Samuel Packwood, BACP

Samuel uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on clear, practical change. One common approach he draws on helps people recognise and change unhelpful thinking and behaviour patterns that feed anxiety and low mood; this often includes learning manageable skills to reduce panic and worry. Another approach he uses focuses on processing the effects of trauma and abuse by helping people make sense of difficult memories and reduce their impact on everyday life.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Samuel will talk with each person about their goals and preferences, try methods that feel suitable, and adjust the plan if something does not fit. The aim is to find what helps the individual make steady progress rather than following a fixed script.

Online sessions offer practical flexibility. Video calls let you work face to face when that helps. Phone sessions can be simpler if bandwidth is limited or if you prefer not to use a camera. Live chat and text-based messaging are useful for shorter check-ins, writing things down, or when a quick conversation fits better around work or family commitments. These options make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life and to keep continuity between meetings.