Lyn Kirby, BACP

Client-Centred Therapy focuses on the person’s own experience and priorities. In practice this means the client leads what is discussed and the therapist reflects back to help clarify feelings and choices. It suits people who want a respectful, empathetic space to think through problems. Motivational Interviewing concentrates on building motivation for change. The therapist asks open questions and highlights a person’s own reasons for taking a different path. This approach is useful for addictions, eating concerns and any situation where strengthening commitment matters. Finding the right approach is part of the work. Lyn will discuss options and adapt her style to a client’s goals, preferences and life circumstances. That collaborative conversation helps decide whether to focus on exploration, practical steps or a mix of both. Online sessions let clients join therapy in ways that fit their day. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation; phone sessions can be used when bandwidth is limited or for shorter check-ins. Live chat and text-based messaging suit people who prefer writing, need flexible timing or want to reflect between messages. These options make therapy easier to fit around work, caregiving and travel, while supporting continuity across locations.