Kimberly Bennett, BACP

Client-Centred Therapy focuses on listening and building trust. Online sessions let a therapist offer steady, empathetic listening while you set the pace and focus. This approach can help when someone needs to feel heard and accepted before making changes.

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) looks at how thoughts influence feelings and actions. In online sessions the therapist and client can use short exercises and homework to spot unhelpful thinking and try new behaviours between meetings, which is useful for anxiety, low mood, and stress.

Mindfulness Therapy teaches simple attention and breathing skills to reduce reactivity. Practising brief mindfulness exercises during a video call or via text prompts can help manage overwhelm and bring focus to everyday moments.

Finding the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will discuss goals, try methods, and review progress so the plan fits the person’s needs and preferences. This is a collaborative process and adaptations are made as life changes or new priorities emerge.

Online formats offer practical benefits. Video calls allow face-to-face interaction and shared screen tools for worksheets. Phone sessions need less bandwidth and can be easier when movement or camera use is difficult. Live chat and text-based messaging suit quick check-ins, brief reflections, or people who prefer typing. These options provide flexibility to fit therapy into work, family life, or other commitments.