Nancy Woliter, BACP

Client-Centred Therapy focuses on listening and understanding. The therapist provides an accepting space and follows the person's pace, which helps when someone needs to talk through feelings like grief or low self-esteem.

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, or CBT, looks at links between thoughts, feelings and behaviours. It uses simple exercises and practical tools to reduce anxiety, depression and panic symptoms by testing new ways of thinking and acting.

Solution-Focused Therapy concentrates on small, achievable goals and what people want to change. It is useful for stress, relationship issues and managing life transitions by building on existing strengths.

Choosing the best approach is a shared process. The therapist will work together with the person to decide which methods suit their needs, goals and preferences. Sessions can evolve as those goals change, mixing listening with practical tasks to find what helps most.

Online therapy offers flexibility and convenience. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation and visual cues. Phone sessions suit people with limited bandwidth or who prefer not to be on camera. Live chat and text messaging are helpful for brief check-ins, ongoing support and shorter exchanges between scheduled sessions. These options make it easier to fit counselling around work, family and travel commitments.