Schiarlene Williams, NCPS

Schiarlene commonly uses Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, which looks at links between thoughts, feelings and actions and teaches practical skills to change unhelpful thinking. It is often helpful for low mood, anxiety and stress.

She also works from an Attachment-Based perspective, which focuses on how early and current relationship patterns affect emotional responses and closeness. This approach can help people understand reactions in relationships and build safer ways of connecting.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will discuss goals and preferences and suggest ways forward together. That collaboration means techniques can be tried, reviewed and adjusted to suit each person.

Online sessions are offered by video call, phone, live chat or text-based messaging. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation and visual cues. Phone sessions can be a good option when bandwidth is limited or when someone prefers not to use a camera. Live chat and messaging suit quick check-ins, shorter reflections or people who prefer writing their thoughts. These options make it easier to fit therapy around work, family life and travel while keeping the focus on practical progress and emotional understanding.