Rebecca Mcintosh, BACP

Rebecca uses a person-centred approach that keeps the focus on the person in front of her. This means the conversation follows the client’s priorities and pace, helping them feel heard and understood while deciding what to work on next.

She also uses mindfulness in sessions to help people notice thoughts and bodily reactions without being overwhelmed by them. Mindfulness exercises can be short and practical, useful for anxiety, stress or when emotions feel intense.

Rebecca draws on solution-focused ideas to identify small, achievable goals. These techniques help break large problems into manageable steps and can be useful when someone wants concrete changes quickly.

Deciding which approach to use is part of the work. The therapist will talk with each person to choose methods that fit their needs, goals and preferences. This is a collaborative process and can change as progress is made.

Online formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging. Video is useful for a fuller conversation and visual cues, phone needs less bandwidth and can fit into a busy day, and chat or text offers shorter, frequent check-ins. These options give flexibility so people can fit therapy into work, care duties or day-to-day life.