Kay Cohen, NCPS

Attachment-based work looks at how early bonds shape current relationships and emotional responses. Online sessions can help people recognise patterns in how they connect with others and learn new ways to respond that reduce distress.

Client-centred therapy focuses on listening, acceptance and tailoring the conversation to the person’s pace. That approach helps people feel heard during video, phone or text sessions and supports gradual self-understanding and change.

Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) helps people identify and work through strong emotions that drive behaviour. It is useful for managing intense feelings related to grief, trauma, depression or relationship pain and can be practised over video or phone calls.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapy process. The therapist will work collaboratively to decide which methods fit the client’s needs, goals and preferences. That may mean mixing elements from different approaches and adjusting over time as progress is made.

Online formats offer practical flexibility. Video calls are useful for face-to-face interaction when webcams are an option. Phone sessions can be easier when bandwidth or time is limited. Live chat or text-based messaging suits short check-ins, journalling-style work or people who prefer typing. These options let people schedule sessions around work, family or travel and make regular contact more achievable.