- Stress and anxiety
- Relationship support
- Grief and loss
About Jo
Jo Herbig is an experienced counsellor who helps people manage stress, anxiety and relationship strain. She offers practical support for grief, anger and family conflict. Jo aims to create a respectful, sensitive space where people can talk through what matters to them.
With 22 years of experience in Australia, Jo draws on a mix of psychotherapy and cognitive behavioural approaches to suit each person. She is an AASW social worker, which she uses to inform how she approaches complex life issues. Her work often focuses on communication problems, attachment and feelings of isolation.
Jo also has experience with separation and parenting after separation, and contributes to a national committee that supports Child Inclusive Practice. This background informs how she supports people navigating divorce, separation and caregiver stress. She adapts conversations and plans to each person’s situation.
Sessions look at practical steps people can try between meetings, alongside talking through difficult emotions. Jo pays attention to patterns such as control issues, guilt and shame, and helps people explore life purpose and self‑regard. She aims to help people notice small changes that make daily life easier.
Her style is collaborative and down to earth. Jo encourages honest conversation and gradual goal setting. The first step can feel hard, and she offers steady support while people work towards clearer thinking and better balance.
Therapeutic methods and online support
Jo commonly uses psychotherapy and cognitive behavioural strategies to help people manage thoughts, behaviour and emotions. Psychotherapy involves talking about patterns and past experiences to understand current difficulties and find new ways of relating. Cognitive behavioural approaches focus on noticing unhelpful thought patterns and trying practical experiments to change reactions, which can help with anxiety, stress and anger.Finding the right method is part of the work together. The therapist will discuss goals, preferences and what feels most useful, and will adjust the approach as progress is reviewed. This is a collaborative process where the client’s priorities guide choices about techniques and homework between sessions.
The original biography does not list specific online session formats, so please confirm current options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into busy lives, reduce travel time and allow short check-ins when a full session isn’t needed. It can also make attendance simpler around work or caregiving responsibilities, helping therapy to be a practical part of everyday life.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
22+ years
Credentials
Australia
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Jo commonly help with?
Jo supports people with stress, anxiety, relationship problems, family conflict, grief and anger. She also works with issues such as attachment, communication problems and workplace stress.
What is Jo's therapeutic style?
Her approach is practical and collaborative, combining psychotherapy and cognitive behavioural ideas to help people try new ways of coping. Sessions focus on talking through problems and setting small, workable steps.
How long has Jo been practising?
She has 22 years of professional experience working in Australia and with people facing a range of life challenges.
What credentials and location are listed?
Jo is listed with the Australian Association of Social Workers, shown as AASW, and practices in Australia.
Are sessions available in other languages or internationally?
Sessions are offered in English and international clients are not currently accepted.
Which session formats does Jo offer?
The original biography did not specify session formats; please confirm current session options before booking.
How does pricing work for Jo's sessions?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with Jo?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.