Anna Clifton, BACP

Anna uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on clear, practical steps and exploring emotional patterns. One common approach is short-term problem-solving and coping skills work, which teaches tools to reduce stress and manage low mood day to day. This is useful for people who need immediate strategies for anxiety, sleep or concentration problems.

Another strand of her work looks at emotional patterns and relationships to understand persistent difficulties. This involves noticing recurring reactions, tracing how they formed, and trying different ways of relating. That helps with issues like intimacy, attachment concerns and repeated relationship problems.

Choosing the best approach is a shared process. Anna will talk with each person about goals, preferences and what feels most helpful, then try methods together and adjust as needed. This collaborative way makes it easier to find what works for the individual rather than imposing a single method.

Online therapy offers practical benefits for this kind of work. Video calls let clients speak face to face when that feels important. Phone sessions can be useful when bandwidth is limited or for a shorter check-in. Live chat and text messaging allow for flexible, discreet check-ins and are helpful for people who prefer writing. These options make it easier to fit therapy into busy lives and different routines.