Laura Carroll, BACP

Client-Centred Therapy focuses on listening and following what the client brings to the session. Online, this means the counsellor gives time, reflection and empathy through conversation so the client feels heard and can find their own answers. This approach helps with issues like anxiety, low mood and relationship worries.

Psychodynamic Therapy looks at patterns that repeat in thoughts, feelings and relationships. In remote sessions the counsellor and client gently explore these patterns to understand where they come from and how they affect everyday life. This can help with recurring reactions, grief and issues linked to trauma or intimacy.

Finding the right approach is part of the process. The counsellor works together with the client to decide which tools and ways of working suit their goals and preferences. That collaboration means the plan can change as the client's needs become clearer.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation, phone sessions can be easier when bandwidth is limited, live chat is useful for short check-ins, and text messaging supports ongoing reflection between meetings. These options make it simpler to fit therapy around work, family life and other commitments, while keeping continuity of care with registered or accredited professionals.