with your inner strength and sense of self.

I believe the most important relationship we have is the one we hold with ourselves. And yet, self-compassion can be one of the hardest things to practice. My intention is to bring hope, and to help you learn to befriend yourself—softening the inner critic, healing wounds, and creating space for more ease and authenticity in your life.

I have worked with a wide range of issues, including trauma and abuse (in its many forms), depression, anxiety, OCD, intrusive thoughts, eating disorders, self-harm, relationship breakdowns, baby loss. I also work closely with couples who are seeking to reconnect, rebuild trust, or find a new way forward.

My approach is warm, relational, and collaborative. I offer a safe, confidential, and non-judgmental space where your unique experiences are respected. Therapy isn’t one-size-fits-all—together, we’ll find a way of working that feels right for you, drawing on different approaches to best support your individual needs.

You don’t have to go through this alone. If you feel ready, I’d be honoured to support you on your journey.

I work primarily with a model of therapy called Transactional Analysis which is first and foremost a therapeutic tool for positive change and growth.

Benefits of Transactional Analysis Counselling

• It can increase self-awareness.
• It promotes personal reflection.
• It helps people find more effective ways to communicate.
• It can help eliminate unhelpful thoughts, feelings, and actions.
• It can help people take responsibility for their thoughts and actions.
• It can be applied to many types of problems.

See my website for further information. www.buckinghamshirecounselling.co.uk

I offer a free 15 minute telephone chat, so that together we can briefly explore the background and history of your issues, your aims and objectives for counselling, your current life situation and how counselling might fit into it.

What can I expect from the first session?

A first session is an extension of our telephone consultation exploring your needs and wishes in therapy. There is no pressure for you to continue if it doesn’t feel right for you.

How often should we meet?

My clients usually attend weekly sessions. Having a regular appointment on the same day and time each week provides a safe, reliable space for you. ​​However, some clients work shifts so I am always happy to work around my clients so they can benefit from therapy.