Oskars Grins, BACP

Oskars works primarily from a person-centred perspective which centres on empathic listening, genuineness and acceptance. This approach helps people explore their identity and what lies beneath their distress, and can be useful for issues like depression, self-esteem and grief.

He also draws on Emotionally-Focused Therapy ideas which focus on identifying, naming and working with core emotions. EFT-style work can help when relationship patterns, attachment concerns or intense emotions cause repeated problems.

Choosing the right approach is a joint process. Oskars will talk about goals and preferences and together with the client decide what feels most helpful. He adapts methods as the work progresses so the sessions remain relevant to changing needs.

Online formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging. Video is useful for a fuller face-to-face feel, phone calls are helpful when bandwidth or camera use is difficult, and messaging can suit shorter check-ins or people who prefer typing. These options give flexibility to fit therapy around work, caring responsibilities and everyday life.