Joonas Vehvilainen, BACP

4 years in practice

Joonas Vehvilainen is a counsellor who supports people dealing with stress, anxiety, addiction, eating concerns, low self-esteem and depression.

License and registration

BACP: 390418 · expires July 2026
Years in practice: 4
Languages: English, Finnish

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About Joonas

Joonas Vehvilainen is a counsellor who supports people dealing with stress, anxiety, addiction, eating concerns, low self-esteem and depression. He also helps with trauma and abuse, grief, anger and intimacy-related issues. Joonas works in English and Finnish and practises from the United Kingdom.

He studied psychology at the University of York and completed a master’s in neuroscience at King’s College London, where he focused on behaviour linked to addiction and mental health.

Background and approach

He later trained in counselling and completed a master’s in addiction psychology and counselling at London South Bank University. Early in his career he worked as a healthcare assistant in a mental health unit and as a recovery worker in supported accommodation.

From 2019 to 2021 he worked part-time as a counsellor for the NHS, Humankind and WDP, gaining hands-on experience supporting people with addiction and mental health challenges. Joonas is a member of the BACP, the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, and has logged more than 1,000 hours of counselling work.

He began his own practice in 2022 and has also worked as an addiction therapist at Castle Craig Hospital in Scotland. In sessions he combines Existential therapy with practical approaches such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy. He focuses on clear, straightforward conversation, teaching coping skills and offering psychoeducation.

The aim is to help people find meaning, learn tools to manage symptoms and make gradual changes that fit their life.

Focus areas and approaches

Everything Joonas lists on their public professional profile, in their own terms.

Stress, Anxiety
Addictions
Eating disorders
Self esteem
ADHD
Family conflicts
Trauma and abuse
Grief
Intimacy-related issues
Anger management
Depression
Attachment issues
Avoidant personality
Body image
Codependency
Dependent personality
Divorce and separation
Drug and alcohol addiction
Fatherhood issues
Forgiveness
Guilt and shame
Impulsivity
Isolation / loneliness
Life purpose
Narcissism
Post-traumatic stress
Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)
Self-love
Sex addiction
Sexual dysfunction
Smoking / vaping cessation
Social anxiety and phobia

Approaches Joonas names

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Online support

Therapeutic approaches and online support

Existential therapy looks at the big questions people face and the meaning behind their experiences. It can help when life feels confusing, empty or overwhelming, and it invites honest conversation about values and choices.

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, or ACT, emphasises accepting difficult thoughts and feelings while taking action that matches personal values. It is often used for anxiety, depression and difficulties where getting stuck in avoidance keeps problems going.

Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on how early relationships shape current patterns of relating and emotion. It can help with trust, intimacy-related issues, codependency and attachment concerns.

Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the therapeutic work. The therapist will discuss goals and preferences and try methods that suit the person's needs. This is a collaborative process where adjustments are made as understanding grows.

Online therapy offers flexibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text messaging. Video is useful for deeper conversation, phone calls work well when bandwidth is limited, and chat or text can support brief check-ins or ongoing reflection. These options make it easier to fit sessions around work, family and travel commitments and to continue when in different locations.

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Questions people ask

What concerns can Joonas help with?

He supports people with stress, anxiety, addictions, eating concerns, low self-esteem and depression. He also works with trauma, grief, intimacy-related issues, anger and a range of related difficulties.

What is his general approach in therapy?

He blends Existential therapy with practical methods like Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy. Sessions focus on straightforward conversation, coping skills and practical steps to manage daily difficulties.

What experience does he bring to sessions?

He has around four years of counselling experience and has completed more than 1,000 hours of work. His background includes roles in mental health units, recovery work and NHS counselling posts.

What credentials and location are listed?

He is a member of the BACP, the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, and practises from the United Kingdom.

Which languages are supported and can international clients work together?

Sessions are offered in English and Finnish. International clients are accepted.

What session formats are available?

Therapy is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text-based messaging to fit different schedules and preferences.

How are costs and billing handled?

Costs vary with location and therapist arrangements; sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.

How do I begin if I want to work with him?

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