Jenny Rudd, BACP

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify what matters most to them and take small steps towards those values. It is useful for anxiety, depression and feeling stuck because it focuses on actions rather than getting rid of difficult thoughts. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) identifies unhelpful thinking patterns and teaches practical ways to change them, such as testing thoughts and trying new behaviours; it often helps with mood, worry and coping strategies. Attachment‑Based Therapy looks at how early relationship patterns shape current connections and trust; it can help people understand intimacy issues, attachment concerns and relational patterns.

Choosing an approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will listen to your concerns, discuss different ways of working and agree a plan together. That means methods can be mixed or changed as needed to match your goals and what feels helpful to you.

Online therapy offers practical benefits for many people. Video calls allow face‑to‑face conversation when meeting in person is difficult. Phone sessions can be easier when bandwidth is low or a shorter check‑in is needed. Live chat and text messaging suit people who prefer writing to speaking or who want flexible, ongoing support. These options make it easier to fit therapy around work, travel and family life while keeping the focus on progress and skills building.